One of the great debates within the realm of owner-operators is whether to buy an older truck or a newer truck. That may sound like an obvious decision to some but when you actually look at the deeper issues that spark this debate you begin to see where the [...]
The history of the trucking industry is one that is far too often overlooked. If you look around at the things that impact your everyday life you will quickly see that all of it at one point or another required the trucking industry to get where it needed to go. [...]
A History of Factoring Freight Broker The concept of factoring is thought to trace back thousands of years to ancient Mesopotamia. For some this history may be surprising, however, if you know the history of this region, they were believed to be responsible for advancement in many of [...]
Three Questions that Owner Operators Need to Ask About Trucking Insurance Insurance is a necessity to any operating trucking company. Without it, you cannot be on the road making a profit for your business. That is why it’s essential to be knowledgeable on everything from how to budget for your [...]
Client Success Story: Frankie and LeAnn, F&L Trucking From a Dodge pick-up truck with a gooseneck trailer to a premium 2014 Freightliner Cascadia, F&L Trucking company’s success story basically writes itself. Frankie and LeAnn, owners of F&L Trucking had just received their authority in December 2013, when they decided to partner with [...]
Must-Haves for the Moving Trucker At TAFS, we not only want drivers to be successful, but we want them to enjoy their time out on the road. Here are a few must-have items every trucker should have in their cab; just to make life a little easier and the [...]
Reflect & Refresh Out on the Road Beat the OTR Blues We have all been there. That time toward the end of the work day when you just feel drained. You feel exhausted, sleepy and no pun intended, “out of fuel.” Setting aside a time each day to clear [...]
TAFS had the opportunity to interview trucking dynamic duo and high school sweethearts, John and Cindy on how they have successfully owned and operated Bugging Bear Trucking for 21 years. Through driving school and co-piloting a dry van for countless miles, they share their top secrets on how to make it [...]
Holiday Gifts For Your Trucker 'Tis the season of giving, and with the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to decide what gifts to bestow upon your friends and family. Instead of taking the easy route and gifting a generic gift card, why not give the trucker in your [...]
Get Fit Over the Road Making fitness a priority when you’re on the road can feel like a challenge. Between driving long hours and minimum breaks, it can seem daunting to commit to a new health regimen. But as we enter into a new year, maybe it’s time to make [...]