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In the truck driving universe and in particular the expedite trucking world, decisions are being made all day, every day. Decisions such as which loads to take, which routes to drive, when to get maintenance done on the truck or even when to go home. READ MORE...

A DOT physical is required for every commercial driver license (CDL) holder. Dave’s medical card is about to expire. Things have been slow lately so we decided to take the time to get this task done while we had the opportunity. READ MORE...

One constant challenge that drivers face, no matter the route or season, is the unpredictable nature of weather. From blizzards to heatwaves, changing weather conditions demand adaptability, preparation, and resilience. READ MORE...

Something many truckers don’t realize: if you don’t take the right steps to lessen those losses, you could lose your right to recover them later. That’s called “mitigation of damages”, and it’s one of the most common reasons insurance companies deny or reduce downtime claims. READ MORE...

Finding the perfect team trucking partner requires careful consideration to ensure compatibility, reliability, and shared goals. Here’s a concise guide to help you: READ MORE....

Team trucking, where two drivers operate a single truck to keep it moving nearly continuously, offers significant benefits for both drivers and companies. Below is a breakdown of why team trucking pays off, based on industry insights and operational advantages... READ MORE...

Another quarter is in the books. How is your business doing? Are you on track to making a profit? Are you behind? Do you even know? READ MORE...

Check out the first of several episodes of our new podcast series, ExpediteNOW, brought to you by Expediters Online and Jung Express. New episodes drop every other Friday... next one is set for 10/10 Find the link to Episode 1 HERE!

A friend and I recently had a conversation about how our co-drivers help us while out on the road. More specifically, we talked about women going through “the change” while also trying to be away from home. She asked me to write a blog about the subject. I only hope that this is not too personal...

When you’re an expediter, every hour your truck is parked can mean a lost load and a lost customer. Unlike other trucking jobs, expediters haul critical, time-sensitive freight, and delays ripple quickly through the supply chain. If you’ve been sidelined by an accident, the law requires you to...

Last month, Mark got a phone call that shut his business down instantly. As the owner of a small fleet, he was told by a broker that they couldn’t use his company to haul loads because the FMCSA’s SAFER database showed his authority to operate was revoked. “Impossible!” thought Mark. His...

If you’re an expediter, your truck isn’t just a vehicle; it’s your business. When you’re sidelined after an accident, the downtime hurts even more because your freight is often urgent and time sensitive. READ MORE...

For the last week we have been preparing. We are preparing for a new season in the year as well as a new season in our lives. Are you ready for a new season READ MORE...

Many of you may already know, but for those who haven’t run across this information, there are major changes coming September 30, 2025. These changes will affect how you send or receive federal tax payments or refunds. READ MORE...

All federal disbursements and receipts will transition to electronic payments by September 30, 2025. This means paper checks will no longer be accepted for tax payments. READ MORE...

I don’t know about you, but I always enjoy coming to the end of the month. Why? Because I enjoy crunching the numbers to see how we did. Last month turned out to be a very good month for us. READ MORE...

We are all creatures of habit. Our habits can be good or bad. We can choose to break bad habits and we can choose to develop good or better habits. The catalyst for changing your habits, good or bad, is entirely up to you. READ MORE...

Last week we found ourselves looking to the future. A retirement future. If the last several days are any indication, our retirement looks like a great time. READ MORE...

When your expediting van is out of service due to an accident that wasn’t your fault, sitting parked for repairs can quickly drain your income. Every day off the road means missed loads and lost opportunities. READ MORE...

Last week I talked about how the expedite business is a “hurry up and wait” type of business. This week was the wait portion of that phrase. Or was it? READ MORE...