Trucking Adds 1,500 Jobs In May-Growth Slower
Industry Growth Slower Than Expected
The trucking industry did grow in May, just not up to expert expectations according to our sources. Trucking accounted for 1,500 of the 217,000 jobs added in May, and the...
Solo Driver
There are many things you need to consider when you are entering the trucking industry. Once you decide you want to drive a truck. You will need to have a general idea of whether...
President Obama Announces Actions For Trucking Industry Regarding MPG
It's been exactly three weeks since President Obama's State of the Union Address. Since then, Obama has issued several executive orders, including Tuesday's announcement that details his plans to toughen fuel standards for medium and heavy-duty vehicles in...
ATA Has New Vice President And Chief of Legislative Affairs
ATA Announces New VP And CLA
The ATA announced last month that the company will have a new VP and CLA. The American Trucking Associations welcomed Christopher Spear as the association’s newest vice president and...
Starting a Truck Driving Career
Start A Trucking Career
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Team Truck Drivers-Pros And Cons Of Team Driving
Team Truck Driving
Are you wondering if team truck driving is for you? Just as any other trucking position, being a team truck driver has its advantages and disadvantages. It's important to note that you...
Hazmat Endorsement – The Process
So I recently had to re-acquire my hazmat endorsement for my CDL. I will be making a switch in my career path coming up and the new job requires me to have my hazardous...
Trucking Industry Fighting To Quiet Rest Rules
The trucking industry has been hit hard by the media this week after a Walmart truck driver hit Tracy Morgan's limo bus. The truck driver had not slept in over 24 hours and now...
Who All Must File Excise Form 2290? Let’s Know The IRS Facts
Normally when we mean truckers and fleet-owners who must file excise tax form 2290, we may refer to it as a corporation, Limited liability company (LLC), partnerships, charitable organizations, Educational institutions, non-profit organizations or...
Do you get bored driving a truck all day?
Long Hours For Truck Drivers
This is one of the most frequently asked questions I get. I can see how the average person in a car could get bored with driving. And I have taken...