Managing a trucking business as an owner-operator is a highly lucrative and engaging thing to do, especially in today’s logistics-dependent business environment. However, just like any other profitable business activity, being an owner-operator is sometimes fraught with a small number of challenges and pitfalls, one of them being selecting the best truck. No matter how meaningless…
Transporting goods across the US mainland as an employee of a reputable logistics company is a way to go! But being a self-employed driver and proudly applying the “owner-operator” title to oneself is even better – independent trucking is gaining its momentum as the grand mission that the transportation industry holds is becoming more and…
Fresh Solution From FourKites Optimizes Connection Time FourKites, one of the world’s top supply chain visibility companies, released a brand-new solution, FourKites Connect, designed to accelerate the carrier connectivity process. Find out more here. Fresh Solution From FourKites Optimizes Connection Time FourKites, one of the world’s top supply chain visibility companies, released a brand-new solution, FourKites Connect, designed…
No matter how strong your driving skill is and how intense your fervor for the trucking occupation may be, you can’t bypass one discomforting challenge that has been growing on truckers for the past couple of years – hazardous parking spots. Alas, the debilitating problem of dangerous parking areas can not be eliminated even if…
Now that up-and-down 2022 has turned the corner and promising 2023 has made its first steps down the sidewalk, the people related to the logistics industry look out for what could raise their profits and benefit their businesses. Owner-operators, who form the backbone of today’s transportation sector, are anticipating the pleasurable blow of the wind…
FMCSA grants HOS waivers for heating-fuel haulers in 45 states On December 22, the FMCSA on Thursday issued a Regional Emergency Declaration in response to severe winter storms and high demand resulting in difficulty obtaining heating fuel in 45 states. Here you can find the whole list of affected jurisdictions included in this Emergency Declaration. Truck driver…
Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation 2022 The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has recognized 55 companies, all related to the freight and transportation industry, as the top workplaces for women in 2022. Here you can find the 2022 “Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation” list. Diesel prices see a modest…
