Those who are unfamiliar with the trucking industry may not think much of driver turnover, but with a turnover rate of 74%, large carriers know that the growing problem must be addressed until a solution is found. Basically, this rate of turnover means that only 26% of drivers will remain with the same company after … Continue reading “How to Hire the Right Truck Drivers”
Blog
5 Steps to Becoming an Owner Operator in the Trucking Industry
Many commercial drivers dream of the day they become an owner operator instead of simply making money for someone else. If becoming an owner operator is a goal of yours, then you probably also anticipate being able to make your own schedule as well. The journey toward actually reaching this goal may seem too complicated … Continue reading “5 Steps to Becoming an Owner Operator in the Trucking Industry”
Prepare Your Fleet for Winter Driving
Though each season of the year will task a fleet in different ways, winter is the one that sends owners scurrying to make sure each truck is ready to ride out the storms. Even semi’s that spend the majority of their miles in warmer states can be unpleasantly surprised by weather that is not common. … Continue reading “Prepare Your Fleet for Winter Driving”
New Data from ATRI on the Operational Costs of Trucking
In a recent analysis by The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), motor carriers’ operational costs of trucking were quantified and documented, providing critical data so they could work to provide correct information to policymakers about how new funding strategies could negatively impact the freight movement. Because this study has been completed for 9 years now, … Continue reading “New Data from ATRI on the Operational Costs of Trucking”
Commercial Trucking Tips: Avoiding Common Parking Lot Accidents
When you drive trucks for a living, you are constantly aware of the ways that other drivers on the road contribute to possible hazards that you will have to cope with. It’s just part of the territory, and developing a good sense of the pitfalls that come with the open road is just part of … Continue reading “Commercial Trucking Tips: Avoiding Common Parking Lot Accidents”
How to Avoid Collisions with Deer
Collisions with deer result in billions of dollars in vehicle damage and almost 200 fatalities every year. While there is always a risk of coming into contact with these animals, autumn can be an especially dangerous time, as it is deer mating season and there are more of them around. Drivers should be aware how … Continue reading “How to Avoid Collisions with Deer”
What is the ELD Mandate?
Truck drivers and other commercial motor carriers need to be aware of the ELD mandate, which all commercial fleets must implement by December 18, 2017. Some drivers may be asking, what is the ELD mandate? ELD stands for Electronic Logging Device, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration passed a rule that requires commercial vehicles … Continue reading “What is the ELD Mandate?”
Truck Roadside Service
Why You Should Have Commercial Truck Roadside Service If you’ve been in the trucking industry for a while, then you know all manner of mishaps can happen out on the road, some of which you or your drivers might not have the right equipment or knowledge to respond to on your own. Being well-prepared for … Continue reading “Truck Roadside Service”
What You Need to Know About Truck Liability Insurance
Just as you want to properly insure your personal vehicle, the same is most certainly true when it comes to commercial trucks. Not only does insurance provide you and your drivers with peace of mind, it could also be just the thing to keep your trucking business up and running without having to cover insurance-related … Continue reading “What You Need to Know About Truck Liability Insurance”
Choosing the Right Commercial Truck Insurance
While it’s great to have commercial truck insurance to protect your employees as well as your business, you’ve got to make sure you’ve got the right type of insurance and that you work with an agent who knows what she or he is doing to ensure you’re getting the protection and peace of mind you … Continue reading “Choosing the Right Commercial Truck Insurance”