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The normal way of doing business in Ag hauling leaves profits behind with every load. The solution may be simpler than you think, and it's already being used by Ag haulers across the country.

Running a trucking business is more than just hitting the road and hauling freight—it’s about making every mile count. Whether you're an owner-operator or managing a fleet, understanding your cost .

When it comes to trucking, one rule of thumb that remains constant is "be prepared." Among the numerous documents that help a truck driver stay prepared on the road, the Department of Transportation .

In the trucking industry, minimizing downtime and ensuring safe and reliable performance of your fleet is crucial. One of the most effective ways to achieve these goals is by implementing a .

Fleet utilization is a critical factor in the success of motor carriers, impacting efficiency, cost control, and overall profitability. Fleet utilization refers to the process of maximizing the use .

Geofencing has been used in logistics for years. As the technology becomes cheaper and more widespread, small carriers can use the same tools that mega carriers have been using to grow their .

Scaling trucks has been a part of trucking since the mid-20th century, with weight restrictions going back to the very beginning of the industry before scales existed that could weigh an entire .

Over the years, as trucks have become more sophisticated, so have their onboard communication systems. The Controller Area Network (CAN) bus monitors and controls almost every aspect of a truck today .

Double brokering can be a shady practice in the logistics industry that occurs when a shipment gets hauled by an unauthorized carrier that was not originally intended to carry the load. There are .

The trucking industry in one of the most competitive industries in the market today. There are over 4.5 million trucks on the road and over 85% of carriers in the industry belongs to owner/operations .

You want to get the most out of your fleet vehicles, avoid unscheduled downtime, and keep them as long as possible. Here are some tips on how to lengthen the longevity of your vehicles and avoiding .

As consumers and brands grow more environmentally conscious, carriers and fleets may wonder how they can contribute by considering green logistics. But what exactly is green logistics and why is it .

There isn't much worse than not getting value out of something you've paid for and are required by law to have. When the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate was implemented it left truck drivers .

John hauls corn and soybeans and can't imagine doing anything else. Although the work is tedious and exhausting, he's motivated to find something for his company that will help streamline some of the .

With the trucking industry projected to grow through the rest of the decade¹, so will the need for secure and easy ways to manage them.