4 Ways Truckers Can Stay Warm This Winter

Staying warm while you’re out on the road isn’t always easy. Sometimes, the heating systems inside truck cabs are old and inefficient. Getting out of your truck while on the side of the road often means facing biting winds. And unloading your vehicle involves handling cold metal locks that may have frozen over. To combat the cold, check out these four ways truckers can stay warm this winter.

1. Dress Warmly

You’ve probably heard this advice many times, but it bears repeating since many don’t know how to dress for the cold properly. You need to dress in layers so you can adjust your body temperature as needed—for instance, it probably won’t be as cold in the truck as it is outside.

It’s also important to pay attention to insulation layers and fiber types. For your innermost layer, use a soft natural fiber like cotton. Wool, which can be scratchy on the skin, is a good middle layer. On the outside, you’ll want a jacket that’s waterproof so your inner layers stay dry.

2. Drink Warm Beverages

Truck drivers hardly need anyone telling them to drink more coffee, but it’s good to remember that coffee doesn’t just have caffeine, it also provides warmth. If you don’t drink coffee, you can always substitute it with hot tea or hot chocolate.

Pro Tip: Choose the Right Travel Mug

Drinking hot beverages while you drive can be dangerous. Often, there’s no way to know when your coffee is the right temperature to drink. It might be a good idea to buy a travel mug with an opening you can slide open and closed to allow for easier ventilation.

3. Use Charcoal Handwarmers

Charcoal handwarmers are another excellent tool to help truckers stay warm this winter. They contain special ingredients that begin oxidizing when exposed to the air. The oxidation process creates heat, which can last several hours.

Charcoal handwarmers are the perfect size to stick in your boots or gloves when you’re outdoors. You can also put them at the foot of your bed to warm your feet at night.

4. Buy a Heated Seat

If you really want to keep your whole body warm while driving, the most effective way is to use a heated seat. Replacing your cab’s driving seat comes with numerous health benefits.

For example, if you’ve inherited a company truck that many other drivers have used, it’s safe to assume the seat doesn’t fit your body properly. Replacing it with a heated air-ride seat will protect your spine more effectively and keep you warm.

You can find aftermarket commercial truck seats with heating and cooling features at GRA-MAG. Our air-ride seats protect your body with dual suspension mechanisms and give you the comfort you deserve. When you drive for a living, you should love the seat you’re driving in.