Switching from OTR to Local Truck Driving Jobs: Pros, Cons, and Tips for 2026
Many CDL drivers begin with over-the-road (OTR) for experience and higher miles, but switching to local routes offers better work-life balance in 2026’s market, where home time and predictability are increasingly valued amid fatigue concerns and family priorities. Local jobs (home daily, shorter hauls) suit drivers after 6–24 months OTR. Pros of Switching to Local […]