What is expedited trucking?

What is expedited trucking?

Thanks to the digital world that we are now living in, anyone can get almost anything online at any given time. Thanks to the whole phenomenon of online shopping, people all over the world have an increasing need for shipping…

Top trucker forum that support truckers

Top trucker forum that support truckers

In recent times, online forums have become the place to be for people with any sort of common interests, and truckers are no exception. Trucker forum are filled with useful tips and information, and they are a great place to…

Top American Trucking Association

Top American Trucking Association

Truckers have massive responsibilities. They deliver goods and cargo from one place to another so the economy can function as efficiently and smoothly as possible. However, talented, knowledgeable drivers require support or professional networking from time to time. That’s where…

What is double brokering and how to avoid them?

What is double brokering and how to avoid them?

Whether it’s the pandemic, inflation, or a desire to capitalize on a cracked global supply chain, we’re always seeing an uptick in fraud throughout the transportation industry. Criminals usually know their way around the freight market, making it quite hard…

How long is CDL school?

How long is CDL school?

So how long is CDL school of truck driving? It usually takes as little as three weeks or as long as six months. However, on an average, it takes about seven weeks to get a CDL. This timeline is possible…

What are the 3 types of CDL license?

What are the 3 types of CDL license?

A CDL (Commercial Driver License) is a license that permits its holder to drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in the United States. A CDL is significant to be a professional truck driver. A CMV is a motor vehicle used…

Best direct shipper load board

Best direct shipper load board

Over the past few years, the freight industry in general has experienced a digital shift. Instead of dealing with freight brokers or middlemen in the process, many shippers have eliminated them by adapting online load boards. Posting loads online on…

What is DOT inspection?

What is DOT inspection?

Department of Transportation (DOT) roadside inspections are something that a lot of drivers and truckers fear of. A part of the negativity associated with these tests is that they can happen anytime and anywhere, without warning or prior notice. And,…

Trucker tax codes you need to know

Trucker tax codes you need to know

2023 has been an unusual year for truck drivers‘.  Whether it has hit you beneath the belt or has worked in your favor for your wallet, how you handle your 2023 tax is bound to make a major difference, one…

How to become a freight broker with no experience

How to become a freight broker with no experience

Freight brokers help businesses that need to ship goods and find carriers to transport them to their respective destination. Though becoming a freight broker often requires experience, there are steps you can follow to start off your career with little…

What is a straight truck

What is a straight truck

Questioning yourself, what is a straight truck? A straight truck refers to a type of vehicle with a tractor-trailer in a fixed position. In this vehicle, all the axles in a straight truck attach to a single frame.  Generally, straight…

Tax tips for owner operators

Tax tips for owner operators

Taxes might seem different when you’re an owner operator or an independent contractor. Truck driver tax deductions could be a hectic task, if you are handling it for the first time. When you work for a trucking company, taxes are…