Referring to expedite as “the Band-Aid” to the trucking industry may have, at one time, been the best way to describe what it is and why it’s so important to logistics management. Or explaining to a career over-the-roader that the term “expedite” signals that the freight is time-sensitive, and it must be delivered with haste, was also often used in an attempt to drive the point home. When a driver has spent all, or the majority, of their career in an over-the-road c...

So, you’ve decided to become an owner operator. Okay, now what? In today’s society and job market, if you’ve been paying attention to what’s going on around you, you may have noticed a change in how people are making a living. Oh sure, the tried-and-true method of working a job for someone else in order to provide a living for yourself and/or your family still exists, and that model continues to thrive. But becoming a TikTok or YouTube sensation (social media influenc...

So, we’ve closed out 2024 and ushered in a new year. 2025 seems as good a time as any to evaluate some basic truck care necessities. Specifically, taking proper care of your tires. Especially since we’ve hit the coldest and snowiest months of the season, it’s an excellent idea to be properly prepared for what weather comes your way. Commercial truck drivers, by regulatory standards, are required to physically inspect their tires at the beginning and end of a driving sh...

In the transportation industry, honesty is a door that swings both ways. Not only are drivers seeking employment and expecting a straight-up recruiter to give them the honest scoop on what to anticipate with a potential company, there is also a certain level of honesty that recruiters require out of potential driving candidates as well. And as long as we’re being honest here, both sides could certainly learn a thing or two from the other. Don’t Sell Me A Story A recruiter...

Most people make resolutions to mark the beginning of a new year. And, most folks also tend to break their resolutions within the first months of the new year as well. Precisely why I don’t like to make resolutions, I prefer to set goals. This past year, I set three goals for 2024 and was able to achieve one of them. So, with a freshly new 2025 upon us, I’ve rolled over the previous two goals that went unaccomplished and I’ve added a new one. Let’s see how this year p...

From the team at ExpeditersOnline.com, we’d like to take a few moments to pause and reflect on how the years may seem to endlessly advance but the base formula for expedited gift shopping and giving remains unchanged. During the holidays, many in the truck driving community that we love and hold dear are busy working to help maintain an economy that is largely based on buying and selling. Most folks don’t typically consider much beyond the customary exchanging of funds in...

Online trucking forums are a great place for career truck drivers, and potential newcomers to the industry, to converse with others in an effort to share information. After all, that’s why the internet was invented. Right? These forums are commonly used for asking questions, finding answers, and discussing industry news and topics. If you’re looking for a place where you can directly communicate with trucking professionals, then check out the following insightful forums. ...

We’ve been over this several times already. But, since it bears repeating, let’s go over it one more time for those who might’ve missed the message the first half-dozen times! The winter weather and holiday seasons are now squarely upon us, which makes today the perfect time to reevaluate your preparations for yourself and your truck.  The following are some popular winterizing methods to consider for you and your machine before heading out and dealing with this season...

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) recently presented Tracy Rushing, Executive Director of Safety and Recruiting at RE Garrison Trucking, Inc. with the 2024 Influential Woman in Trucking award. This yearly award is sponsored by Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) and recognizes the achievements of female role models and trailblazers within the trucking industry. This is the 14th year for the award which was developed in 2010 to recognize female leaders and to attract and ...

Once again, like clockwork, it’s that time of year when we head out into the shops and stores in search of the best possible gifts for the ones we love. It’s the holiday season, after all! And whether you prefer to do your spending whilst braving the wilds of malls and department stores on Black Friday, or you’ve adopted the far less stressful route of online present pursuance, I figured it might be nice to share some ideas for gift considerations. I’ve always appreci...