A speed limiting device in commercial vehicles such as trucks? Say what? Yes, unfortunately that’s a thing and it may become a sad reality come Summer 2023. A controversial rule to mandate speed-limiting devices on commercial vehicles has been designated for implementation by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). According to a new report…
The holiday season is slowly creeping up on us. In fact, it’s almost here. It is perhaps the busiest time of the year for most trucking companies. A great time to capitalize on pre-existing relationships and also to welcome new opportunities for expanding your client base. Preparation is necessary in order to ensure that your…
Did you know that there are four trucking seasons? Currently at the time of this article we are in the month of September 2022 which is the third trucking season also known as “Peak Season”. Before we dive deeper into the Peak Season, let’s first break down the other preceding seasons in the year to…
Have you considered jumping into the trucking space? Perhaps you are a seasoned veteran but wondering whether or not the current state of the trucking industry is worthwhile. There are a lot of people currently who are showing interest in the trucking industry. A vast majority of veterans are also questioning the direction trucking is…
The Trucking Bloodbath. A name that has earned a staple in the trucking industry. Not a good one either. It is an indication of a recession. Something that trucking companies of all sizes cringe over at the thought of it. After the 2019 trucking bloodbath many trucking companies have been wondering if another one is…
We wanted to take this opportunity to educate other truckers, owner operators, and trucking companies on AB5. In addition, share our thoughts and steps we will be taking to accommodate AB5. A Breakdown of California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) Assembly Bill 5, sometimes known as AB5, is a piece of legislation that Governor Gavin Newsom…
It’s officially summertime! The hot sun, triple-digit temperatures, BBQs, pool time, and of course lots of road time as usual. The contemporary supply chain would not function without truck drivers. That may be a bit of trucker sarcasm, but the truth remains. Driving hundreds of miles a day is a way of life for truckers.…
Trucking is a challenging profession. Most people don’t really know much about it. In fact, most people are incoherent about what a day in the life of a trucker looks like. Truckers are the bloodline of our economy. Without them, there would be no products on shelves. Toilet paper, milk, bread, formula, and many other…
Because the interior of your truck is a reflection of you as a driver, it is in your best interest to keep it organized. Maintaining a clean truck is one of the most important aspects of being a professional driver. It allows you to give people a favorable impression of the trucking industry no matter…
As of 2021, the American Trucking Association predicts that there will be an 80,000-driver shortfall. More than 160,000 truck drivers could be needed by 2030 if the current shortage trend continues, according to industry experts. The pandemic, supply chain crisis, and growing truck driver shortage is causing major delays in deliveries. As a consumer and…