Mission Financial Blog
7 Practical Ways to Reduce Truck Emissions for Fleets
Reducing truck emissions is not just about meeting emission regulations. For owner-operators and small fleets, emissions problems usually show up as higher fuel costs and trucks that spend too much time parked instead of hauling freight. If you run a commercial truck,...
Class 8 Truck Emissions Regulations: What Carriers Need to Know
If you are shopping for a truck, class 8 truck emissions regulations can be the difference between buying a dependable rig and buying a problem you will keep paying for. A low price is not a win if the truck cannot pass inspection where you run, keeps derating under...
How Much Down Payment Do You Need to Lease a Semi Truck?
Leasing a semi truck can be a convenient way to get on the road, but the deal can feel unclear until you know what you will actually need upfront. The first question most drivers ask is the right one: how much of a down payment will you need to lease a semi-truck? The...
Truckload Spot Rate Spikes: What an 8% Jump Signals for 2026
Truckload spot rate spikes have captured attention across the freight market after an 8% jump recorded over a recent two-week period. For owner-operators, first-time buyers, and small fleets, this is a data point that hints at how fragile current market conditions...
What Is A Light Commercial Vehicle? Complete Guide
A light commercial vehicle is often the workhorse behind small businesses that deliver, install, repair, or service goods every day. From local delivery routes to job sites, these vehicles move tools, materials, and products without the size, cost, or complexity of...
Guide To Commercial Vehicle Tracking
Commercial vehicle tracking plays a growing role in how trucking businesses manage daily operations. For owner-operators and small fleets, visibility into vehicle location, driver activity, and routes can directly affect costs and safety. GPS fleet tracking systems...
What You Need To Know Before Buying A Commercial Truck
Buying a commercial truck usually means your business or plans are at a turning point. Either your trucking business has more work or an important contract on the table, or you need a commercial truck to become your owner-operator. No matter the reason, getting a new...
Complete Guide To Semi-Trucks: Everything You Need To Know
From groceries and building materials to factory goods and fuel, semi-trucks handle 72.7% of long-haul freight in North America and play a central role in how goods move from factories to stores. Many people enter trucking for the same reasons: steady demand and the...
Guide To Common Types of Trailers For Semi Trucks
Choosing the wrong trailer is a mistake many owner-operators and small fleets make early, and it can be an expensive one. A mismatch between trailer type and freight can lead to missed loads, higher operating costs, compliance issues, and financing headaches that slow...
The Ultimate Semi Truck Inspection Checklist
Whether you’re an experienced driver or new to the industry, conducting a complete inspection before every trip protects you, your vehicle, your cargo, and your business. A proper inspection helps you identify mechanical issues early and avoid roadside violations that...
