If you have been trucking for long at all, you probably have run into a situation like this: You have driven your full shift for the day, and it is time for you to pull over and go to sleep. You look for spaces at the nearest truck stop, but they are all full. You…
After decades as a truck driver, I have received countless questions about my occupation. One of the ones I get asked the most is how much I make, or how much it is possible to make. Truck driving can be a lucrative profession, especially if you stay in it for the long haul (pun intended)….
The question of whether truck drivers can carry guns is a complex one, with a variety of factors to consider. While there is no federal law specifically prohibiting truck drivers from carrying firearms, individual state laws and regulations, as well as trucking company policies, can determine whether or not a driver is allowed to have…
Truckers often dream of the day when they can purchase their own commercial truck and become independent contractors or better, owner-operators. However, commercial vehicles are not cheap, which is why many truckers continue to lease vehicles from their employers. In fact, trucks cost much more than their initial asking price, but the advantages to ownership…
Cargo insurance is a critical aspect for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those involved in the shipment of goods by truck, air, and sea. It offers financial protection and peace of mind by covering damages or losses to the cargo while in transit. For companies involved in the supply chain, understanding cargo insurance costs…
If you want to operate a commercial truck in California, you’ll need to meet certain insurance requirements. Requirements for California truck insurance will depend on a few factors, including what you’re hauling and the type of vehicle you’re operating. Whether you plan to operate interstate or intrastate, it’s important to understand the types of coverage…
If you drive a semi-truck or operate a company that hauls freight, trucking insurance is necessary to meet legal requirements and to protect yourself and your business. In this post, we will introduce you to the best commercial trucking insurance companies. But before we do, let’s discuss who needs to purchase trucking insurance and what…
In the trucking industry, it’s common for drivers to haul trailers that aren’t owned by themselves or their employers. When hauling a non-owned trailer, it’s important to ensure that you have the right type of insurance coverage and enough of it to cover liability and damage. You may assume that non-owned trailer coverage would be…
Colonial Insurance is one of only a handful of US companies that specializes in trucking insurance policies. They help fleet owners, owner operators and others in the trucking industry build the best policies to meet their needs and budgets. The company has an advantage over other commercial auto insurance providers because their staff has a…
Truck cargo insurance protects your business. The heart of every trucker’s haul is the cargo that they carefully transport from loading centers to terminals around the world. When damage or theft occurs, your business’s reputation is on the line. What happens if vital goods are stolen or damaged during transport? You’ll want to ensure that…
