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Take the time to set yourself up to be a winner. Set up spreadsheets - file folders - financial categories - a place to keep receipts (in the truck) Each day our trucking business creates some type of receipt that if not taken care of properly means one less tax deduction. Figure out a method...

Good-Bye to 2021 and bring in the New Year Twenty-Twenty changed all of our lives and twenty twenty-one was not any better. Our topsy-turvy world continued on with all of learning to cope and get on with our lives. Looking back on the past two years as life-changers in good and bad ways...

You were stopped at an intersection when a bad driver slammed into the back of your rig. Your custom aluminum trailer was severely damaged. Now that person’s insurance says that their insured was not liable for the accident. You should have taken evasive action. The whole thing is ridiculous...

How often are we seeing signs for road construction up ahead and yet nothing. It is no wonder that very few drivers pay attention to road construction signs or the one that makes me laugh “speed limits WILL be enforced in road construction” as vehicles buzz by me at the normal posted speed...

I have encountered many people over the years that think trucking is a non stop vacation, that could not be further from the truth. Sure it can allow you to see large portions of the country, but many times it is just seeing it pass by on the interstates and highways... READ MORE...

If you have been through Palmdale, California I am sure you have seen this awesome billboard... READ MORE

Recently we took a much-needed vacation and I decided to put my phone down and enjoy my surroundings. I noticed several things immediately and how much of a habit it has become the minute I stop, sit, or stand, I pick up my phone often not caring what is going on around me. READ MORE...

The very best feature of this museum located in Ocala, Florida is there is room to park a tractor-trailer or a straight truck. Once parked head into the drag racing museum and take your time. The museum is spotless and does not smell of old cars. It is well lit and well maintained... READ MORE...

As we near the end of 2021 and thoughts of year end bookkeeping are on the minds of many, don’t miss out on the additional tax deduction for truck drivers. READ MORE...

Luckily as team drivers, Bob and I have totally different sleep patterns. As the sun goes down so do I and if I look outside and I see that it is dark I tend to get a little dramatic over the perceived time.... READ MORE...

Downtime can be the Grinch that steals your income, especially during your high season. Learn more about special considerations and how to protect yourself. Some small trucking businesses are fortunate to have dedicated runs and haul very consistent loads week in and week out. However, most...

You may have seen the news about rear impact guards on trailers now being a part of the annual inspections. While most expediters tend to drive straight trucks and cargo vans, this new inspection does not only pertain to trailers. Sure, cargo and sprinter type vans are not affected by this, but...

Texas is an easy going dog. When Texas first joined us in the truck almost five years ago as an eight-week-old puppy we knew we had a good one. Never once did she go potty in the truck and she played with her toys and was not a chewer... READ MORE...

For a leased owner operator, changing carriers can be a challenge. Deciding to make a change will sometimes be the most difficult part. Finding a new carrier to lease onto can be time consuming and expensive. If you choose too quickly, you could make a big mistake and have to repeat the process...

Before we had a sink in the truck I cooked on the floor. Not something you see many do while at home. Truck drivers who live in a small space for most of their time doing what they have to when they want a home-cooked meal. When we bought our first sleeper that had a sink it was awesome! Set...

This business is in Pearblossom, CA along Highway 138 and is easy to miss. Unlike most trees, it will take the cactus years to outgrow the notch in the roof. Saguaro cacti are slow-growing and can live up to 200 years. It may weigh up to 6 tons and be as tall as 50 feet... READ MORE...

My love of Disney is well known and some think it is all about the mouse. In truth, it is all about the philosophy of Disney to provide customer satisfaction. Our first goal is to figure out who our customer is and in our current situation our customer is the agent who gave us the load and...

We see bad drivers everyday. Well, we see other drivers, cars and trucks, that we consider bad drivers. People making what we consider dangerous maneuvers on the road, driving erratically or distracted driving. We see other drivers holding up the left lane on the interstate, using it as a...

Our tiny home (sleeper) allows us to have a comfortable lifestyle while on the road from two to four months at a time. Many people ask us how we can stay away from home for months and still stay married. In our over twenty years on the road, we have enjoyed ourselves and each truck and sleeper...

When there’s a will, there’s a way. Cutting out expenses or keeping expenses as low as possible should be the goal of everyone. One of those expenses is showers and while the truck stops still have perks, use them. Depending on how often you need to get fuel will dictate your free showers...