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We attended the Mutts4Trucks event in Nashville, TN thanks to the Mobil Delvac™ and PEDIGREE® brands. In this video, we'll be sharing our experience at the Mutts4Trucks event in Nashville and telling you how you can see more of the journey some of these truckers went on to get their dogs...

Everyone knows the rule, never swerve to keep from hitting an animal. When the animal is large and possible using the brakes hard while controlling steering is a good idea. This morning I tested the theory and escaped unscathed but with Bob in the sleeper getting prepared for a crash. READ MORE...

Not something we wanted to hear from our customer as he stepped into the freight box.... On our way to pick up our load, it rained cats and dogs, a real gully washer, and as I pulled into the customer's property, I drove around several huge puddles. Bob went in to speak with the customer as I...

Our blower fan broke on our Coleman Mach 8 rooftop AC. We were able to find a replacement part and Jason shows you how easy it was to repair. CLICK HERE to see more...

Joe came to us 12 years ago as a “One Truck Independent Contractor” leasing on as an Owner Operator with FedEx Custom Critical. Later Joe’s wife, Sue, became his co-driver. A few years went by when they saw an opportunity to help another driver get into the business. So they leased Tom their...

Many of us have done this, you go pick up a load on Mars and then deliver on Jupiter or maybe even Mercury or Venus. While you may have done it, maybe you just didn’t know it. READ MORE...

During a storm, I posted on Facebook after being shut down on the interstate. While being forced to shut down in New Mexico I posted on Facebook the mile marker, where and what interstate was shut down. In no time another driver who was in Texas posted road conditions for Texas. He also posted...

Wow, what a busy morning. Busy, but very productive. After agreeing to take on this new project, the next decision was made to work out the details. A meeting was called to get the project underway. Plans were discussed for the project and many great ideas were debated and the ebb and flow of...

We are selling our truck! For more info or questions please email us at [email protected] SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY PLEASE CLICK HERE to see more...

Well, we are still not expediting but we do have a complete truck sitting at our house. It is pretty exciting to pull into our house and see our truck sitting on the pad by Bob’s shop. The work is not done by a long shot as Bob is still is performing his tweaks. READ MORE...

Finding and keeping new customers can be a challenge for just about any business, but for the owner operator, this can be even more difficult. Give a little Ever notice how many larger businesses will offer a lower price on a product or service for new customers? There is more to it than just...

Recently I was called a daredevil, and I do not believe that is a true statement.... Each day we face risks, and yet we get into our trucks, turn the key to on, and drive on a public motorway. Driving is a calculated risk, and each of us knows the dangers and the consequences of having an...

Many “big” truck drivers approach me out on the road to inquire about my “little” expedite truck. I often hear that they want to get out of the 18 wheeler and get into a straight truck. The most common reason given at first is usually because they assume that us expediters have an easier time...

The international means a lot to us as our Trucker Buddy classes are all located in France.... To say Trucker Buddy has changed our lives is a gross understatement. Many years ago, when I first heard about the program, I skeptical as time is always an issue in our lives. Who has time to be a...

Whether you already hold a CDL or are planning to obtain one it's very important to know you are held to a higher standard as a professional driver.... CLICK HERE to see more...

FIDO is something we all need to practice but for those that make their career driving in traffic everyday, it is a must. FIDO - Forget It Drive On How simple is that concept? My pet peeve that would irritate me and I would do everything in my power to keep from happening was other drivers...

We are often asked about getting a llc when getting into expediting. This is what we've learned and our thoughts about getting a llc. Always consult with a tax professional on business matters. CLICK HERE to see more...

Coming mid-September: the latest in fuel efficiency by Dave Schaller. READ MORE...

Time for the judges, the award ceremony, and the parade of trucks leaving the convention center. We spent all day Wednesday putting the final touches on our truck. On Thursday morning we went in early to wipe down the truck show one more time before the announcement is made to put all rags...

One of our window shades broke in the sleeper & instead of replacing the whole shade we found a repair kit to fix it.... CLICK HERE to see more...