It is important to have commercial or owner operator truck insurance in Tennessee to ensure that you are protected when you are out on the roads. Just as it is critical to have auto insurance personally, it is important to have owner operator insurance for your big rig. What To Look For With Commercial Or Owner Operator Truck Insurance In Tennessee Any time that you purchase commercial or owner operator […]
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Backing Tips for the Novice Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Driver in North Carolina
One of the most challenging maneuvers for both novice and experienced drivers alike is backing their rig up. Insurance statistics show that a high percentage of claims involve a vehicle backing up. Yet proficiency at this maneuver is a necessity since that’s how you load and unload your trailer at loading docks. You will also have to back your rig into parking spaces at many […]
The Federal Bridge Formula for Commercial or Owner Operator Heavy Haulers
The Federal Bridge Formula was enacted by Congress in 1975 to protect bridges from excessive wear caused by heavy vehicles. This formula is especially important for commercial or owner operator truck drivers in Tennessee and other states who carry heavy loads. The idea behind the formula is to ensure that a truck and its load are spread out over a long distance to avoid over stressing bridges. […]
Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Insurance Florida: The Parking Problem
Nowadays owner operators don’t just have to deal with the various challenges arising from road construction, heavy traffic and other vehicle related difficulties. They also face a difficult situation when it comes to finding parking spots for their rigs during required breaks, especially now that federal law mandates a certain number of them. According to the Wall Street Journal, the parking situation has literally, in […]
15,000 Rig Operators Needed in North Carolina!
If you haven’t heard yet, rig operators are in huge demand – and this demand is only increasing! North Carolina is no exception – recent news states that there is “a shortage of up to 15,000 truck drivers in North Carolina and as many as 200,000 nationally….” Before you rush off to get your CDL or start your own rig operating business – you need […]
Five Considerations the First Time Heavy Hauler Should Know
How do you haul oversized things such as cranes, turbines, earth moving equipment, or large pressure vessels? The answer is: very, very carefully. Transporting these big objects overland is best described as an operation requiring lots of organization and planning. Here are five considerations the owner operator of a heavy hauling rig will have to bear in mind while transporting overweight and oversized loads within […]
Satisfy The Nation's Rig Operator Shortage AND Be Safe About It!
Florida is one of the more lucrative states for big rig operators. In Florida, you can get your license when you turn 15 years old. After that, you’re allowed your CDL by 18, and are allowed to operate your rig all over the intrastate. Especially with the current nationwide shortage of rig operators, this is a very promising career for young entrepreneurs willing to work […]
With Growth In Trucking Jobs, The Need For Specialized Rig Insurance Is Growing In South Carolina (And 28 Other States), Too
Maybe it’s the increase in global trade, or perhaps it’s the growth in suburban spread that prompted such an increase in this occupation. Either way, and probably with influence of many other trends, too, that adds up to more need for more tractor-trailer transport. Truck driving is now the Number One occupation in 29 of the 50 states, including South Carolina. Back in 1978, this dominance […]
Both The Government and The Private Sector Are Lobbying to Make Rig Operating More Profitable!
Operating a big rig is pretty profitable nowadays! Many businesses are expanding, requiring trucks to transport their goods and services. In fact, in recent news, a localized farming business, is trying something new! They’re taking their produce and transporting it door-to-door, in an effort to spread their “locally grown fruits and vegetables as salads or wraps….” Both the government and private individuals are both lobbying […]
Acts of Nature: Why Having Rig Insurance Is Necessary for Good Drivers!
Georgia offers many great products which have major nationwide demand. Georgia’s famous peaches aren’t the only famous one – according to Netstate, “Georgia’s top five agricultural products are broilers (young chickens), cotton, cattle and calves, chicken eggs, and peanuts.” Needless to say, all of these products are being shipped out of Georgia constantly, on a busy, constant schedule. This is where rig operators are greatly […]