Starting and running your own business is never a simple undertaking, but those who run their own trucking businesses have their own unique set of challenges. Several variables are considered when calculating the expected business operating costs. On average, an owner-operator trucking business needs to bring in $180,000 each year just to break even, which comes […]
Prepare Your Commercial Trucks for Winter
North America is a beautiful continent to explore throughout the year—with 4 distinct seasons through much of the northern regions. The gorgeous reds, oranges, and golds of Fall will swiftly change to bare trees and ice and snow up north. Fortunately, we have time to plow through the winter maintenance checklist. If you don’t have […]
Pay Hike for Truckers Amid Pandemic Shortage
This year has been quite a roller coaster ride for the transportation industry. From entire industries ground to a halt for months on end, leaving logistics companies scrambling to fill routes and rates in limbo, to owner-operators and smaller carriers facing bankruptcy despite federal aid. The pandemic has been challenging for transport companies, to say […]
Fix It or Flip It? When is it Time to Replace That Truck
Knowing when to repair or replace an aging vehicle is imperative for any trucking business. There is always the right time to get rid of a truck and start looking for a new one! If you hold onto a truck for too long, it is going to end up costing your business much more money. […]
What Should Freight Companies Prepare For In The Fall?
2020 has been a difficult year for many businesses. Nobody could have anticipated the impact of coronavirus across every industry, leaving many businesses in turmoil. Freight companies have been no exception and have had to react and reevaluate in the wake of COVID-19. While coronavirus is still an ongoing threat, businesses are beginning to establish […]