Biggest Problem I'm having as a new driver.

Just wait till the elog mandate, truck stops will be packed by 2pm

 

What happens at 7 pm that makes you scared to drive?

 

solar powered driver

 

My ways of dealing with the same worries:
Try and start my day really early (3:00 am or so)
Plan trip with various searches of truck stops along the route, giving me options of when and where to stop for 10hour reset.
Start looking for place to stop BEFORE the eleventh hour so there's no stress

It will get easier as you go. Good luck!

 

You can find parking but it’s gonna be spots that are harder to get into. Don’t be afraid. Night time backing takes practice but just remember to get out and look. Better to get out and look 20 times versus put one scratch on the peterbilt 379 next to you.
I had the same problem my first month or two on the road (former pumpkin van hauled myself). I was afraid to back at night or in crowded spaces because I didn’t want to be laughed at for taking too long. Soon I gained confidence and overcame the fear. What worked for me was venturing outside my comfort zone. I’d start looking for places that WEREN’T big name truck stops. A lot of times I’d find a spot in no time and get a good nights sleep. Also use the trucker path app. Lots of good places on there. Still, my favorite tool is the pocket truckstop guide. It might be old school but hey it works.
Another thing I did was I’d try to run from 3am-3pm give or take a few hours and it worked for me. Not always possible though. Sometimes I’d end up running 11am-11pm or something crazy depending on the load or whatever.
Just be patient, be willing to try new things and be safe out there. It’ll all come together and it’s just part of the learning process

 

I don't start quite that early but that is the answer. Start early shut down early. Don't hang around in the am get up and go. Good luck new driver you'll soon get a rythym and it will all come together for you.

 

We can’t help u with your fears. Just man up. You can do it.