Fleet owners in the commercial trucking industry know that overhead expenses are some of the greatest operational risks. Controlling these costs is management’s directive. In this first part of a two-part series, we will explore ways trucking companies can manage their monthly and annual expenses, helping to position them for long-term success. Common Costs in … Continue reading “Tips for Reducing Trucking Costs (Part 1)”
In the United States, commercial trucking occupies an important place in commerce. With over 1.5 million trucks in operation on America’s roadways, and with millions of miles traveled each year, truckers contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. While trucking pollution insurance provides coverage against many liabilities related to the environment, reducing pollution from occurring is … Continue reading “How Can Trucking Companies Reduce Pollution? (Part 2)”
The U.S. commercial trucking industry travels millions of miles each year, delivering cargo to every corner of the country. Thousands of trucks make up the U.S. fleet, and these vehicles represent a high environmental impact. Now, as the industry moves toward “green trucking”, how can fleet owners manage pollution in their own vehicles? There are … Continue reading “How Can Trucking Companies Reduce Pollution? (Part 1)”
As a critical component of the U.S. economy, commercial trucking faces myriad operational and liability risks. Developing a risk management program to identify and to mitigate those risks ensures continued profitability. In the first part of our risk management strategies series, we illustrated the importance of fleet risk management in protecting drivers, vehicles, and business … Continue reading “Risk Management Strategies for Trucking Fleet Owners (Part 2)”
Trucking is an essential component of the U.S. economy. Trucks and their drivers traverse millions of road miles each year, delivering millions of tons of goods to distribution centers and consumers. With all those miles traveled and the sheer volume of cargo transported, trucking companies face a myriad of risks. While truck insurance serves as … Continue reading “Risk Management Strategies for Trucking Fleet Owners (Part 1)”
As an essential economic driver for commerce in the United States, commercial trucking is dependent on safe operating practices to reduce risks. Gaining an understanding of common risks – and the best practices for road safety – supplements the protection of truck insurance. In part one of our two-part guide, we covered such practices as … Continue reading “Best Practices for Reducing Risk on the Road (Part 2)”
The commercial trucking sector is a critical component of the United States economy. Truckers cover millions of miles to transport goods between manufacturing and production centers to consumers each year. With the miles traveled and loads hauled, trucking operations face numerous risks. Understanding these risks is the first step toward risk management, a strategy that … Continue reading “Best Practices for Reducing Risk on the Road (Part 1)”
Many people dream of starting their own business. In the modern era, business opportunities can appear around every corner, particularly in the commercial transport industry. Imagine starting your own Auto Transporter business – a business that is in demand for vehicle owners who need their autos transported across town or across the country. If this … Continue reading “Easy Steps for Starting an Auto Hauling Business”
Representing over $7 billion in economic value each year in the United States alone, refrigerated trucks are essential to the transportation industry. These trucks, colloquially known as “reefers”, transport millions of tons of perishable items per year, including food products, medicines, and temperature-controlled cargoes. With over 500,000 refrigerated trailers operating on U.S. roadways, protecting those … Continue reading “Refrigerated Truck Insurance 101”
The trucking industry faces many risks in its operations. With millions of miles traveled and millions of tons of cargo transported each year, the role of risk management in trucking cannot be overlooked. In many cases, trucking companies have little control over outside risks, particularly that of fuel expenses. While trucking insurance protects against a … Continue reading “Tips for the Trucking Industry to Save Money on Fuel”
