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The trucking industry has often been referred to as the lifeblood of the American economy, and for good reason. Over 70 percent of all yearly freight in the United States – more than 9.2 billion tons in all – is transported via the nation’s nearly three million trucks. However, this staggering volume and its vital…

For people interested in starting a trucking business, things are more complicated than they seem. Many people who lease or run under other companies and want to move out on their own don’t realize how complicated or expensive starting your trucking company is. This primer is dedicated to giving you the information you need to…

When Donald Trump takes office as the 45th President of the United States on January 20, 2017, he will undoubtedly usher in a number of policy changes. With the Republican Party also firmly in control of both houses of Congress, those changes may be quick and significant. In particular, President-elect Trump will hold the power…

Trucking stands at a crossroads, as the ceaseless march of technology looks poised to significantly change the way one of the country’s largest and most important industries operates. As the industry changes and adapts to the future, so too must the many ancillary services that have grown up around it – none more so than…

The trucking industry has an age problem. While much of the focus in recent years has been on autonomous trucking and other technologies that could threaten the long-term viability of the industry, a troubling demographic trend has largely flown under the radar. In what the American Transportation Research Institute describes as a looming “driver cliff,”…

Trucking is one of the largest industries in the United States, with more than 3.5 million active drivers and approximately 8.7 million people employed altogether. Despite the massive numbers, however, the trucking industry is facing a labor shortage that is expected to grow tremendously in the coming years. One important reason for this shortage? While…

UPDATE: After being delayed for months, the Driver Training rule was put into effect June 6th. In the flurry of activity that surrounded President Trump’s first 100 days in office, an executive order was signed that directed all Executive branch departments to freeze any pending regulatory action to allow for a review by the new…

In the transportation industry, there are few things worse than being idle. As the saying goes, there is no earning when the wheels aren’t turning. That’s especially true when it comes to truck drivers, who too often find themselves detained for hours at pick-up or destination points while their freight is loaded or unloaded. This…

For many businesses, invoicing is viewed as a rather perfunctory action. An invoice is often given little thought or importance, and that’s a recipe for trouble. As a factoring company who processes thousands of invoices a month, we know how critical a properly constructed invoice is to the health of your business. If you want…