In today's volatile employment economy - the same atmosphere many of us are accustomed to traversing on a daily basis - it's not out of the realm of possibility that we all have experienced similar plights and pitfalls to what our country's drivers are frequently facing day-in and day-out. Driver treatment is something that we should all be more aware of. Especially when it comes to the notion that there are increasingly less drivers to pluck from the trucking pool, and it se...

Whether you're the owner/operator of your own truck or cargo van, or perhaps you're simply wanting to drive as an independent contractor, here are some general rules that can be followed and adhered to for both the novice and the seasoned vet. The following are suggestions to help jumpstart your business either as a burgeoning expediter or as a longtime logistics professional. For the Owner OperatorsThe first thing to keep in mind is that you are the master of your own truck,...

As of press time, the national average price of gasoline is $4.01 a gallon, up 45% from $2.76 a year ago, according to the AAA, when pandemic lockdowns were in the process of being lifted and vaccines became readily available, once again opening up the United States to regular fuel consumption. Diesel is $4.53, up 51% from $2.99 this time last year. Gas prices are believed to continue in an upward trend, thanks in-part to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, according to kbb.com. Ca...

Using your downtime effectively is an important key to both managing and maximizing your ability to stay ready when that next load offer comes from your favorite dispatcher. Like most of us, it's probably very easy to slip into an old habit or routine that can be time-killing and counterproductive. So, here are some suggestions of what can be done with your time as you prepare for the next trip. Meal PrepIn today's society, especially in a greater health-conscious setting, mo...

A budding partnership took root on March 1st, when the U.S. Department of Labor combined forces with American Trucking Associations (ATA) to usher in an apprenticeship program that could alter the course of the ongoing driver shortage in America. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Labor Secretary Marty Walsh formally established and introduced ATA as an officially registered apprenticeship sponsor on the first day of the month. Such a move signifies the country's int...

Understand, most drivers prefer the solitude of the open road. Who wouldn't? You get to take your work with you and make money wherever you go. No one to answer to (other than perhaps dispatch and the Department of Transportation), and you're touring the countryside over the wide-open road. What's not to like about that? As appealing as driving solo can be, it's often accompanied by the risk of losing out on extra cash by limiting oneself in earning capability. It's especiall...

In transportation, honesty goes both ways. Not only do drivers seeking employment expect a straight-up recruiter to give them the scoop on what to anticipate with a potential company. But to be fair, there is a certain level of honesty and forthright-ness that recruiters require out of potential driver placement candidates. And if we're all being honest here, both sides could learn a thing or two from the other. What Do You Want to Hear?A recruiter telling a driver what they ...

Still mired in the COVID-19 pandemic, two years and counting, the transportation industry has undoubtedly seen its fair share of twists, turns, complaints and controversy. Just like the rest of us. However, one thing has remained the same: the on-going and perceived shortage of qualified drivers. Driver shortage: Is there an answer? Unlike Captain America, who was frozen and preserved in ice for almost 70 years, it's highly unlikely that we're going to find any long-forgotten...

Making the decision to lease your truck on with a company that will help provide the freight needed to turn a profit can be quite an undertaking. How do you know you're making the right choice when deciding who provides you with the best opportunities? Perhaps the most important question you should be asking yourself is, what is best for me and my situation? The following considerations should be made as you're process of choosing a carrier unfolds. Know Your Role The first t...

Cargo vans are an integral part of the expedite industry. And if you're one of the thousands of cargo van owner operators providing ground transportation across the North American landscape, you'll want to make sure you're up to speed on what's new for 2022. Or perhaps you're looking into purchasing your own cargo van to start hauling freight in an expeditious fashion. If so, you'll also want to explore what's on the horizon for 2022. 2022 Ford Transit Cargo Van The 2022 Ford...