Cargo theft is among the top concerns of truckers everywhere. After a long day of driving, trying to find safe parking and staying on top of your business operations, it can be difficult to keep securing your freight top of mind.

What is Cargo Theft?

There are two main types of cargo theft you should watch out for: hijacking and pilferage. Hijacking is when someone steals your loaded trailer and drives off with it. Pilferage, on the other hand, is when an individual or group breaks into your trailer, steals what they can carry and leaves the scene afterward.

Thousands of people join the trucking industry every year, and we’ve put together recommendations that will help you avoid some of the most common mistakes new carriers tend to make.

DOT and highway patrol want to ensure that the load you’re hauling isn’t too heavy. A load that exceeds the maximum weight can damage roads and bridges and result in fines for being overloaded. This is the main purpose for weigh stations, but they also allow each truck driver to be inspected for other issues that may prevent them from hauling safely on the road.

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Whether your fleet is small or large, truck dispatching can be time-consuming and difficult to manage. Working with a top-rated dispatching company can help you successfully navigate the dispatching process and allow you to focus on more important aspects of your business. Truck dispatchers work closely with the carrier to ensure loads are delivered to the appropriate destination at the right time. Sometimes this means that dispatchers control most of the logistical process from start to finish.

Winter is quickly approaching, which means now is the time to prepare your truck for winter safety. Cold weather can be hard on your truck’s engine and other vehicle components, which can be dangerous while you’re on the road. For those driving from a warmer climate to a cold climate, it’s important to prepare your truck for winter so you’re not left with a high maintenance bill from servicing a truck that has frozen over.

Here are 11 winter safety tips to help you begin preparations for driving during the cold season.

If you’re a truck driver, life on the road can make maintaining healthy habits challenging. Oftentimes, convenience is prioritized over health, and truck-stop snacks make up the largest section of the food pyramid. Follow the practical meal prep ideas for truck drivers below to boost your nutrition, save time and money and cultivate a healthier relationship with food.

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Why Are Diesel Fuel Prices So High?

Fuel prices for both gasoline and diesel have reached record highs, but diesel prices have surpassed gasoline by nearly $2.00/gallon. These fuel price hikes were caused in part by decades-low stockpiles and refinery outages. The war in Ukraine has also contributed significantly because of decreased access to fuel and increased demand for fuel supplied by the U.S. Gulf Coast.

How Are Diesel Prices Affecting Trucking Companies?

You don’t need to wait a month or two (sometimes three) to get paid for a load. You have options. Depending on your needs and the needs of your company, you can opt to use quick pay on specific loads or freight factoring on all (or some) loads. They both help you get paid quickly after each load for the things your trucking company and drivers need, but they do this in different ways.

Common reasons trucking companies need faster, more reliable payment: