Learn how refrigerated LTL carriers work and get tips on choosing the right carrier for the job.
Avoid any big surprises in April by using good planning and recordkeeping throughout the year.
If you’re in the trucking business, you may have heard of power-only trucking. But exactly what does power-only mean? Power-only trucking happens when a trucking company provides only a driver and a tractor. The trailer is provided by the shipper, a third-party logistics (3PL) company or, sometimes, through a lease option. In some cases, the
Truckstop is partnering with Wreaths Across America (WAA) this holiday season to remember and honor veterans across the country by laying a wreath at their gravesites. In doing so, Truckstop is asking for help from the trucking community to transport and/or sponsor wreaths for a coordinated ceremony to thank our veterans and their families for their
The cost to keep your truck operating is the single most important financial calculation you can do for your trucking business. But it’s something that a lot of drivers and owner-operators don’t track. If you’ve never tracked your cost per mile, you may be relieved to know you don’t need accounting software to do it.
Backhaul trucking is a great way for truckers and fleet owners to make money on return trips while providing shippers with another opportunity to move their products where they need to go. But what is backhaul trucking, and how can you find backhaul loads and improve your backhaul strategy? Here’s what you need to know.
As a carrier or owner-operator, rate negotiations can be frustrating. It takes valuable time and energy to come to an agreement that works for both you and the broker. But knowing how to negotiate freight rates or load rates is critical to a successful business. Good rates mean more money in your pocket and a
One of the most significant issues for any small business is cash flow. Most clients you haul for pay your outstanding invoices 30, 60, or even 90 days later. In the meantime, you still have expenses to continue to run your company. Some daily and monthly expenses like fuel, maintenance, and insurance can’t be put
No matter how much you might love being on the road, very few people get into a career without the expectation of making money. What is the average annual truck driver salary? As it turns out, the differences in truck driver salaries can be immense. How much you make each year depends on various factors,
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