The latest news from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding electronic logging is that AOBRDs will no longer comply. If you are a truck driver or fleet manager that has dependent on an automatic on-board recording device, you are going to have to switch over soon. The only permitted method for recording hours […]
Why It’s Time To Invest In Efficient Trucks & Trailers
Profitability can be elusive in the transportation industry. From squeezed load fees from brokers to rising fuel costs, the variables seem endless. It never feels like the right time to invest in a new semi truck or trailer. However, while it seems like every cost is a variable outside of your control, there are some […]
End-Of-Winter Road Conditions: What You Need to Know
Through much of North America, road construction and maintenance halts as temps dip below 40 degrees and increased rain and snowfall make for dangerous working conditions. Wet materials such as concrete and asphalt don’t behave well, and increased moisture near the surface makes excavating a messy challenge. While this hiatus is good for efficient road […]
Demystifying the World of Team Driving
You just received your CDL and now you’re looking for a start in the freight industry. The long-haul market is enticing, with higher per-mile rates and better guaranteed weekly miles offered by many carriers. Then you read about per-mile rates for team drivers and you’re sold. Team driving is a great way to get into […]
Be Prepared: Transportation Insurance For On & Off Dispatch
One of the great joys of trucking is the opportunity for an individual to move from employee to owner of a small business with relative ease. Set your own schedule, develop new clientele, expand your business, and afford you the flexibility to run your business inside and outside the cab of your rig. It’s not […]