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See You At The Mid-West Truck And Trailer Show
This week, I’m driving Celeste to the Mid-West Truck and Trailer Show which takes place on February 7 & 8, 2025 in Peoria, Illinois. The...
Jan 11 min read
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5 Ways President Trump Affects Trucking
What does the recent election mean for your small business and trucking in general? If investors are any indication, the election means...
Nov 18, 20242 min read
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Breaking Barriers: The Truth About Women in Trucking
Addressing Misconceptions The trucking industry, long dominated by men, is seeing a steady rise in female participation. Despite this,...
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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Waiting for Election Day for the Freight Market to Turn
The freight market has been navigating rough waters lately, creating challenges for many owner-operator truck drivers. The upcoming 2024...
Aug 21, 20243 min read
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12 Helpful Apps for Truckers
If you are interested in increasing your efficiency and happiness on the road, here are 12 popular apps that are perfect for any trucker.
May 22, 20244 min read
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How to Prepare for Roadcheck 2024
Roadside inspections are a critical part of the trucking industry. They help ensure that truck drivers are compliant with the laws and...
May 9, 20244 min read
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How Did Owner-Operators Perform in 2023?
2023 proved to be a difficult year with low freight volumes and rates in both the spot and contract markets. The question now is… where...
Mar 20, 20246 min read
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Self-Driving Trucks: Are Truck Drivers Out of a Job?
A lot has happened in the world of self-driving trucks. More companies have emerged, technologies are being tested, laws are being...
Oct 10, 20236 min read
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Celebrating the Unsung Heroes: Top 25 Things We Love About Truckers
Truck drivers are the unsung heroes of the road, and ATBS wants to celebrate this community with the top 25 things we love about truckers.
Aug 31, 20233 min read
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How to Choose the Right CDL Training School
Choosing the right CDL training school is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your truck driving career. While you might think...
Jun 21, 20234 min read
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The Top 25 Habits of Successful Owner-Operators
The most successful owner-operator truck drivers in the industry didn't get where they are because of sheer luck. These drivers are...
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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Connecting With Your Customers
Recently, I had the privilege of getting an inside look at how ATBS, a corporate tax and consulting company, functions. Being a truck...
Nov 23, 20222 min read
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Insights and Incentives for Training New Drivers
Who Will Train the Next Generation of Truck Drivers? Every time I see a video of a rookie struggling to back up, or making poor decisions...
Sep 29, 20223 min read
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How Does the Inflation Reduction Act Impact Truck Drivers?
What is The Inflation Reduction Act? The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on August 16, 2022. While the act is titled the...
Sep 13, 20226 min read
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Automation in Trucking
The impression that I get when I speak to drivers about potential automation in trucking, is one of skepticism and denial. While robots...
Aug 11, 20221 min read
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The Quick Guide to AB5 for Truck Drivers
On June 30, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court denied certiorari on AB5. As a result, the injunction on AB5 that has been in place for over two...
Jul 22, 20224 min read
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Five Steps to Start a Trucking Business with One Truck
Making the transition from company driver to owner-operator is a big step. You will now be your own boss and will need to set yourself up...
May 12, 20224 min read
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Managing Your Trucking Business in a Changing Market
By: Todd Amen, President and CEO of ATBS As Bob Dylan sang in 1961, “ The Times, They Are a-Changin’ ”. The big thing we can take away...
Apr 12, 20225 min read
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What is a Fuel Surcharge?
A fuel surcharge is a mechanism in the trucking industry that helps balance the fluctuations in the cost of fuel. Incorporating a fuel...
Apr 5, 20223 min read
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How Does The Rising Cost of Fuel Impact Your Business?
Find out how to manage rising fuel costs in your owner-operator business
Mar 12, 20225 min read
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