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We can’t escape it. We now live in an environment of slick governmental regulations, market pressures, and industry changes. And while many of us lament this “new normal,” might we be looking at it all wrong? Could we make these changes work for us, rather than us working against them? The fact is this: Operating … Read moreHow Can Truckers Make CSA Work For Them?
If you want to run a successful trucking company, you’ve got to know what files you will need to keep track of and maintain. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires that several sets of files be kept on both truck drivers and vehicles. Making sure you are hiring quality people stats with ensuring compliance … Read moreWhat are Truck Driver Qualification and Vehicle Maintenance Files?
We’ve all heard a story or two. An older truck driver unexpectedly feels a tightening in his chest and difficulty breathing. But in this case, it isn’t a heart attack. Said trucker goes to his doctor upon returning home and is told he has a blood clot in his lungs, three clogged arteries, and a … Read moreThe Case For Proper Trucker Health
Have you started your own trucking company? Are you striking out on your own as an independent operator? If you answer yes to either of these two questions, you may be wondering where to start. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Whether it be navigating your annual IFTA filings or maintaining driver files, we’ve got … Read moreHow Well Do You Know IFTA, BOC-3 and Heavy Fuel Tax Filings?
If there’s one thankless job truck equipment has, it’s the tires. They are the ones suffering the greatest amount of wear and tear. They are the pieces of equipment that must be replaced the most. A lot of factors go into overall tire cost and performance. We’ve discussed them in great length; from low-rolling-resistance to … Read moreHow Can You Measure Tire Cost Over The Long-Haul?
Everybody’s asking the same question: How do we find and retain drivers? I’m sure you’re tired of hearing about it. Heck, we’re tired of talking about it, but that won’t make it go away; fleets need to hire and retain truck drivers faster than they ever have before. The best way to do that is … Read moreEngaged Truckers To The Rescue
Although today’s fleets are more fuel efficient than ever, the push is on for even greener fleets. There are a number of reasons for the pressure – from regulations to technological necessity – but the fact remains: Going green is no easy thing. Deciding whether you are going to run a green fleet or not … Read moreIt’s Not Easy Being Green in Trucking
It’s true that 2015 has been a year of opportunities for trucking. But just as we’re talking about an industry hitting the $700 billion revenue target, headwinds remain. Freight demand is higher than ever, yet trucking is facing challenges on several fronts. Increased recruiting expenses, truck purchase and maintenance costs, regulatory burdens, and lost productivity … Read moreChallenges Facing Trucking in Late 2015
So, you want to be a truck driver? We don’t blame you. But it’s important to remember that driving a commercial vehicle requires a separate set of regulatory standards. One of the major differentiators is the insurance you are required to obtain. The government is very specific in the type of insurance required to operate … Read moreCommercial Vehicle Insurance 101
Are you looking to enter a secure, satisfying, and potentially lucrative career as a truck driver? If so, you may be wondering how to go about it. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. There are a lot of things that go into being a trucker, but first and foremost you will need a Commercial Driver’s … Read moreA Primer On The Commercial Driver’s License
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