We are in the middle of an economic growth spurt, yet we are seeing hints of inflation making it to the news. Many analysts have even gone so far as to draw connections between rising inflation and the costs associated...

In the first part of this series, we took a look at improving trucking for drivers, and covered such topics as hiring and hours of service. In this second installment, we will touch on some topics which are frequently overlooked...

Despite the required electronic devices, GPS, and a host of other technologies, the trucking industry itself has stayed the same for the past few decades. For those in favor of improving trucking, taking the necessary steps to improve the industry...

News outlets are constantly reporting on growing vacancies in the trucking industry. To compensate for the already existing vacancies, and to meet the high demand of the current economic upswing, the trucking industry needs to hire roughly 900,000 people. While...

Cybersecurity remains a hot button issue in the United States, raising the fear of attacks which compromise everything from personal identity to our government. Now more than ever, the trucking industry needs to improve its cybersecurity measures to protect revenue,...

The demand for truckers reached new heights in the first half of 2018. Consumers are buying more, construction and natural disaster recovery are in full swing, and capacity loads are in demand across the United States. As the strong economic...

As we enter the summer months, truck rates are reaching unexpected highs. Or at least, the truck rates seem high until you start digging below the price point. Truck Rates Spiked Due To Agriculture Across the country, we are entering...

With more consumers taking to online shopping, the trucking industry is looking to strengthen the number of available drivers. Looking ahead to the fourth quarter of 2018, it is essential for fleets to increase the number of long haul truckers...

Across the United States, the economy is gaining momentum and shows signs of being stronger than previous years. With the demand for capacity trucks, an increase in production form other businesses, the rise of e-commerce, and customers with more revenue...

Truckers are paying more at the pump – 22 percent more to be exact, compared to just one year ago. Fuel prices are rising, and diesel alone may be well over $3.50 per gallon by 2019. Why Fuel Prices Are...