Welcome to the White Glove Trucking Blog
Hi! I am EJay Anderson, ex-Congressional auditor turned long-haul truck blogger and owner of White Glove Trucking and writer of The White Glove Trucking Blog. As an independent trucking entrepreneur, I discovered how to truck happy and wealthy and want to help others do the same.
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Comparison of Old Truck vs New Truck Reveals Truck Profitability Tier Levels and Strategies to Successfully Truck Independently Retire Early (TIRE)
Introduction In a previous post, I documented the purchase of my new truck and stated that I would do a performance follow-up. This followup delves deep into trucking profitability. In this comprehensive analysis, I explore nuances between new and used truck profitability, profitability tiers in the trucking industry, and strategies to optimize success as an…
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Trucking Independently Retire Early (TIRE): Trucking and the New Definition of Retirement
Confused How I Describe This New Trucking Bliss When I first started trucking, I didn’t know how to describe my new state of blissful employment. On the one hand, I was still working, and working at a job with some pretty long hours. On the other hand, after leaving a stressful 9 to 5 job,…
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A Fruitful New Business Partnership Sparked from a Chance Meeting at DMV
Introduction: Sometimes, the most unexpected places and circumstances can lead to remarkable opportunities. This was precisely the case for me when I found myself in a chance meeting with two individuals at a DMV in Virginia. Little did I know that this encounter would help propel the trajectory of my trucking business and present me…
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Overage: a shippers mistake that can cost owner operators time and money
Introduction: When it comes to shipping, overage is an unfortunate situation where the shipper sends more product than intended.1 This can create significant inconveniences and financial losses for owner operators, especially those with only one truck, one trailer, and limited storage options. Occupied with excess cargo, they are unable to pick up and deliver loads…
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Go Slow, No Macho, No Uh-Oh: Finding Power and Safety in Slowing Down and Being Kind on the Road
Introduction: In this blog post, we explore the concept of finding power and safety on the road by embracing a slower and more considerate driving style. By sharing personal experiences and insights, we aim to demonstrate how adopting this approach can empower individuals and enhance overall safety on our highways. From Slow Motion Bureaucracy to…