TRUCKING BLOG

Branding for a small trucking company is just as important as it is for big trucking fleets. It’s the way you will define your business,...

By: Todd Amen, President and CEO of ATBS As Bob Dylan sang in 1961, “ The Times, They Are a-Changin’ ”. The big thing we can take away...

Weather is arguably one of the most important factors affecting your driving routes, so it’s important to have the most up-to-date forecast at your fingertips. But finding the best weather app can be tricky since there are so many to choose from. Here are five weather apps that we think are a cloud above the rest. The Weather Channel Available On: Android, iOS, Windows Phone Cost: Free The Weather Channel's (TWC) app is free and available on Android, iOS, and Windows Phone. I

Near the end of 2020, we published an article “Run Hard Now” that attempted to portray the need for independent contractors to take...

The Treasury Department and the IRS are beginning to warn taxpayers of possible delays during this year’s tax filing season, which begins...

As the weather starts to cool off, and everyone is about to be consumed with pumpkin-spice flavored everything, owner-operators should have something else on their mind: Winterizing their truck. Actively taking steps to prepare your truck for winter is crucial for keeping your costs down, and staying safe in the cold winter months. Follow these guidelines and get your truck ready - winter is just around the corner! Step One: Prepare an Emergency Kit Getting stranded in advers

One of the biggest issues the trucking industry is facing right now is some of the problems involving maintenance. Maintenance costs are...

It’s currently the middle of summer and the warmest months of the year if you live north of the equator. So why are we talking about...

As an owner-operator, one of the most important pieces of your business that you need to manage is your cash flow. How much money (cash)...

Fuel: What does it mean to you? For many owner-operators, fuel is simply their largest annual business expense - a necessary evil on the...

Executive Summary Introduction Assembly Bill 5 (A.B. 5) is a California law that restricts businesses from classifying workers as...

Oftentimes, when there is a boom in freight rates, we see a counter-intuitive pattern develop among the Owner Operator population....

Do you know any truckers whose CPA set up a corporation for them right when they started their business, who then had to close it down a...

The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate was officially put into place on April 1, 2018. It was at this point that commercial motor...

You don’t have to be an economics major to understand the basic principles of supply and demand. However, understanding and identifying...

By: Henry Albert, Freightliner Team Run Smart Pro There has been a flurry of activity revolving around the fact a large portion of our...

First and foremost, consider your health and your family’s health before deciding to run during the pandemic. If you feel unsafe or are...

As an owner-operator, you’re probably always hearing about ways to save money on fuel, truck maintenance, taxes, and business expenses....

This article was originally featured on TeamRunSmart.com. Winter is right around the corner which means it’s time to refresh yourself on...

Life is full of all kinds of unexpected events. It’s because of these uncertainties that we need to make sure we are always prepared. Setting up an emergency fund can help to offset a financial strain. What is an emergency fund? An emergency fund is a liquid amount of cash that you can easily access if some sort of emergency pops up. I am not talking about money, you might need to take a last-minute trip to the Caribbean. Getting your emergency fund started. Getting your emer