The way we travel is changing. Lockdowns and the effects of the pandemic have bumped up demand for RVs and travel trailers. RVs allow you to travel without the need to stay at hotels or deal with crowds. With more people buying and traveling with RVs, demand for RV mover jobs has increased significantly. But…
TFI International announced earlier in the year that it was acquiring UPS Freight in an $800 million deal. About 90% of the acquired business will operate under TFI’s LTL business under a new name: TForce Freight. The acquisition gives TFI International access to one of the largest LTL networks in North America. What You Need…
Want to start freight broker training or are a trucker who wants to get off of the road? Learning how to become a freight broker can lead to you sitting behind a desk, directing freight all over the United States. If you understand the trucking industry and want to enter a rapidly growing field, there’s…
Gig work isn’t a new concept for truckers. Long before this work trend got its name, truckers were operating independently as owner operators. They’re used to dealing with brokers and logistics companies. After all, they are their lifeline. It was only a matter of time before big tech made its way into trucking. With the…
Since its founding in the 1950s, Schwan’s has grown from a humble ice cream delivery service to one of the nation’s largest food delivery company. Today, Schwan’s, still a private operation, has more than 7,500 employees and generates billions of dollars in revenue. We get many retired CDL drivers that miss the road that end…
Grain hauling jobs are a major part of rural life in the United States. Grain silos and farms need supplies, and a grain hauler can be seen driving between farms all throughout the Midwest, although hauling can be anywhere in the U.S. “America’s Breadbasket,” or the Midwest, requires grain truck drivers to keep the population…
After serving in the military, many Veterans enter the trucking industry. Those who served in a transportation capacity have a unique advantage. Many already possess the experience and skill to transition smoothly into a civilian trucking career. Some trucking companies are more military-friendly than others. We’re going to take a closer look at the best…
A Motor Transport Operator 88M plays a crucial role in the U.S. Army’s transportation and logistics unit. From heavy-duty trucks to all-terrain vehicles, motor transport operators are responsible for operating a wide range of vehicles in a variety of conditions. The Army owns and operates more than 50,000 vehicles, including semi-tractor trailers, water/fuel tanks, passenger…
In a broad sense, a common carrier is any person or company that hauls cargo, people and/or livestock. From trains to airplanes, taxis, cruise ships and big rigs, common carriers are everywhere. In the trucking industry, common carriers are used to transport a variety of goods. These companies serve a wide range of customers. Common…
Life on the road can be tough for truckers. Traditionally, long haul truckers spent their days on the road and their nights crammed in a tiny sleeper cab with just enough room to sleep. Today, long haulers enjoy bigger sleeper cabs even in conventional trucks. With trends like van and RV living fueling the desire…
