As a leading load board in the trucking industry, we know there are a lot of important factors that can affect your trucking business. It goes without saying that your truck is one of the most important assets for your business. If you don’t have a truck, you can’t move freight. There’s not a lot […] The post The Pros and Cons of Buying a New Truck appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

No matter how long you’ve been in the trucking industry, you know that finding freight requires a plan. Carriers everywhere have various strategies, resources and tips for finding freight, but getting started can be tough. Are you looking for the best ways to find freight? You’ve come to the right place. Read on as we […] The post An online loadboard lists the best ways to find freight appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

When it comes to operating your own trucking business, whether you’re using a load board and you’ve got a handful of trucks or a powerful fleet, managing your cash flow is a big deal. Because many owner-operators take the DIY approach to their finances, you’ve probably done your fair share of researching the best money […] The post Combining a load board with freight factoring appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

It’s that time of year again when you start brainstorming the perfect gifts for loved ones, friends or co-workers. If you have a truck driver on your list, our online load board has come up with a few ideas ranging from practical to exciting. Here are some gift ideas that the truck drivers in your […] The post Holiday Gift Guide for Truckers appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

It doesn’t matter what time of year it is. If you’re having a hard time collecting from your customers, waiting until next year to set up a new process, may set you even further behind. When was the last time you looked at your payment process? If it’s been a while, it’s important to spend […] The post 3 Signs Your Freight Payment Process Needs an Update appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

The trucker life has tons of benefits, but it’s no secret that being a truck driver can be more hazardous than many other jobs. Risks range from hazardous road conditions, poor weather, other drivers, trucker fatigue, and much more. Whether you’ve been on the job for years or you’re just getting started, being aware of […] The post 4 Tips For Truckers to Minimize Risks on the Road appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

Truckers spend a lot of time on the road, and a lot of time on their phones. Sure, they need their phones to get loads, check in with brokers and manage their overall business. But truckers also use their phones and other mobile devices to stay connected to family, friends and their interests through social […] The post How Truckers Can Use Social Media appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

Running a trucking company comes with many challenges and financial considerations. In fact, running a trucking company is so difficult that less than 20% of companies will make it to their second year of operation. Even more shocking, more trucking firms closed within the first six months of 2019 than in all of 2018. The […] The post Quick Ways to Boost Savings to your Trucking Company’s Bottom line appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

Heading into the last part of the year, it’s important to identify goals and objectives for finishing the year strong and setting yourself up for the future. It’s easy to think that this close to the end of the year, it’s better just to wait until the new year along with other resolutions.    But […] The post Don’t wait for New Year’s! Tips to finish the year strong appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more

As an owner-operator, you can fall under two categories: those that are leased to another company and those that operate under their own authority. As a leading free load board, we know that choosing the best option can be tricky. Each has its own advantages. If you’re not sure which category makes the most sense […] The post Leased On to Owner-Operator? 4 Tips to Help Get You Started appeared first on Free Freight Search ..read more