Hey boss, what kind of semi- trailer should I use for this steel shipment?” A young driver stopped me with this question last week at the logistics yard. Seeing the crumpled transport documents in his hand, I was reminded of my own confusion when I first started...
When I first started researching semi trailers for my trucking business, I was overwhelmed by the options. Flatbeds, reefers, dry vans, lowboys—each type serves a different purpose, and choosing the wrong one could cost thousands in lost efficiency. In this...
As a truck driver for over a decade, I’ve been asked countless times: “How wide is a semi truck trailer?” It’s a simple question, but the answer matters more than you might think—especially if you’re sharing the road with...
“Back when I first started pouring foundations, I made the rookie mistake of ordering a full Cement Truck or a tiny patio job. The driver took one look at my 10’x10′ form and just shook his head. That’s when I learned the hard way that not all...
“Back when I first started hauling fuel, I thought all Tanker trucks were basically the same – just big metal cylinders on wheels. Boy, was I wrong. After 15 years in the business, I’ve learned there are as many types of tankers as there are liquids...
When I look at flatbed tow truck costs, I see it really changes based on a few things. Are you buying new or used? What specs and features does the truck have? These are key questions. For new flatbed tow trucks, I find prices are between $75,000 and $130,000. Some...
