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Drivers Knee
Drivers knee is among the most common musculoskeletal conditions affecting professional drivers. It starts as a mild ache on the knee, then gradually turns into a sharp cramp before becoming a persistent stabbing pain that limits knee function. If you’ve experienced...
What Are Freight Accessorial Charges?
Transporting goods involves more than simple pickup and delivery. Freight carriers often face challenges requiring additional services, such as extra labor, time, fuel, or special equipment, leading to freight accessorial charges. This guide covers what these fees...
Pre-trip Inspection Checklist For Truck DriversÂ
Conducting pre-trip inspections is essential for your safety as a truck driver and the safety of all road users. That’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) provides pre-trip inspection checklist standards all commercial driver’s license (CDL)...
Complete Guide to LTL Freight
Whether you’re a small-scale owner-operator or run a large trucking fleet, there are many different ways that you can plan freight deliveries. LTL freight is a popular option to keep in mind. In many cases, shipments don’t require an entire truckload. Instead of...
How To Get Your MC Authority
If you’re an owner-operator, you’ll know that having all the right licenses and documents is essential for smooth business operations. If you run an interstate trucking business, you’ll need to add MC authority to your list of documentation. This is an important legal...
What Is OTR Trucking
OTR, or over-the-road trucking, is a lucrative career in the trucking industry that involves transporting goods over long distances, often across state lines or international borders. The job requires significant commitment and adaptability. Drivers must cover vast...
Freight Factoring: What You Need to Know
One of the major challenges of running a trucking business is maintaining a steady cash flow. Even if your business is generating a good income, you might still have a hard time paying bills on time. This is where freight factoring is so useful. Working with a leading...
Challenges Facing the Commercial Trucking Industry Today
The trucking industry is an essential part of any global supply chain. We need trucks for moving goods across vast distances and keeping the economy alive. However, challenges facing the commercial trucking industry today, jeopardize the industry's efficiency,...
Maintaining Truck Suspension Systems
Truck suspension systems are crucial for a comfortable ride and keeping your cargo safe. Suspension systems also have a major impact on every other component of your vehicle, so maintaining truck suspension systems is essential for getting the most miles out of your...
Top Mobile Apps for Truck Drivers
Technology is changing the way the trucking industry operates. While vehicles and fleet managers are becoming more technologically advanced, as a truck driver, there are various apps you can install to make your life more efficient, safe, and convenient. From health...
