Improved safety. Greater flexibility. Increased productivity. These are the key reasons why the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently published proposed changes to hours of service (HOS) rules. "We listened directly to the concerns of drivers for rules that are safer and have more flexibility-and we have acted. We encourage everyone to review and comment on this proposal," FMCSA Administrator Raymond P. Martinez said ...

Imagine you could be in the same room with the expedited trucking industry's most popular YouTubers and ask them questions to get real-world advice on how to start and grow your business. That's precisely what attendees got to experience in the "Q&A with Successful Expedite Drivers" session at Expedite Expo 2019 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, in July. The panelists included: The Trucking Couple: Frank and Stephanie Rebelo, who were also finalists for Expediter of the Year The Cr...

How you keep and organize your business receipts can make a significant impact on how much profit you get to keep after filing your taxes. That was a big topic of discussion in a workshop titled "Expedite Your Financial Well-Being" led by Jim O'Donnell, CEO and founder at Trucker Tax Service Inc., and owner-operator Linda Caffee with Freightliner Team Run Smart at Expedite Expo 2019 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, in July. In case you missed i...

Knowledge is power. And when it comes to your credit report, knowledge is buying power. That's because your credit score not only impacts whether or not you get approved for financing to buy a truck or van but also several other factors tied to the cost of vehicle ownership, including the required down payment, interest rate (and, thus, monthly payment), and insurance costs. Even if you could qualify to buy a truck with a below average credit score, it could still cost you hu...

We live in one of the greatest times to be alive when it comes to free resources available to succeed in business. And that's especially true when it comes to the expedited trucking business. With free events, education, and online communities, there's no shortage of opportunities to help you grow. But what are those free resources? Here are six to check out. #1. Expediters Online (Open Forum)When you're traveling in a truck, away from home for several weeks at a time, it's e...

The 19th edition of Expedite Expo, the only trade show geared exclusively to the expedited trucking industry, introduced a new venue, new format, and new lineup of industry education classes. And at the close of the show on July 20 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, the Expo also delivered a new Expediter of the Year award winner: Lisa Morway with V3 Transportation. Morway was selected among a strong field of finalists that included Vanessa Schr...

"The best investment you can make is in yourself." This quote by billionaire investor Warren Buffet captures the essence of why you should consider attending Expedite Expo. It's an opportunity to invest in yourself and reap an immediate return of new ideas, contacts, and business opportunities. Launched in 2001, Expedite Expo is the only trade show in the world geared exclusively to the expediting trucking industry. And today, the Expo-which runs July 19 and 20 at the Allen C...

Editor's Note: Expedite Expo 2019, which runs July 19 and 20 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, is the only trade show in the world geared exclusively to the expedited trucking industry. And this year's show will feature the announcement of the winner of the Expediter of the Year award, which will be presented to one of these three finalists: Vanessa Schroeder, Lisa Morway, and Frank & Stephanie Rebelo. The purpose of this award is to recogni...

Editor's Note: Expedite Expo 2019, which runs July 19 and 20 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, is the only trade show in the world geared exclusively to the expedited trucking industry. And this year's show will feature the announcement of the winner of the Expediter of the Year award, which will be presented to one of these three finalists: Vanessa Schroeder, Lisa Morway, and Frank & Stephanie Rebelo. The purpose of this award is to recogn...

Editor's Note: Expedite Expo 2019, which runs July 19 and 20 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, is the only trade show in the world geared exclusively to the expedited trucking industry. And this year's show will feature the announcement of the winner of the Expediter of the Year award, which will be presented to one of these three finalists: Vanessa Schroeder, Lisa Morway, and Frank & Stephanie Rebelo. The purpose of this award is to recogni...