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Before taking the plunge into starting a business, you should ask yourself “what is an owner operator?” With hundreds of employed truckers all over the USA contemplating leaving the big carrier companies they work for in order to go it alone, a lot of experienced truck drivers are curious about the life of the self-employed […]

If you’re looking up what to do when you’re laid off, you’ve probably had a rough few days. Being laid off is an unfair situation. You do your job, you work your hours, you always clock your hours properly, and you always get to the dock on time. The sad truth is that sometimes carriers […]

If you’re a new truck driver, you’ll want to know all the trucking tips available to help boost your career. Becoming a truck driver is a great career move, but it doesn’t need to be the last move you make, career-wise. Whether you’re a seasoned driver or you’re brand new to the field, there are […]

Truck driving is extremely lucrative, especially in certain specialities, but you may be asking, “what is the average pay for a truck driver?” On average, across the United States, truck drivers make 70,000 to 80,000 dollars a year.  Many variables go into answering, “what is the average pay for a truck driver?” Keep reading to […]

Whether you’re just starting out or have been in the field for a while, freelance trucking may seem like an exciting and possibly very lucrative career. Freelance trucking can mean a greater share of the profits, but can also require more work. There are plenty of individual factors, but large and small, can make or […]

Pandemic layoffs forced many to change careers this past year and if you’re considering truck driving as a new career, you should learn the pros and cons of trucking. When changing careers, job culture and workplace environment pivot dramatically. Before changing careers, make sure you love the industry you move into. Read on to learn […]