WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HAVING A PRE-EMISSION ERA TRUCK?

In this post, we will examine why the California rules phasing out diesel trucks will harm the trucking industry. 1. Cost of New Equipment One of the significant impacts of the California rules phasing out diesel trucks is the cost of new equipment. Diesel trucks are the backbone of the...

The profitability of a roll-off dumpster business can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the local market demand, the size and scope of the business, and the competition in the area. Here are some key factors that can impact the profitability of a roll-off dumpster business: Market...

WHERE IS THE MONEY IN TRUCKING FOR OWNER-OPERATORS?

During a stationary (parked) regeneration, these are the typical values for a healthy system: Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) differential pressure - less than 12.7 mm-hg [0.5 in-hg] EGR valve position measured (percent open) - less than one percent Exhaust gas pressure - 1875 to 4063 mm-hg [74...

IS IT WORTH STARTING AN END-DUMP COMPANY?

Is Hotshot Trucking Profitable? If you own a fleet of trucks, you may be considering hotshot trucking as an additional source of income. Hotshot trucking is a type of freight shipping that uses smaller trucks and trailers to haul loads over shorter distances. But is it profitable? Let’s take a...

At the end of every year, retailers scramble to clear out their excess holiday inventory. This leads to an increase in shipping demand from October through December as retailers seek to move their goods from warehouses to stores around the country. This annual peak season provides truckers with...

In a shocking turn of events, a former Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) border investigator, pleaded guilty in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas to a charge of extortion under color of law. The 54-year-old Texas resident faces up to 20 years in prison...

The trucking industry has been in a state of flux for the past year due to the pandemic. This has meant turbulent times for many businesses, and the Mullen Group is no exception. In an effort to remain transparent with their customers, senior executive officer Murray Mullen discussed his...

The Original Load Board: DAT TruckersEdge In 1978, Al Jubitz, a truck stop owner from Portland, Oregon, founded the original load board - Dial-A-Truck (also known as DAT Services). This load board was later acquired by TransCore in 1992 and became known as DAT TruckersEdge. Today, DAT Solutions...

WHATS THE BEST TRUCK MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE?

Are trucking companies responsible for broken windshields?

On Wednesday, Amazon announced that it would be cutting over 18,000 jobs. The Wall Street Journal reported on the cuts earlier, which were more than the e-retailer initially stated last year. This news may have left truckers hauling freight with Amazon Relay wondering what this means for them...

Leasing vs Buying a Semi-Truck - What's Right for You? Being part of the trucking industry, it is important to be able to make informed decisions about your personal needs. As an independent owner-operator, thinking about leasing or buying a semi-truck can be such a difficult dilemma. While...

HOW MUCH MONEY DOES TRUCKING SCHOOL COST?

HOW TO CHOOSE BETWEEN BUYING VS. RENTING A TRAILER?

HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU MAKE HOTSHOT TRUCKING?

HOW HARD IS TRUCKING IN THE OILFIELD?

How Much Can You Make Hauling Frac Sand in the Oilfield? https://trucking.money/blog/a-look-at-oilfield-truck-driver-salaries-for-hauling-frac-sand/