Tuesday, March 22, 2022 Diesel’s national average surpasses $5/gal for first time ever A week after diesel fuel prices shot up nearly 75 cents, the U.S.’ national average increased another 40 cents during the week ending March 14, according to the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration’s weekly update. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, March 22, 2022 Todd Dills Mar 9, 2022 Updated Mar 12, 2022 Holy smokes? Yes, it's been quite a week and more on the fuel-cost front, with diesel now at a record-high national average and little relief in sight with panic in oil markets, further sanctioning of Russian oil, and inflationary pressures all around. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, March 2, 2022What is Property Damage Liability: Property Damage Liability pays for damage to other people's property resulting from an accident caused by your auto for which you are legally responsible. It also covers your legal defense if you are sued as a result of an accident. Why do I need this: READ MORE >>
Wednesday, March 2, 2022What is Bodily Injury Liability? Bodily Injury Liability pays for damages for people injured or killed in an accident for which you are legally responsible. It also covers your legal defense if you are sued as a result of an accident. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 21, 2022Per diem tax breaks just got a lot simpler -- and more valuable -- for owner-operators Todd Dills Dec 3, 2021 Updated Dec 4, 2021 According to owner-op business services firm, ATBS, recent IRS guidance greatly simplifies this year's per diem bonus deduction formulas for owners. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Going deeper on insurance requirements unique to power-only operations: Trailer interchange v. Non-owned trailer W. Joel Baker Jan 17, 2022 Updated Jan 18, 2022 With the combination of the ongoing trailer shortage and the appeal of fewer start-up costs, many owner-operators are turning to power-only operations. READ MORE >>
Monday, December 13, 2021Coverage Check: With Christmas and the New Year approaching the roads are busier. Everyone is out Christmas shopping or visiting family. Which means that people are in a bigger hurry than normal. The trucks are working over time to keep the presents on the shelf and the food in the stores. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 30, 2021When you insure yourself under a life insurance policy, you will name a beneficiary who will receive the policy’s payout in the event of your death. This settlement is called a death benefit, and it can ease your survivors’ financial burdens in numerous practical ways.
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Tuesday, November 30, 2021 W. Joel Baker Nov 24, 2021 Updated Nov 29, 2021 The consequences of dishonesty when it comes to the information provided for an insurance policy can be devastating. Recently a gentleman from Indiana contacted me. He said he was starting his own trucking company and would like a quote for insurance. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 Overdrive Staff Nov 29, 2021 Trucking news & briefs for Nov. 29, 2021: COVID-19 HOS waiver for haulers of certain commodities extended The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is extending the COVID-19 emergency declaration, which waives Part 395. READ MORE >>
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