Did I Make Money or Not?
When I started my trucking career as an owner/operator, I worked on the accounting system that made sense to me. If the money was in my bank, then I was good. I never counted my billable income until it was in my pocket. This is called the Cash Accounting Method....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...
Filling Out Your IFTA Reports: What You’ll Need
Filling out and filing your IFTA reports is easier when you have all the necessary documents close at hand. So here’s a list of the forms that you’ll need: Mileage records for all of your commercial vehicles, including total miles traveled and the number of miles...Automatic Invoicing Feature Now Available In TruckingOffice
This week we deployed a few small bug fixes and made a small change to the invoicing process. We had some users that were having trouble with the invoicing pages when you add all shippers/consignees to the invoice. The page wasn’t showing all of the checkboxes...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...Automate Your Business with Truck Dispatch Software
Truck dispatch software can transform your business, making it possible to operate more smoothly, efficiently, and profitably than ever before. Plus, with TruckingOffice’s cloud-based programs, you can enjoy greater security and peace of mind. Here are some of the...
IRP State Mileage Report
Once a year, every truck has to get a new license plate. If you’re an owner-operator with a single vehicle, it’s an annual expense that you have some time to prepare for. But the paperwork headache is still a bear. For the small fleet owner or manager, this can be...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...Free Load Profit Calculator for Truckers
How To Get Your Own Trucking Authority
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