The Guide to Truck Parking
Truck parking is one of the most frustrating issues that the trucking industry faces. With roughly 313,000 spots to park nationwide for...
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Become a better truck driver and business owner by taking a look at the hundreds of articles in our Trucking Blog. We have articles that cover a wide range of topics including the trucking industry, taxes & bookkeeping, health & fitness, and much more.
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- Aug 16
- 2 min
The Top 25 Quick and Easy Meals for Truck Drivers
Here are 25 road-friendly recipes specifically for truck drivers that are easy to prep at home, store in the truck, and eat on the go.
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- Jul 12
- 3 min
Be Wary of Tax Relief Advertisements
Owing taxes that we haven’t budgeted for is never a comfortable place to be. When we find ourselves in this position, it can be easy to...
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- Jun 30
- 4 min
The Top 25 Ways for Truck Drivers to Improve Fuel Efficiency
Improving your fuel efficiency by 1 MPG can save you over $10,000 per year! Luckily for you, there are many simple ways to improve this....
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- Jun 21
- 3 min
How to Choose the Right CDL Training School
Choosing the right CDL training school is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your truck driving career. While you might think...
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- Jun 1
- 3 min
The Top 25 Habits of Successful Owner-Operators
The most successful owner-operator truck drivers in the industry didn't get where they are because of sheer luck. These drivers are...
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- Mar 2
- 3 min
Maintaining Your Mental Health as a Truck Driver
The ease at which a trucker's mental health can deteriorate is alarming. Basing my assumptions and framework on the gold standard CBT...
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- Nov 29, 2022
- 7 min
Tax Moves for Truckers to Make Before Year End
2022 is almost over which means it’s time to make sure you have minimized your tax bill for the year. There are many things you can begin...
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- Nov 23, 2022
- 2 min
Connecting With Your Customers
Recently, I had the privilege of getting an inside look at how ATBS, a corporate tax and consulting company, functions. Being a truck...
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- Nov 1, 2022
- 3 min
4 Steps to Ensure a Successful Tax Return
The end of the year is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to start thinking about taxes.
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- Sep 15, 2022
- 3 min
How to Manage Stress as a Truck Driver
Stress is a part of life, but as truck drivers, we deal with a unique set of circumstances. Whether it's navigating through a congested...
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- Aug 10, 2022
- 8 min
The Complete Guide to Taxes for Owner-Operator Truckers
As an owner-operator truck driver, your tax situation is unique. You file and pay taxes like a business owner while also being eligible...
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- Apr 12, 2022
- 5 min
Managing Your Trucking Business in a Changing Market
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...
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- Apr 5, 2022
- 3 min
What is a Fuel Surcharge?
A fuel surcharge is a mechanism in the trucking industry that helps balance the fluctuations in the cost of fuel. Incorporating a fuel...
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- Nov 1, 2021
- 4 min
Winterizing Your Truck: A Step-by-Step Plan
As the weather starts to cool off, and everyone is about to be consumed with pumpkin-spice flavored everything, owner-operators should...
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- Oct 14, 2021
- 8 min
Common Business Questions for Owner-Operators
Here is a list of the most commonly asked business questions we receive from owner-operators, and our answers to those questions. Q: How...
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- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min
The Final Episode of the Rearview Mirror Series
In the final episode of the Rearview Mirror Series, we give a quick summary of the series in total, answer some final user-submitted...
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- Mar 1, 2021
- 4 min
Tips for Owner-Operators Who Can't Pay Their Taxes
Tax season can be a stressful time. Independent contractors who do not have taxes taken out of their paychecks are particularly...
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- Feb 22, 2021
- 2 min
The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 6: Common Questions about Back Taxes
In this episode of the Rearview Mirror Series, we answer some of the most common questions truck drivers have about back taxes and tax...
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- Jan 9, 2021
- 1 min
The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 5: Negotiation Strategies & Tactics
As always, if you haven't watched the previous episodes, we'd recommend starting there and working your way forward. Remember, Episode #2...
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