IFTA the Fast Way: IFTA Forms Upgrade Now Available
Estelle and Leon have been on the road for a few years, and alternated sweating out the IFTA tax forms. She’d do them one quarter and he’d check them, and the next quarter, they’d switch. Let’s just say that one of them is not so good at...
NEW Quickbooks and TruckingOffice Together
We get asked – a lot – how to use TruckingOffice with Quickbooks. Until now, there simply wasn’t a good answer for them – and we lost a fair bit of sales because of it. For us, TruckingOffice did just about everything that an...How EPA/NHTSA Mandates Affect You, and How Trucking Software Can Help
Our trucking software can help you to run your business more efficiently, removing waste and enhancing your bottom line. That’s more important than ever, if the concerns many have about new EPA/NHTSA regulations are true. What the Government Wants to Do The...Why is record-keeping important? IFTA Audit
Two words why you need to be keeping a close eye on your record-keeping: IFTA audit. It’s pretty easy to let numbers slide. Some people don’t fill out the monthly reports, don’t keep the old decals (did you know you need to keep those for 4 years?)...Last Minute Gift For Your Trucker
How Hard Is It to Buy for Your Trucker? (We know! We’re in the same boat!) Looking for a last minute gift for the trucker in your life? Want a gift that isn’t just something for the day or two, but the trucker will use every day for the next year?...How Owner Operator Trucking Software Helps You Compete
Want to know how our owner operator trucking software can help your business? Big companies had the resources to develop software that was dedicated to the specific need of a trucking company. They knew what they needed and could pay the programmers to build it....Will Your Trucking Software Grow With You?
If you’re thinking about expanding your owner-operator business, here’s why you should be looking closely at your software choices now. Getting caught in a spreadsheet based software like Excel or Google Docs spreadsheets might be manageable now… but...Santa Trucker and the LTL Sleigh
Bill has a problem. Bill has grandkids and his wife thinks she’s Mrs. Claus. With the holiday’s interruptions, his billing is going down faster than old St. Nick down the chimney. It’s the end of the year and his regular lane is going to be half the usual load. Bill...Happy Thanksgiving – Thanks to Truckers
How did that cranberry sauce get on your table? If you’re not in New England, it’s a good bet that a trucker brought it to the store. Even if you are in New England, a trucker delivered to the store. The entire meal is probably thanks to truckers....See How Easily You Can Thank Your Truck Drivers
I ran a fleet of trucks for a few years. Had a pretty good crew of guys working for me. And appreciated the ways they built my business. Fleet managers have a tough job – they have to maintain that “professional” distance but they want to have a...Do You Make This Customer Appreciation Mistake?
Owner-operators have the biggest challenge in trucking, as far as I’m concerned. When I was driving for a trucking company, I was told where I was going and what I was picking up and where to take it. I didn’t have to worry about IFTA filings, getting...The Secret of Truck Parking and Why You Should Be Worried
I hear truckers say they can’t find a safe place to stop for their rest breaks and I totally get it. It seems that sometimes people want their goods but don’t care about how they get there – unless there’s a big accident with a fatigued...The Tool Most Truckers Don’t Use Enough
What tool do you use the most in your trucking business? Your smartphone is your best tool. There are plenty of great tools out there that you could say revolutionized trucking, but I think the smartphone has changed the trucker’s life in a lot of positive ways....Speed Up Your Billing With Your Smartphone or Tablet
Truck drivers are discovering the benefits of sending the customers pictures of bills of lading to confirm delivery. A quick snapshot with a smart camera or tablet and email to the customer’s office and the payments arrive quicker than relying on snail mail....Starting an Owner Operator Trucking Business: Our Solutions Make It Easier
Our software makes every aspect of starting your owner operator trucking business easier. If you’re serious about succeeding in the highly competitive world of professional driving, then you need TruckingOffice in your corner. Three ways we can give you an edge over...Starting an Owner Operator Trucking Business: 7 Things You Need to Do Before You Launch
The key to a successful owner operator trucking business is preparation. While this may seem obvious, it’s amazing how often people overlook some of the most important steps in the process. So here are seven tips to keep in mind that will help to ensure your success:...3 Good Reasons to Go to GATS
The year has flown by. It is cliche to say, but it feels like yesterday that we were flying down to the Greatest American Truck Show for 2014. I like going to trade shows like GATS. It’s great to meet you and learn what you’re doing and how we can help...4 Must-Have Features of Owner Operator Trucking Software
Not all owner operator trucking software is worthy of your hard-earned money. To earn its pay, it must offer the features you need for success. These should include: Features designed by truckers for truckers. As you probably already know, there are plenty of good,...7 Steps to Starting an Owner Operator Trucking Business
If you are thinking about starting an owner-operator trucking business, you’re probably wondering about the details: 1. how much owner-operators make 2. how you should go about getting started. Self-employed truckers stand to make a good salary and becoming an...30 Day Free Chance to Finish Your IFTA
We know you can sign up for our free 30 day trial to do your IFTA report for free. We want you to. We believe that if you take the time to enter a quarter’s worth of loads, you’ll find our IFTA report is worth every penny that you’ll pay for in the...Get Organized WITH Your IFTA!
