by TruckingOffice | Jan 6, 2020 | IFTA, IFTA Filing, IRP, Trucking Software
Just getting started in your new owner-operator trucking business? Welcome to the world of logistics and transportation! There’s a lot to learn when you own your own business and one of the first lessons is taxes. IFTA taxes. IRP taxes. That’s why...
by TruckingOffice | Jan 5, 2020 | DOT Rules and Regulations
Before you can effectively avoid DOT violations, you need to know what constitutes a violation and why DOT standards are so rigid. The great news is that when you put forth the effort to ensure compliance with their regulations, you become a safer driver. ...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 30, 2019 | ELD, Trucking Management Software
When you think of trucking, you naturally think of driving. Trucking is a great job that can be relaxing if you like to drive and also pays fairly well. You may not think you have to do much besides drive, but any truck driver will tell you that the...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 23, 2019 | ELD, Electronic Logging Device
The advent of new technology has introduced ELDs or electronic logging devices in the trucking industry. As a result, most truckers are now implementing these devices in a bid to harness their varied benefits. But, the primary one is that ELD connectivity helps...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 16, 2019 | ELD, Electronic Logging Device
One of the most important parts of owning an ELD is understanding how to remain compliant with the FMCSA. Initially, after the “Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century” bill was passed in 2012, trucking companies had until 2017 to implement an ELD. Its purpose...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 13, 2019 | Trucking Management Software
When getting started, many newbies think that succeeding in the trucking industry is going to be a breeze. But, barely a few months into the business, they quickly learn that maintaining a fleet of trucks is no easy feat. Performing nearly immeasurable tasks –...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 9, 2019 | Trucking Management Software
You may be looking for answers about TMS software, “What is it, and how can I benefit from this technology? Will it help me save time and money? Can TMS software make my job easier?” The answer to all these questions is “Yes!” Trucking Management Software...
by TruckingOffice | Dec 2, 2019 | Fleet Management, IRP, Owner Operator
The International Registration Plan is a registration reciprocity agreement. It exists among the 48 contiguous United States, the District of Columbia, and 10 Canadian provinces. Also known as IRP, the program facilitates the registration and operation of interstate...
by TruckingOffice | Nov 25, 2019 | DOT Rules and Regulations
If you have (or are beginning to have) interest in the trucking business, you probably know about the annual DOT inspection. The Department of Transportation does this inspection. It’s often done on all commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) weighing 10,001 pounds, and...
by TruckingOffice | Nov 22, 2019 | Trucking Software
If you have (or are beginning to have) interest in the trucking business, you probably know about the annual DOT inspection. The Department of Transportation does this inspection. It’s typically done on all commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) weighing 10,001 pounds, and...
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