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In 1967 Otis Redding wrote a song popularized by Aretha Franklin. The takeaway line from the song which is titled “Respect” is where Ms. Franklin spells out the word respect. “What you want, baby, is what I got. R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” The biggest issue for truck drivers today is the fact that they are an invisible workforce. … Read moreRESPECT. The answer to the challenge for trucking companies.

There are usually two tried and true methods of improving your financial position: cutting expenses and increasing revenue. Equipment, labor and general business practices all need to be evaluated. Whether you own just one truck or a small fleet of ten to 25, everything needs to be examined. There is a great book titled “Sacred … Read moreStrategies for Trucking Companies to Survive the Current Economy.

Becoming an owner-operator is a dream for many company truck drivers, but the process can seem daunting if you’ve never been self-employed before. Buying a truck and maybe a trailer is an important part of the process, but it is also one of the easiest. You have to fill out paperwork to make your company … Read moreWhat it takes for Company Drivers to Become Owner-Operators?

There are several ways to become a truck driver. The first thing you have to do is decide that trucking is the right career for you. Online research about the field is helpful, but it is also smart to hang around a truck stop and talk to a few drivers from different companies about their … Read moreHow to Become a Truck Driver?

Over two thirds of all American goods are transported on trucks. This means the cost of trucking plays a direct role in what consumers pay at the store. Keeping trucking costs low is therefore important for the whole economy. However, the costs associated with trucking are not as simple as many people think, and one … Read moreCalculating the Real Cost of Trucking per Mile