Trucking
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Trucking Happy: An enjoyable and more appealing way to truck that can be the best job you will ever have
Introduction: In a world where many find themselves trapped in stressful routines and burning out from monotonous work, the allure of trucking presents a refreshing alternative. Having experienced the confines of a traditional office job, I understand the toll it takes on one’s well-being. The desire for something more fulfilling and different led me on…
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Is being a driveaway driver better than being a traditional truck driver?
Introduction: While at a recent trip to a dealership, I noticed a driver delivering a brand new truck to the dealer. The driver that delivered the truck told me he was a ‘driveaway’ driver. The driver told me that he loved it much more than driving long haul with a trailer and that he wished…
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Save Money by Filing Your Own IFTA: Use my IFTA Filing Spreadsheet to Help You Save
Introduction: In the realm of transportation, the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) plays a crucial role in streamlining the reporting and payment of fuel taxes across multiple states. Carriers complete their IFTA filing each quarter to remain in good standing. For a fee ELD services will file IFTA for carriers. The White Glove Trucking IFTA…
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Save Money with Cheaper Commercial Truck Insurance: How Not Settling for Progressive Saved Me Nearly $10,000
Introduction: Acquiring insurance is required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) before you can obtain your operating authority. When starting a trucking company, insurance becomes one of the most significant fixed expenses alongside truck and trailer payments. As a truck driver and owner operator, I understood the importance of finding the best insurance…
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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…