Knowing what to expect at a weigh station can help make the process smooth for both you and your fellow truck drivers.

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Weigh stations, or coops, are a common part of life as a trucker–but do you know everything that happens when you stop? Knowing what to expect can help you to be prepared each time and get back on the road.   What to Expect at a Weigh Station: The Scale This one may seem obvious… Read more »

Are Retreads Safe

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Retreads are tires that have had their worn tread replaced with a new one to prolong a tire’s life, and to some, they are a cheaper, more environmentally-friendly way to drive. But is that true? Retreads have sometimes carried a negative connotation for being inferior to new tires in terms of performance and safety. Many… Read more »

Malani brings passion and a positive outlook to work with her. Learn more about her in her Team Member Spotlight!

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I once heard some advice that has stayed with me: In interacting with people, always assume they are dealing with 50% more than what they’ve told you. People like Malani are everywhere: Meekly, they go about doing good, never complaining, never seeking to shine the spotlight on themselves. Even in the face of great tribulation,… Read more »

truckers stopped fraud

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Ever since the pandemic, truckers have been the targets of an onslaught of schemes. From double-brokering to skimming and shimming, thieves have become increasingly creative in their efforts to rob drivers of their profits. Fortunately, truckers are observant people, foiling scams with their ability to pick up on fishy details and suspicious characters. We’ve compiled… Read more »

This agent blog roundup is full of ways to grow your relationships with your clients and enhance their experience.

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Working well with clients is an essential skill to develop. From resolving conflict to becoming more proactive, there are lots of ways to improve your interactions with clients. This agent blog roundup is full of ways to grow your relationships with your clients and enhance their experience.   Resolving Customer Conflicts   Dealing with conflict… Read more »

To help you be prepared to make difficult decisions on your freight journey, here are a few ethics in trucking essentials.

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Consider this situation: You are just minutes away from making your load on time. It’s late in the evening and raining, making it considerably hard to see. To your dismay, you notice that the exit for your stop is coming up in a few moments. You could make the exit by merging immediately, but it… Read more »

This month’s blog roundup shines a spotlight on our wonderful team. Take a moment to get to know some of our team members in these blogs.

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This month’s blog roundup shines a spotlight on our wonderful team. Take a moment to get to know some of our team members in these blogs.   Team Member Spotlight – Jeff Jeff is a caring member of our team who works hard to build relationships with others. He loves to help carriers with their… Read more »