Mar 29, 2025 | Start a Business, Career Growth, Money & Compliance, Trucking Insights
One of the fastest ways to fail in trucking is to keep moving freight without understanding what it actually costs to run your truck. Many new owner-operators assume that if they’re rolling, they’re making money. But as Hoyt Moore explained in Episode 5 of the Miles...
Mar 28, 2025 | Money & Compliance, Start a Business, Trucking Insights
Getting paid fast is a priority for any trucking company, especially when you’re still finding your footing. But when it comes to choosing a factoring partner, speed alone shouldn’t be the deciding factor. There’s a difference between a company that cuts...
Mar 28, 2025 | Money & Compliance, Trucking Insights
For new carriers and owner-operators, managing fuel costs is one of the biggest challenges and opportunities in the business. With diesel prices unpredictable and margins already tight, the right fuel card can make a measurable difference on every mile you drive. But...
Mar 28, 2025 | Money & Compliance
This article is based on Episode 4 of the Miles and Mentors Podcast, where we spoke with Rob McCutcheon, Vice President of Strategy and Growth at TAFS. Rob’s journey into trucking wasn’t conventional—he began his career in college athletics and marketing—but over the...
Dec 18, 2024 | Money & Compliance
The road to financial stability for truckers is paved with smart money management and strategic planning. As a new trucker, managing finances effectively is essential for long-term success. From budgeting for expenses to saving for the future, mastering financial...
