Posted Thursday, Feb 06, 2025
Starting a Non CDL Box Truck Business Checklist Launching a non CDL box truck business can be a lucrative opportunity for individuals who are looking to become entrepreneurs in the transportation and logistics industry, and it doesn't require a commercial driver's license (CDL) to do it. A non CDL box truck business offers a range [...]
Posted Tuesday, Jan 07, 2025
Truck Driving in 2025: Modern Perks That Make It Awesome Truck driving has always been a rewarding career, but in 2025, it’s better than ever. The industry is buzzing with exciting opportunities and advancements that make life on the road more interesting and fulfilling. Whether you’re new to the field or considering a switch, there […]
Posted Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024
Winter weather can pose significant challenges for truck drivers. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can make roads treacherous and increase the risk of accidents. However, with the right preparation and driving techniques, it’s possible to navigate winter conditions safely. This guide provides essential winter driving safety tips for truck drivers, helping you stay safe on […]
Posted Tuesday, Nov 05, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions About Sleeper Truck Maintenance Maintenance helps keep your sleeper truck out of the repair shop and on the road where it belongs. Some tasks should only be done by a professional, but there are many steps you can take to keep your sleeper truck running well. We've created the following guide to [...]
Posted Monday, Oct 07, 2024
Purchasing a used commercial box truck can be a smart economic move. Yet getting an excellent deal on a truck goes far beyond scoring a great price. You also have to know what you’re paying for. Every system and component, including its liftgate, should be in good operating order. But how can you find this [...]
Posted Wednesday, Sep 04, 2024
A rollback truck may look like a flatbed truck but is usually classified as a tow truck. A rollback truck is a type of towing truck where the flatbed can move up or down. Using a hydraulic system, the flatbed can be angled so that a car can drive up it easily, and then the [...]
Posted Wednesday, Aug 07, 2024
The demand for truck drivers in the U.S. remains high. According to the American Trucking Association, the driver shortage will hit 100,000 by 2025 and 160,000 by 2028. As the country starts to get back to “normal”, flatbed load volumes continue to build as construction activity and manufacturing begin to pick up. The news of [...]
Posted Tuesday, Jul 16, 2024
When reefer truck drivers transport perishable cargo, they have a lot to think about. Whether it’s produce, meat, plants, frozen foods, or pharmaceuticals, operating a well-running refrigerated trailer is important for safety and FDA compliance. Temperature control is a primary concern in refrigerated trucking, but there are a number of ways to prepare and operate [...]
Posted Tuesday, Jun 11, 2024
In any fleet or delivery business operation, time is an asset. But so is the worker's energy level. This is one of the reasons commercial vehicles and delivery trucks are fitted with a liftgate. This contraption significantly reduces the amount of energy needed when loading and unloading cargo or equipment to and from the truck's [...]
Posted Thursday, May 09, 2024
If you’re considering starting a transportation business, then one of the first considerations to make is whether you’ll purchase a box truck or a semi-truck with a semi trailer. Box trucks and semi-trucks are the two main truck types that are used to haul freight. Although these trucks look similar and do similar things, they’re [...]