In August, the CVSA conducted 18,875 commercial motor vehicle inspections for Brake Safety Week. The results are telling. This year’s emphasis was on brake lining and pad compliance. Inspectors made a careful evaluation of the following defects: Missing or contaminated parts Air leaks Air brake depressurizing Spring brake malfunctions …and more. After a week of… Read more »
Trucking has some major perks: The freedom, the views, and the tax deductions, to name a few. Fortunately for truckers on a budget, most everyday trucking expenses, including tires, are tax deductible. Many truckers are aware that deductions can be made on their tire spending. Still, many haulers miss out on deductions related to tire… Read more »
As technology and AI continue on their conquest of world domination, many consumers have experienced fantastic benefits—and some frustrations. It’s nice to have chatbots provide instant answers to common questions, but you would hate to see Carly, who has never even once messed up your quintuple-shot espresso from Starbucks, be replaced by a robot. When… Read more »
It’s no secret that winter tires are much safer during snowy months, but did you know that Germany even made them mandatory in 2005 for their overwhelming benefits? In the three years following the mandate, injuries from collisions dropped over 50%! Winter tires have been saving lives ever since they were introduced, but only some… Read more »
Welcoming new clients is the first step to building a strong business relationship. First impressions can mean everything and set the tone for how you will work together in the future. In order to put your best foot forward, here are some tips to help you get started. Welcoming Communication The first communication you… Read more »
The hall of fame for self-promotion is a crowded one. Often through force or sheer noise, these individuals dedicate their lives to themselves. Despite the intensity of their efforts, many of these leaders discover a sad truth: The more interested a leader is in their own individual success, the less inclined their team will be… Read more »
If you ship products requiring less-than-truckload (LTL) or refrigerated solutions, you’ve likely felt overwhelmed about sending your goods to clients. After all, shipments of this nature depend on your ability to: Secure carriers with the proper capacity and technology to move your product Coordinate complex routes with multiple stopping-points Establish relationships with retailers Coordinate shipment… Read more »
Between small cities and isolated towns are miles and miles of open road. Traversing remote forests, lonely mountains, and backcountry fields, the road carves through these liminal spaces for only a few passengers. Of those who pioneer these forgotten paths, nearly all are truckers. When the time is right and the road intrudes on those… Read more »
When the 2022 fuel surge hit, many truckers struggled to get by with diesel prices escalating to $6/gallon. Many truckers have expressed fear that another surge may be on the horizon, but what story do diesel trends tell? Diesel Prices in 2023 The last two years have taken truckers on a rollercoaster ride of… Read more »
Though the robot takeover hasn’t happened yet, small business owners are finding their own worlds dominated by AI. AI trucking is no exception. With all the chatter about autonomous trucking and AI-assisted driver monitoring, it can be difficult for everyday trucking companies to know how they can use AI trucking in practical ways. Here are… Read more »
