Refrigerated (reefer) trucking is a freight shipping method, specializing in the transportation of foods and perishable products that must be kept at or below specific temperatures (sometimes frozen, below frozen, or even a warm or moderate temperature). People always need fresh products, so your work as an owner-operator with a reefer trailer will always be…
ATA American Trucking Trends 2020 In 2019, trucking revenues accounted for 80.4% of the nation's freight bill, according to the American Trucking Assns. That is just one of the facts about the trucking industry contained in the latest edition of the ATA American Trucking Trends 2020. You can read more and even buy your own copy…
Hot summer weather can be a challenge not only for you but for your truck too. So it is extremely important to check your rig before hitting the road and always protect yourself from the sun. There are several tips that will help you to feel more comfortable and safe. Protect yourself from the sun Avoid "Truckers'…
How to run the 13-truck fleet with zero debt Ed Burns & Sons Trucking is a small company based in Denver, Indiana. Owners say their profit margin was close to 13% last year, and it is without debt. How they do this? Read the full story of success here. Phone tree, standard operating procedures and other tips for…
In 2019 The American Trucking Associations (ATA) published Truck Driver Shortage Analysis 2019. According to this study, big rig truck driver shortages could increase from 60,800 drivers in 2018 (when the industry suffered a greater shortage) to more than 160,000 drivers in 2028. Of course, this analysis does not take into account factors such as…
The Truckload Carriers Association Safety and Security Meeting During the virtual meeting, which took place on June 23-25, it was discussed how a lonely life protects drivers from the COVID-19, what awaits our industry after quarantine, and about hair follicle drug testing. Read more here. Things that every owner operator should know In his new post, Henry Albert, the owner…
You successfully finished a CDL school and finally got your A class CDL. You can't wait to start your career, but... You don't have any experience. So it can be a real challenge to find a truck driving job. A lot of trucking companies hire with at least 1-year of prior experience (sometimes they require…
