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[019] From Fog in Slovakia to Sun in Spain
My second journey to Spain began with fog, the first snowflakes of winter, and a growing realization that sunny countries affect me differently — not only as a truck driver, but also personally. Continue reading →
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[018] Home After 9 Days in the Truck
This article is a quiet reflection on what home felt like after nine days on the road: privacy, water, family, food, and the preparation for my next journey to Spain. Continue reading →
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[017] When My First Spain Run Was Complete
My first Spain run did not end with drama. It ended with a beautiful sunrise, heavy traffic through Czechia, and finally the moment I arrived back in Slovakia with the load. After 2,288 km and 7,840 kg carried across Europe, the circle closed. Continue reading →
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[016] The Night I Learned to Respect Tiredness
After a day of waiting near the French border, the trucks finally started moving again at night. For me, it became more than just another drive — it was the night I learned to respect tiredness behind the wheel. Continue reading →
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[015] A Day in Pamplona That Felt Like a Reward
After my first long-haul journey from Slovakia to Spain, a delayed loading turned into an unexpected day in Pamplona. Sunshine, old streets, local wine, and a quiet view of the Pyrenees made it feel less like work and more like a small reward. Continue reading →
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[014] A Wrong Turn on My First Long-Haul to Spain
My first long-haul journey to Spain started with fog, rain, and a long road across Europe. From a wrong turn in rural France to a quiet Sunday near Bordeaux and finally sunrise in Pamplona, this was one of those trips that taught me more than any driving school ever could. Continue reading →
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[013] I Changed Companies and Started Driving to Spain
I changed companies and took a job that would send me all the way from Slovakia to Spain. For some people, it sounded like a bold move with very little experience, but for me, it felt like the real truck life I had wanted from the very beginning. Continue reading →
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[012] How Much Does It Cost to Become a Truck Driver in Slovakia? My Real 2025 Costs
How much does it really cost to become a truck driver in Slovakia? This is my real 2025 breakdown of every major expense, from medical checks and driving school to the tachograph card — everything I needed in Slovakia before I could legally start working across the EU. Continue reading →
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[011] Why Groupage Was Not for Me
I entered international truck transport without really knowing what groupage would feel like in real life. After just a few days, the constant extra stops, added loads, and overall chaos made me realise that this type of trucking was simply not for me. Continue reading →
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[010] My First Delivery as a Truck Driver – And the Truck Broke Down Right Away
My first delivery as a truck driver was supposed to be a proud and unforgettable moment. And it was — just not in the way I expected, because the truck broke down right before the gate in Germany. Continue reading →
