Driving long distance in a commercial vehicle can become quite monotonous for an owner operator. The miles tend to blur together. Even harder, you are away from your friends and family for days and weeks at a time. That being said, it works for many people. Many old-time truckers find ways to stay sane on the road. Here are some tips to help. Stay connected […]
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Tips to Stay Awake on the Road as a owner operator
Truck driving can be a great career. Many owner operators thrive on the open road. That being said, there are times when it can become monotonous and tiring. This can be disastrous and lead to accidents so it is important to make sure that you find ways to keep your eyes open when you are driving. Here are some tips to help you stay awake […]
Tips to Get Started as An Owner Operator
Once you have decided to get started as an owner-operator, it can be a very scary time. You have a lot of decisions to make, with a lot riding on them. You want to be able to jump right in so you can start making money but it isn’t always so easy. Here are some tips to help you get started. Buy a good truck […]
Questions to Ask Before Becoming an Owner Operator
Becoming an owner-operator may feel like a dream. However, it isn’t for everyone. You need to make sure that you are fully prepared before you step away from your commercial driving job to go out on your own. Before you get started, you need to ask yourself some serious questions. These should include: Do I love driving? Before you even consider buying a truck and hitting […]
Reasons It is Better to Be an Owner Operator
Whether you are a new or seasoned driver, you may be thinking about becoming an owner-operator. Though it can be scary, there are many reasons why a person would want to own their own truck (or lease one) and become an owner-operator. Here are some reasons why you may want to leave a commercial company to go out on your own. More money. Owner-operators make more […]
Securing Insurance For Independent Drivers
Across the map, experienced and knowledgeable commercial trucking companies are aware they have to operate with auto, physical damage, cargo insurance, and more in order to full protect their drivers. However, sometimes the regulations and requirements are not always followed when it comes to independent truck drivers. While an independent truck driver is not a W2 employee, this does not mean the trucking company should […]
Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Insurance: Protect Yourself From Fraud
Fraud costs the insurance industry billions of dollars every year. The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud estimates that insurance fraud of any kind totals up to $80 billion per year. We know what you are thinking: ”That is a lot of money.” You are right. That is a significant amount of money, and it is also a significant amount of harm that is being done to honest people. […]
Searching For Commercial Truck Insurance? Avoid These 3 Mistakes
Obtaining commercial or owner-operator truck insurance in Tennessee is no small achievement. No driver wants to spend more time buying a commercial truck insurance policy than he or she actually does driving. Insurance is essential for everyone, but obtaining it should not be confusing and difficult. When you learn how to search for commercial or owner-operator truck insurance, you will eventually learn to view it […]
Are You A New Owner-Operator In Florida?
When you first begin your job as an owner-operator, searching for truck insurance in Florida can definitely seem confusing. While you do not have to become a specialist or an expert in insurance, you do need to learn the basic requirements of commercial or owner operator truck insurance for Florida. Familiarize Yourself With The Terms You will also need to understand the common terminology of […]
What Factors Can Impact Your Commercial Truck Insurance?
Nebraska truck drivers face many things they are not able to control as they attempt to get from Point A to Point B with the cargo they are carrying. Some obstacles that are faced on a daily basis include unpredictable weather conditions, traffic, road construction, and a long list of more. One of the things that Nebraska truck drivers can control is the type of […]