April 21, 2016
DOT Compliance Checklist [Updated for 2024]
Navigating the FMCSA’s rules and regulations can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a basic checklist of some things to consider when looking for a list to be compliant.
DOT Compliance Checklist [Updated for 2024]
April 7, 2016
6 Steps to Becoming an Owner Operator
No matter how long you’ve been driving, the thought of working for yourself and becoming an owner-operator has probably crossed your mind at least once. Up until now, it may have seemed like an unachievable goal, but it’s your time. Before you pick out a new truck and kick your current employer out of your…
November 16, 2015
A Special Thanks to Truck Drivers This Holiday Season
No matter what time of year it is, you’re bound to see a semi-truck when you get on a freeway. Because of the holiday season approaching us, this happenstance may occur more and more often. Truck drivers can be men or women, young or old, independent drivers or company drivers, and more. Whomever the driver,…
October 27, 2015
Becoming a Freight Broker
A great way to maximize the money you can make in the trucking industry is to become a freight broker. It allows trucking companies to negotiate cargo hauling with other freight companies. With the help of truck brokerage software, it makes the process much easier. However, if you’re interested in expanding your business, you should…
October 13, 2015
Balancing Work Life and Home Life
If you’re new to trucking, you might not have adjusted to balancing your home life with your work life. It’s difficult at first, but the key to creating a good work-life balance is by having a clear understanding of what your work demands of you, what your home demands of you and knowing what makes…