An accident is the worst possible outcome for a truck driver, and fatality wrecks are every trucker’s nightmare. Unfortunately, research reveals that big rig collisions that result in death have risen sharply in recent years. Specifically, the National Highway Safety Traffic Safety Administration reports that semi-truck fatality wrecks are up by 13%. This alarming statistic … Continue reading “Fatality Wrecks with Big Rigs Up 13%”
There has been plenty of discussions about a proper review of AB-5 and what the law entails for gig workers. The bill that the legislature passed in 2019 has made plenty of waves throughout the gig industry. You may think of musicians when you hear the word “gig,”. However, this term describes a type of … Continue reading “General Advises Supreme Court Reject Review of AB-5”
Many factors can influence a trucking company’s profit margins and what expenses they can afford on a daily basis. There are certain factors to consider, especially what truckers can control. You can’t control the weather, the whims of a client, or a supply chain disruption — but you can manage your maintenance practices, recruiting methods, … Continue reading “How To Improve Your Trucking Business Profit Margins Part 2”
Your trucking business profit margins often depend on a speedy, efficient, and cost-effective fleet to help you succeed. When supply chain delays or a national trucker shortage slows things down, how can businesses maintain profits — much less increase them? Trucking Business Profit Margins Trucking business profit margins are indeed delicate, but several steps can … Continue reading “How To Improve Your Trucking Business Profit Margins Part 1”
Trucker work environment and sustainability initiatives in 2022 will alter the trucking industry for the better. Better work environments and sustainability practices have never been more apparent. Additionally, the trucker work environment and sustainability initiatives in 2022 will cut down on pollution. The trucking industry is a huge source of air pollution, and recent reports spotlight widespread … Continue reading “Trucker Work Environment and Sustainability Initiatives for 2022 (Part 2)”
Trucker work environment and sustainability initiatives are on the table, and the industry is adapting in 2022. Many industries have faced pressure to improve sustainability, reduce carbon emissions, and adopt eco-friendly practices in the last few decades. Likewise, the trucking industry is no exception, and there’s been increased scrutiny directed toward its role in climate … Continue reading “Trucker Work Environment & Sustainability Initiatives for 2022 (Part 1)”
Under the California Assembly Bill 5, the state of California attempted to regulate the use of gig workers. This gig worker bill went into effect on January 1, 2020, requiring companies to use independent contractors to reclassify these employees. Drivers for app-based ridesharing and delivery services escaped this provision due to Proposition 22. However, the … Continue reading “Update on AB-5: What it Means for Trucking in CA”
You can’t turn on the news without hearing stories about rising prices. Part of the reason for the sharp increase in the cost of goods is skyrocketing diesel prices. As everyone in the trucking industry knows, when the cost of transporting goods goes up, the price of goods goes up. However, trucking operators can’t always … Continue reading “Diesel Prices Skyrocket 58%”
A new set of standards established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration went into effect on February 7th, 2022. When the changes were announced in 2021, many trucking companies were understandably anxious about the impact on their business. It’s become increasingly clear, though, that these changes will have a minimal impact on trucking regulations. … Continue reading “Addressing the New Rules for New Drivers”
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual pay for tractor-trailer truck drivers is about $47,000. These wages may be paid based on a variety of compensation structures, though. Some companies pay truckers by the hour, and others pay based on mileage. This inconsistency means that wages can be difficult to predict, … Continue reading “Rethinking Truck Driver Compensation Plans”