Get Organized WITH Your IFTA! Every year, I thought the same thing – I need to be ready for the IFTA. I’d do everything I could think of to get organized and ready for it. Every year, I’d find something else that could go wrong and I’d spend a couple of days wondering...
Bookkeeping for Truck Drivers: 6 Smart Tips
Every owner-operator needs to understand bookkeeping for truck drivers. Sounds intimidating, right? If you’re like most people, bookkeeping sounds complicated. Is it better to hire a bookkeeper or accountant, rather than risk doing your accounts wrong? Some...Organization – Paper or Electronic Copy?
It would be a nightmare if I’d gotten this call before we started TruckingOffice. A bill that’s almost 6 months overdue is being contested because they claim they hadn’t gotten the bill of lading. In the old days, first I would have had to go through my spreadsheets...
How to Do Fuel Taxes: Tips for Truckers
If you’re trying to figure out how to do fuel taxes, then you’re not alone. Giving the government its due can be one of the biggest headaches in an owner-operator’s job. The good news is that, with TruckingOffice PRO trucking software, this quarterly IFTA chore is...Trucking Software for Owner Operators: Just One Tool for Success
Trucking software for owner operators is a must-have for modern transportation professionals. If you’re a company driver, or just someone interested in becoming a trucker, then now is a great time to join the ranks of self-employed truckers. Before you take the leap,...See Why You’ll Love Our IFTA Reporting Tools
One of the greatest advantages of TruckingOffice is its powerful IFTA reporting tools. With the April 30th filing deadline just around the corner, now is the time to find out why TruckingOffice is the industry leader when it comes to giving truckers the tools they...Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky
There’s nothing like a good truck show. Look the new show trucks, walk around the miles of displays about products and catching up with old friends – is there a better way to spend a weekend? I always enjoy going to the truck shows, not just to promote TruckingOffice...Owner Operator Organization Tips
As an owner operator, you’re responsible for all of your paperwork and compliance to all the laws. I found I could get snowed under really quickly if I didn’t take care of my paperwork. If I didn’t do it after every load, I at least had to do it...Trucking Industry News for 2015
Here at TruckingOffice, we’re always trying to provide our blog readers with useful information. With that in mind, here are some interesting tidbits we spotted in recent trucking industry news. Natural Gas Trucks Just Keep Rolling Along A new report from Navigant...Taxes Ahead – Trucker Tax Referral
Dave is a brand new trucker – just started on the road last November. It’s been a good job for him. He got a route from a local potato chip company that let him come home every night to his wife Maureen and kids. It’s the new year, and Maureen is...Choosing the Best Trucking Company Software
So you’ve decided to take your driving career to the next level by becoming an owner-operator. Congratulations! You’ll enjoy greater income opportunities and the chance to be your own boss. Of course, you’ll also have a ton of new responsibilities to deal with....
Federal DOT Regulations: Recent Changes to Hours of Service
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is an agency of the Department of Transportation (DOT). They regulate the number of hours truck drivers can spend driving per day. The agency also regulates the total number of hours truck drivers can drive in a...5 Things to Look for When Choosing Fuel Tax Software
Having the right fuel tax software can make filling out IFTA reports a simple matter, but not all trucking programs offer the same features or capabilities. So here are some things to look for when making this all-important choice: Cloud-based secure storage for your...Recent Changes to Federal DOT Regulations on HoS
Recent changes in federal DOT regulations have transformed the old rules regarding hours of service for professional drivers. Understanding the new mandates is important for all truckers. So here’s a breakdown ofhow they’ve changed the game in the transportation...The Driver Logbook: Key to Accident Investigations
To understand just how important an accurate driver logbook is to your company’s future, consider the following true story: On July 21, 2014, a semi driven by a trucker named Francisco Espinal Quiroz was going down I-55 southwest of Chicago when it collided with a...How to Choose the Right Transportation Management Software
Jackie Bradley massaged her temples, grimacing as she felt a wave of pain course through her skull. She leaned back in her chair and rubbed her eyes. Her husband, noticing the worn look on her face, came over to her and put his arm around her shoulders. “Another...Trucking Industry Trends for November 2014
Technology continues to drive new trucking industry trends as 2014 draws to a close. For tomorrow’s truckers, this holds the promise of trucks that are more comfortable and easier to drive. For fleet owners and managers, the new methods promise fuel savings and...Five Trucking Industry News Briefs
Part of being a transportation professional is keeping up with the latest trends and developments in the industry. So, with that in mind, here are five trucking industry news briefs: Hiring Remains Strong According to a report released August 1, 2014, freight...How the Electronic Driver Logbook Improves Safety
The electronic driver logbook has revolutionized how drivers log their work time. Here are some of the ways this innovation is making America’s roads safer: The electronic driver logbook reduces the amount of work drivers must do when recording their activities. In...Free Load Profit Calculator for Truckers
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