As an owner operator, you are probably watching the rising cost of fuel, as well as all the other expenses that you may have in your business. Everything seems to be increasing in price, which can make you worried about your business, as well as your ability to make a good profit. That being said, there are some things that you can do to save […]
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Commercial Truck Drivers: Tips to Save Money on Fuel
As the fuel prices rise, many truck drivers are worried about their business. It costs a lot more to get from point A to point B, which can really affect your profit. You might even find yourself in a spot where you can’t ask for more money, since you are already locked in a contract. Many truck drivers are trying to decide whether or not […]
Will Your Electronic Logging Device Stop Working in 2022?
Mobile carriers have already started shutting down their 3G networks to pave the way for more advanced network services, including 5G. As a result, many older devices will no longer be able to send/receive calls or texts or connect to data services. These devices include Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). As soon as cellular carriers cease to support 3G networks, any ELD that relies on those networks will […]
Do You Want to Become an Owner-Operator in Georgia? Read This First!
The road to becoming an owner-operator in Georgia is a long one. It takes time, dedication, and a lot of hard work. After all, you’re taking on a business that is not only challenging but also extremely rewarding. However, it is worth it. There are over 350,000 owner-operators in the United States who have taken on the responsibility of moving goods across the country every day. Several […]
Commercial Truck Driver: Tips to Stay Focused on the Road
The simple truth is that, as a society, we are too busy doing too many things at once. We are on our phone as soon as we wake up, until we fall asleep at night. We text during dinner and even when watching movies. Even when we are supposed to be paying attention, such as when we are driving or are in school, we are […]
11 Hacks for Sustainable Trucking Insurance Premiums
Many of those new to trucking grow increasingly frustrated every year. As soon as the time comes, it seems nothing you’ve done or can do will alleviate the tremendous semi-trucking insurance increases. You might’ve maintained a spotless driving record. You might’ve avoided having to file any insurance claims at all. Yet, there is an undeniable rise in cost. Rising costs of insurance premiums are a […]
Commercial Truck or Owner Operator Truck Insurance – Requirements, Types, Cost Considerations
Operating a commercial trucking company or being an independent truck owner/operator is an enterprise open to both opportunity and challenge. One of the most important considerations for an owner/operator or the administrator of a large trucking company is locating and selecting the best insurance to cover all the risks facing their particular enterprise at a cost that’s manageable. Whether you’re new to the trucking industry, […]
Pros and Cons of Flatbed Trucking
When you drive a flatbed trailer, you are going to be hauling things that won’t fit into a standard truck trailer. You may haul equipment like forklifts, vehicles, and mobile homes. You may also haul supplies like lumber, pipes, steel, and much more. That being said, some people love to drive flatbeds, while others don’t. There are pros and cons of flatbed trucking, just like […]
Tips for Female Commercial Truck Drivers
Though most people think of overweight old men driving commercial trucks down the road, the truth is that men aren’t the only people behind the wheel. More and more women are joining this essential group of workers. It can be a great job for women who want to see more than just an office space. They want to get behind the wheel, and see where […]
6 Facts about Commercial Truck or Owner Operator Truck Insurance
The insurance industry has its own glossary terms that are actually terms of art. For example, the term “bobtail” comes from the trucking industry expression for a semi-tractor when it does not have the trailer attached. Such a vehicle is known as a bobtail. A semi-truck becomes a bobtail, or a deadhead, when the driver goes to pick up his load at shift start or […]