Uber is a name known across the country as the savior for needed car rides, and more recently, food delivery. Now, Uber is trying to conquer the trucking industry. On December 26th, Uber launched a new site, Uber Freight. The site leaves a lot of questions unanswered as it only features a moving picture of … Read More
Trucking Companies: Why tweet? Social media has assumed such an omnipotent role in everyday life that businesses of all types—trucking included— must have a twitter/Facebook marketing plan if they are to remain competitive. Having a strong “social media game” provides a venue to show your customers the personal aspects that sets your trucking company apart … Read More
Tricked Out Trucks The semi-truck is more than simply a truck driver’s office—it is where he or she works, sleeps, eats and travels. There are very few other professions in which one spends days, or even weeks, of their lives in one room. It is thereby crucial that the inside of a sleeper truck is … Read More
Lack of sleep and driver fatigue is one of the largest causes of traffic accidents. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has found through its research that you are twice as likely to be involved in a wreck if you haven’t gotten appropriate sleep and you are not well-rested. And, for truck drivers, … Read More
Semi-trucks are a demonstration of man’s ability to invent and innovate—most of us take for granted the sheer power of the machines. Not so long ago, it would have been inconceivable that one vehicle could carry 80,000 pounds efficiently and quickly. However, as impressive as the modern truck may be, there is a striking flaw … Read More
When you’re always on the road, it’s easy to let your stomach do the shopping in truck stops and convenience stores. But, you shouldn’t have to sacrifice nutritious foods every time you need a quick snack. This is also the case if you have little ones to feed as well, so it could be worth … Read More
Are you in the market for a new big rig? Stats have shown that used truck sales have tanked in the past two months. With this being said, the price of trucks are continuing to fall rapidly. This could be the perfect opportunity for your trucking company to get a new (used) truck. Trucks built … Read More
Since the economy’s recovery from the 2008 financial crisis, the trucking industry has experienced increases in not only its popularity, but also its demand for employees. More recently, trucking companies’ demand for drivers has reached an all-time high as they continue to expand their businesses, resulting in a shortage of almost 40,000 drivers. Trucking companies … Read More
Otto, a company founded by ex-Google engineers put self-driving mechanisms inside a Volvo truck this past week. Anthony Levandowski, Lior Ron, Don Burnette, and Claire Delaunay, alongside former employees of Tesla and Amazon, decided to take the self-driving technology on a new route. According to The New York Times, Levandowski has harnessed a dream for … Read More
From our previous articles and your experience on the road, you know that there are a ton of costs associated with being a trucker—tires, repairs, gasoline, insurance… the list goes on. But did you know that aside from being a major headache, traffic, too, can take a significant toll on your finances? The Traffic Tariff … Read More
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