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Discover the ins and outs of the Amazon Relay Load Board with this beginner's guide for truck drivers. Learn how to get started, navigate the platform, book loads efficiently, and maximize your earnings.

October 31, 2024

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Navigating the Amazon Relay Load Board: A Beginner’s Guide for Truck Drivers

If you’re a truck driver eager to work independently or explore new opportunities, Amazon Relay can be a game-changer. The Amazon Relay Load Board ...

schneider owner operater truck pulling schneider trailer .Schneider’s upgraded FreightPower® platform is opening new doors for owner-operators by offering expanded freight access, advanced features, and improved trip planning, driving greater efficiency and productivity.

October 28, 2024

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Schneider’s Platform Opens Exciting New Doors for Owner-Operators

Schneider National recently revealed an upgraded platform to boost freight access for drivers and operators, as detailed in a recent company press release. Known ...

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October 14, 2024

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Retirement Planning Guide for Truck Drivers

Planning for retirement presents unique hurdles for truck drivers due to their demanding jobs. Factors like irregular work hours, variable income, and less access ...

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June 6, 2024

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Survey Highlights Optimism Among Owner-Operators and Small Fleets Regarding Future Demand

A survey by Bloomberg and Truckstop reveals that while the truckload spot market saw improvements in Q1, concerns remain. Business Intelligence analyst Lee Klaskow ...

June 5, 2024

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Small Businesses Face 50% Hike in Hazardous Materials Registration Fees Under New Proposals

Carriers handling hazardous materials may face higher rates under the federal registration and fee assessment program. According to a notice published in the Federal ...

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May 14, 2024

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Spot Market Looking Up for Owner Operators

A recent survey conducted by Bloomberg and the Truckstop load board gathered insights from owner-operators and small fleets. The survey, drawing responses from owner-operators ...

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March 21, 2024

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Newest Update on Trucking Industry’s AB 5 Law

A California judge delivered a verdict on Friday, March 15, rebuffing the trucking industry’s attempt to halt California’s enforcement of its stringent AB 5 ...

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January 16, 2024

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Independent Contractors Classified as Employees Under New Rule, Industry Stakeholders Push Back

The current administration has embraced a new federal rule compelling businesses to reassess independent contractors as employees, a decision met with concern from the ...

December 14, 2023

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Empowering Independent Truck Drivers Through Commercial Trucking Insurance

For generations, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has stood as a cornerstone for the trucking industry and for professional drivers. Beyond its place ...

May 31, 2023

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Coalition for Independent Truckers Launches Program to Protect Driver Status

The Coalition for Independent Truckers launched its new ambassador program aimed at training and recruiting independent drivers to serve as industry representatives. These ambassadors ...