owner operators
Trucking Employment Contracts and the Terms That Matter Before You Sign
The amount a trucking company advertises doesn't always tell a driver what they'll actually earn. Employment agreements, independent-contractor contracts, and equipment leases can...
The Most Unusual Things Ever Built into a Working Semi-Truck
Custom semi-truck sleepers have become increasingly elaborate, with some incorporating features that go well beyond conventional living quarters. A few particularly ambitious builds...
OOIDA Expands Life and Health Coverage to Moving and Storage Operations
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has expanded its Life and Health Department offerings to include moving and storage operations, adding another segment of...
Spot Freight Rates Split as Diesel Costs Ease
Dry van and flatbed rates moved higher in late September, while refrigerated freight saw another weekly decline. The latest spot market report shows...
Roehl Transport Announces Second Driver Pay Increase of 2026, Pushing Top Driver Earnings Well Beyond $100,000
September 17, 2026 (Marshfield, WI) -- Roehl Transport announced its second truck driver pay increase this year, a move that will position Roehl's...
Truck Drivers Can Nominate Their Fleet for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For
Nominations are open for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For program, allowing truck drivers and independent contractors to recognize the carriers they...
Landstar Recognizes Drivers for Reaching Major Safe Driving Milestones
Landstar System recently recognized independent owner-operators for outstanding safety achievements during its 2026 BCO All-Star Celebration in Orlando, Florida, honoring drivers who have...
Life After the Highway for Retired Semi Trucks
Not every semi truck reaches the end of its working life because of age or mechanical problems. Many trucks leave large fleets while...
Shell Rotella SuperRigs Brings Working Trucks to Bristol June 25-27
Owner-operators from across the United States and Canada will soon be heading to Tennessee for one of the most recognized truck shows in...
Freightliner Cascadia Vs Volvo VNL: Full Comparison Guide for Truck Drivers
The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL are two of the most recognizable trucks on North American highways. Both are commonly used for regional...
