With so many hours on the road, a truck driver’s cabin becomes home away from home. It is easy to understand why many truck drivers invest in equipping their truck with accessories that make their life more comfortable and safe. 

Driving for many hours requires maximum concentration and takes a heavy emotional and physical toll – that is why thinking of comfort is not a luxury, but a necessity.

Luckily modern trucks come standard with features and upgrades that make life on the road much easier:

• Climate control 
• appliances, 
• led headlights, 
• safety data instantly available on the dashboard 

Of course, a lot of owner-operators are still using older trucks models to keep expenses on the lover side. But that does not mean they have fewer options. 

There are great features and upgrades that can be added and installed independently. They will make a big difference. We talked to the drivers and these are the most popular upgrades & tweaks so far!

Ergonomic Seating for truck Seats

Truck drivers spend most of their time sitting. It goes without saying, that it creates extra stress on the spine and lower back. Proper posture while driving will help eliminate a lot of problems with the spine and lower back. 

While truck manufacturers do invest quite a bit of research in designing comfortable seating, often it is not enough. Although with adjustments standard searching offers some flexibility it does not take into consideration all figure types.

The seating should offer full support for the body and help eliminate pressure points. Here adjusting the distance from the seat to the wheel, the height of the seat and incline of the back is often not enough. 

For tailored back support, you can look into ergonomic seating toppers and cushions that offer a variety of foam density options, heating, and built-in lower back massage features. The great advantage of the additional seat padding is that it helps cancel out the vibration.

Cabin organizers

The cabin is a very compact space. The more time you spend in the cabin the more stuff you will need to have around – from extra clothing to tools. With the right organizers and containers, you will find it not only that you can have more useful things around, but they are much easier to find and use when needed.

Now there are a lot of options in the marketplace that take into consideration function and are designed specifically for a truck cabin. They will even allow keeping some of the items you might need handy near the driver seat.

Safety alert: When installing and attaching organizers make sure they are secure for motion, and the objects in them will not come flying during the abrupt stop. Loose objects in a critical situation might injure the driver, or roll under the pedal.  

Cabin Heating & Cooling

While the truck is on the road the climate control is tied to the work of the engine and it is a standard feature of even older trucks. But when the truck’s engine is shut off you still need climate control for rest stops, or when waiting for your load. 

If your truck does not come standard with Webasto climate control systems you should definitely consider investing in one. Not only will it increase the level of comfort but will help you save on diesel.  

Microwave oven

All truck models have space for a microwave oven. Microwave is a great solution for planning your meals. Thanks to it you are not limited to the truck stop but can make a stop where and when you feel it is safe. This way you are relying less on fast food restaurants and are less likely to choose unhealthier food options. 

Whether you are reheating a pre-packed home-cooked meal or cooking an easy recipe from the ingredients from the local supermarket, with a microwave right in your truck you can have more options.

High-Density foam sleeping mattress

With so many hours on the road, the quality of sleep is very important. That is why investigation in good quality matters with sufficient lumbar support is crucial. After long hours spent in a seated position behind the wheel, you will need it even more here than at home. 

When choosing the right mattress make sure that it is the right firmness for you. Most modern high-density mattresses will offer good support and conform to the shape of the body.

Moose Bumper

Although modern trucks are designed with safety in mind, a moose bumper is an important safety feature that is absolutely worth investing in. Unlike standard bumper, it protects the front of the cabin – headlights and engine. In case of an unfortunate accident, it also absorbs the extra impact.

Moose Bumpers are manufactured from reinforced aluminum. While a light metal itself, it is capable of doing a pretty great job substantially neutralizing side or head-on impact. 

Personalize your space

While it is a working environment, the truck is your second home. Some people prefer to keep it neutral, some do add a personal touch, so it feels more their own. The psychologists say that adding more personal features will help you enjoy your workday. 

That is why you see on the road trucks with fiery wheels design or entirely pink cabin. Moreover, at Christmas time you will see trucks decorated with cheerful Christmas lights almost like houses. Doesn’t it put a smile on your face and remind you of home? 

With so many priorities in life, it is important not to forget about your own safety and comfort. You will enjoy spending your time more in a place that is equipped well and is well designed for your convenience.