For owner-operators looking to build a fleet and start their own trucking company, the concept of leasing a truck can be confusing and seem daunting. What owner-operators need to do before they can know if leasing a truck is the right decision is to searching for a variety of leasing options because there are many … Read More
Any road trip around the United States will show you how beautiful the country is. With countless scenic American highways, drivers can immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscape. Long haul truck drivers already know this fact about America. Spending hours on the road at a time, truck drivers also appreciate the value of beautiful scenery … Read More
Winter driving is especially dangerous for long haul truck drivers who need to stay focused the entire time and remember their training to know if their truck is not running properly. Winter driving is often made stressful by icy roads and snowy storms that make life difficult on a truck driver. If you’re on the … Read More
Long haul truckers spend hours at a time out on the road and sometimes the best remedy to the monotony is music. The right music selection can go a long way in improving a truck drivers focus and making the long haul more enjoyable. With the expansion of mobile streaming and smartphones, programs for listening … Read More
Advancements in technology are doing a lot to help truck drivers get where they need to go faster and more efficiently. Trucking companies as well as individual drivers should make sure they are using the latest technology to ensure the best driving experience possible. With smartphones and tablets readily available, truck drivers can use various … Read More
Factoring freight bills can benefit trucking companies in a variety of ways. By providing immediate working capital for outstanding freight bills, freight factoring helps trucking companies grow and remain successful. There are a variety of reason to start factoring freight and all types of trucking companies are eligible to receive the benefits. Look for these … Read More
Marketing is important for any business and trucking companies that want to be successful will take the time to make a comprehensive marketing plan that will expand the reach of their business and attract new customers. When creating the marketing plan for your trucking company consider utilizing some these effective tools and methods: Create a … Read More
On the surface, becoming an owner-operators seems much more enjoyable and profitable than working under a dispatcher for a larger trucking company. Yet, truckers should know that there is still a lot of hard work and responsibility that goes into owning and operating your own trucking businesses and the decision to move away from a … Read More
If you are starting a trucking company, an “MC” number is your authority to operate. There are also “FF” and “MX” numbers depending on the type of trucking business you hope to run and the kinds of authority you need to do so. These numbers, known as proof of Operating Authority, are required by law … Read More
Driver retention is critical to the success of any trucking company and keeping drivers is becoming increasingly important as the national truck driver shortage continues to effect the industry. Often times driver retention start with the hiring process and the incentives that trucking companies provide to lure in the best drivers possible. Trucking companies with … Read More
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