A commute to work can be stressful—more so if your commute is your job. Dealing with stop-and-go traffic, unpredictable weather, irresponsible and dangerous drivers, maintenance and repair concerns, and managing a delivery schedule can compound into a nauseating career indeed. Fortunately, you don’t face these challenges alone. We’ve assembled a handful of tips to help […]
New OTR Owner/Operator? Project Your Profitability Like A Veteran
Starting and running your own business is never a simple undertaking, but those who run their own trucking businesses have their own unique set of challenges. Several variables are considered when calculating the expected business operating costs. On average, an owner-operator trucking business needs to bring in $180,000 each year just to break even, which comes […]
Prepare Your Commercial Trucks for Winter
North America is a beautiful continent to explore throughout the year—with 4 distinct seasons through much of the northern regions. The gorgeous reds, oranges, and golds of Fall will swiftly change to bare trees and ice and snow up north. Fortunately, we have time to plow through the winter maintenance checklist. If you don’t have […]
Pay Hike for Truckers Amid Pandemic Shortage
This year has been quite a roller coaster ride for the transportation industry. From entire industries ground to a halt for months on end, leaving logistics companies scrambling to fill routes and rates in limbo, to owner-operators and smaller carriers facing bankruptcy despite federal aid. The pandemic has been challenging for transport companies, to say […]
Fix It or Flip It? When is it Time to Replace That Truck
Knowing when to repair or replace an aging vehicle is imperative for any trucking business. There is always the right time to get rid of a truck and start looking for a new one! If you hold onto a truck for too long, it is going to end up costing your business much more money. […]