Commercial Trucking can at times be a dangerous occupation. Hazards abound, and injuries are more frequent on the job than you can experience in most other professions. At the very top of the list in regards to dangers is commercial transportation. The rate of fatality is concerning, and it is essential for you to understand the causes and efforts put in place to reverse this […]
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High-Impact Safety Habits for Low Tow Truck Insurance Rates
Tow truck insurance doesn’t have to be expensive. Out of all the factors that impact rates, safety may be the easiest to control. If you want to save money, it’s imperative to take active measures to prevent accidents. By taking care of your truck and your body, you’ll be able to operate safely while minimizing the risk of a claim. Stay Hydrated to Reduce Tow […]
More Tips for your First Year of commercial Trucking
For many, a commercial truck driver is an ideal job. That being said, it is important to realize that it is very different than most jobs, especially if you do long-distance trucking. Many commercial truck drivers are away from home for weeks at a time before they get to come home. Because of this, the job is not for everyone. However, there are some driving […]
Tips for your First Year of Commercial Trucking
Becoming a commercial truck driver can be a great choice. However, it is a completely different lifestyle than most people live, especially if you do long-distance commercial trucking. You could spend weeks on the road before you get to go back home, so it is not for everyone. That being said, there are many jobs where you can be home with your family every night. […]
3 ways to Protect Your Company from Cargo Theft
Cargo theft went down last year, with SensiGuard reporting a 19% decrease from 2017. But that doesn’t mean the threat of cargo theft is going away. It can cost you money, reputation, and contracts with valuable distributors. Theft can also put your drivers at risk. The best way to protect your company and your drivers from cargo theft risks is with active prevention. Here are […]
How to Plan Out the End of ELD Compliance Phase 2
For the past few years, it seems like every month has brought a new ELD deadline. The first ELD deadline in December 2017 mandated general adoption for most vehicles and most circumstances. The two main groups that were excluded from the rules were agricultural freight drivers, who needed flexibility due to seasonal constraints, and vehicles with AOBRDs that had been installed before December 18, 2017. […]
3 Spring Cleaning Tasks That Can Help Your Commercial Trucking Insurance in Nebraska, Iowa & Illinois
April is well underway, and it’s time for spring cleaning. Start adding these three tasks into your schedule to make sure your commercial trucking company has a smooth transition into the summer months. 1. Clean off the winter chemicals. Winter isn’t just hard on your drivers. It’s hard on the commercial trucks and trailers, too. Hundreds of miles of driving over industrial salts and snowmelt […]
How to Make Teen Truckers a Safer Option for Your Commercial Trucking Company in Texas.
The driver shortage isn’t new, and few of the initiatives to encourage more drivers have worked. But at the end of February, legislators reintroduced the DRIVE-Safe Act to allow CDL holders between 18 and 21 years old to drive interstate routes. This proposed apprenticeship program is designed to both train younger drivers in safe driving practices and ease the strain of the shortage. But younger […]
Owner Operators in Nebraska: More expenses you can deduct for taxes
As an owner-operator in Nebraska, you need to work on your bookkeeping regularly. You don’t want to stress out when taxes are due because you haven’t been doing what you should have been doing all year long. To do so, you need to know what expenses you need to keep track of. Here are some more expenses that you need to keep records on. Ways […]
Owner Operators in Illinois: Commonly Missed Expenses You Can Deduct For Taxes
Your paperwork is extremely important when you are an owner-operator in Illinois. You need to keep up with it, so you don’t have a mess when it comes time to do your taxes. You need to keep all of your receipts and other records to make sure that you can keep as much of your hard-earned money. While you may remember to keep your gas […]