The trucking industry can be exciting and lucrative if you decide to become an owner-operator. However, like anything else that’s truly worthwhile, it’s never really that cut and dry. Making the transition from employee to owner-operator is an exciting stage in your trucking career. The possibility to be your own boss, earn more money, choose…
Average regular-grade gasoline prices have risen by a whopping 79 cents in the last two weeks, to an all-time high of $4.43 per gallon in the United States. In some parts of the country, it’s even higher than that. Fuel prices have risen by $1.18 per gallon over the course of two weeks alone. Many…
In the field of self-driving trucks, a lot has happened recently. More companies have developed, technology is being tried, legislation is being examined, and the day when driverless trucks will be commonplace on the road is rapidly approaching. Many in the industry are enthusiastic about this technology since it will assist with productivity, fuel efficiency,…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has regulations on the number of hours commercial drivers can operate a vehicle for work per day. These are known by FMCSA and the Department of Transportation (DOT) as the Hours of Service rules. Today we are going to look at what these regulations are and why they…
Since truckers are delivering on deadlines they want to use the most direct route possible. But these direct routes often involve toll roads. Today we are going to talk about how tolls affect truckers and how to help plan for them. What Are Tolls For? Toll roads are normally heavily trafficked ones. Tolls are done…
Trucking is unlike any other profession. Many don’t even consider it a profession but a full blown lifestyle. Today we are discussing all the things I wish I knew before becoming a long haul trucker. This is Not a 9 to 5 Job This may seem obvious but nothing really prepares you for the switch…
Trucking is a truly unique job with many wonderful benefits. Today we are going to look at some of the best things about being a truck driver. If you’re looking for a change this may be the career for you! Job Security Trucking is a high demand profession. Everyone, whether they realize it or not,…
It’s that time of year again. With temperatures dropping snow and ice is soon to follow. What do you need to know about snow and your haul? Plan Ahead If there is a chance of snow, plan ahead as much as possible. This forethought could save you time and aggravation later on down the line.…