Have you ever bought a tire with a low upfront cost, only then to pay hundreds in maintenance, poor fuel efficiency, or a low tread life? You may not have considered the total cost ownership of tires. Many carriers end up paying huge expenses by misunderstanding this critical concept: Tires cost more than their initial… Read more »
In 2024, 89% of truckers are concerned about trucking operational costs. With insurance premiums, maintenance, truck lease, and ownership rates rising, they have good reason to be. Despite challenging market conditions for carriers nationwide, drivers can take controllable actions to avoid overpaying for operational costs. Here are a few ways to drive trucking operational costs… Read more »
Not all truck stops are created equal. Some are exceptional, and some are downright dangerous. And then there’s Iowa 80. Of all the truck stops on the interstate, Iowa 80 with TA-Petro stands tall—or wide, may be a better word. The main building alone is over 130,000 square feet, making it the largest truck stop… Read more »
What are the best drive tires for semi-truck haulers? Drive tires are arguably the most important tires on a semi-truck. Sustaining the brunt of the torque from the engine and the weight of the load, these tires are a lot like truckers: they do the tough work to keep things moving. That said, cutting corners… Read more »
Utilizing new technology is a great way to make your workflow more efficient. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming more robust, now is a good time to consider how it could help you with your day-to-day tasks. Learning how to use AI as a freight agent can take some time as you experiment with the different… Read more »
If you’re a trucker growing a company, you know the dilemma: How do you grow a business when you’re unsure when you’ll be paid? Of course, such a long delay in payment creates several problems for truckers. How can I pay for fuel and get back on the road? How do I cover payroll? How… Read more »
With traffic, theft, and collisions on the rise, truckers’ need for a reliable dash cam has never been more relevant… but what is the best dash cam for semi-trucks? We’ve compiled a list of the most popular dash cams for semi-trucks on the market and analyzed their strengths, weaknesses and value for their price. Here… Read more »
Have you recently received an email from the FMCSA requesting your personal information? More than likely, you were almost the victim of a dangerous FMCSA scam by a fraudulent party. As freight fraud continues to plague the market at unprecedented levels, scam emails are increasingly sophisticated. The recent surge of emails falsely posing as the… Read more »
If you’d benefit from an extra $700 a year, fuel-efficient tires may be the answer.[1] Many tires claim to be ‘fuel-efficient,’ but determining just what they are doing to save you on fuel can be difficult. When selecting fuel-efficient tires, there are a few critical features to look for. We will review the features of… Read more »
Some people are just kind. It seems that the harder life presses down on them, the more their genuine capacity for good is revealed. But how does so much goodness reside in one individual? Mike is one such person. Having committed to a legacy of helping others find fulfillment, Mike touches one life at a… Read more »
