Sprinter vans in the expedite industry are all the rage. But do you have all the right info you need to get started? Today's episode covers the importance of working with REALISTIC numbers when formulating your business plan.. Follow along ?? with Rob Podeszwa of Jung Express, and host Brandon Baxter, as they discuss the ins and outs of Sprinter van ownership within the world of Expedite. It's ExpediteNOW! Transcript: Brandon Baxter: Welcome to the Expedite Now podcast pre...

Learn how documenting your efforts to mitigate downtime losses strengthens your claim and protects your right to fair recovery....

Preparing your truck for the upcoming winter season can feel like a daunting task, but for those who use their prep time wisely, it can make all the difference once the temperatures drop and the snow begins to fall. Taking the time now, while the weather is still manageable, can be the key to avoiding a major incident on icy roads or a costly shutdown because of missing or malfunctioning winter equipment. Unless you've got a red coat, a white beard, and eight tiny reindeer, y...

Being Helpful A friend and I recently had a conversation about how our co-drivers help us while out on the road. More specifically, we talked about women going through "the change" while also trying to be away from home. She asked me to write a blog about the subject. I only hope that this is not too personal or embarrassing for the men (and women) reading it. How often do we help each other when we are struggling? Guys, what do you do to help your female co-driver when she i...

What are you really looking for in your next driving job? Better yet, what should you be looking for in a potential expedite driving career? Whether you're a seasoned owner-operator or just entering the world of expedite trucking as an independent contractor, choosing the right carrier makes all the difference. Expedite may be a niche within the trucking industry, but it's one that requires careful consideration before you even get behind the wheel. Here are a few rules of th...

Are You Ready? For the last week we have been preparing. We are preparing for a new season in the year as well as a new season in our lives. Are you ready for a new season? Let's talk about the new season for this year. There are several things that we as drivers need to do to prepare for the colder season. Many of these things can also be applied to auto drivers as well. Already, some states have begun their chain laws. Have you added tire chains to what you carry on your tr...

Carriers can recover losses when operating authority is wrongly revoked due to insurer mistakes by pursuing first-party legal claims....

The trucking industry is the backbone of America's supply chain, but with that vital role comes a responsibility to uphold the highest standards of safety. Recent events have underscored just how dangerous lapses in enforcement and compliance can be. A devastating crash that occurred on the Florida Turnpike on August 12th claimed three lives when truck driver Harjinder Singh attempted an illegal U-turn and crushed a minivan beneath his trailer. Federal regulators have since r...

Each year, Wreaths Across America (WAA) depends on the dedication of professional drivers and trucking companies to fulfill its mission of remember, honor, and teach. Without their efforts, the nationwide tribute of laying veterans' wreaths at gravesites would be nearly impossible. While wreaths travel by planes, trains, ships, and even livestock trailers, the lion's share moves on trucks driven by professionals committed to honoring America's heroes. In 2024 alone, more than...

A Long Weekend While it is rare for us to get weekend loads, we are usually happy when one comes along. This past weekend made us rethink our position on weekend runs. Because of the type of freight that we carry most loads requires that one of us be on duty monitoring the load at all times. This means that each of us has to use twelve hours every day from the time we pick up the load until the time that we make delivery. Unfortunately, most of the places to which we deliver ...