Even though freight has slowed down a little, a good portion of trucking companies are actually considering expansion according to a recent report. The typical yearend topic of discussion for most trucking companies and trucking company business owners is an upcoming bloodbath. That seems to be the case on a yearly basis. Historically during economic…
In the past, the trucking industry has been significantly frowned upon but not anymore. Truckers, trucking companies, and trucks all alike across America are an essential part of the U.S. economy. The American public thought was not always in favor of truckers though. Most of the discouragement has historically been due to poor individual experiences,…
The holiday season, the busiest time of the year for trucking companies and truckers alike is practically here. Every year trucking companies and truckers across our great nation get ready to haul the most amount of goods. From Amazon packages, toilet paper, kids toys, essentials, and everything in between. The streets around the country will…
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.…