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The Ten Most Popular ATBS Articles from 2024
Looking to jumpstart your trucking business in 2025? Check out the articles that were read the most during the past year and become a...
Dec 27, 20241 min read
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Tax Moves for Truckers to Make Before Year End
2024 is almost over which means it’s time to make sure you have minimized your tax bill for the year. There are many things you can...
Nov 26, 20247 min read
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What is the Best Business Structure for a Trucking Company?
As an owner-operator, it’s critical to understand the business structure options available to you and when each is most appropriate for...
Aug 6, 20246 min read
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Beware of Tax Resolution Companies - Things to Consider When Seeking Representation with the IRS
Owing taxes to the Federal Government is never intended to be part of the plan, yet we can find ourselves in this position for a number...
Feb 7, 20246 min read
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Six Tips to Further Your Truck Driving Career While on the Road
Do you want to become a more successful owner-operator? Do you want to grow and expand your existing business? If you’re looking to...
Jan 18, 20243 min read
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Product Review: Freightliner Cascadia 18” Drop Visor
Part of the benefit, and let’s face it, “fun” of owning your own rig, is having the option to really make it your own. I’ve always loved...
Oct 12, 20233 min read
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The Guide to Truck Parking
Truck parking is one of the most frustrating issues that the trucking industry faces. With roughly 313,000 spots to park nationwide for...
Sep 7, 20235 min read
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The Top 25 Quick and Easy Meals for Truck Drivers
Here are 25 road-friendly recipes specifically for truck drivers that are easy to prep at home, store in the truck, and eat on the go.
Aug 16, 20232 min read
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The Top 25 Ways for Truck Drivers to Improve Fuel Efficiency
Improving your fuel efficiency by 1 MPG can save you over $10,000 per year! Luckily for you, there are many simple ways to improve this....
Jun 30, 20234 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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Maintaining Your Mental Health as a Truck Driver
The ease at which a trucker's mental health can deteriorate is alarming. Basing my assumptions and framework on the gold standard CBT...
Mar 2, 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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4 Steps to Ensure a Successful Tax Return
The end of the year is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to start thinking about taxes.
Nov 1, 20223 min read
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How to Manage Stress as a Truck Driver
Stress is a part of life, but as truck drivers, we deal with a unique set of circumstances. Whether it's navigating through a congested...
Sep 15, 20223 min read
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The Complete Guide to Taxes for Owner-Operator Truckers
As an owner-operator truck driver, your tax situation is unique. You file and pay taxes like a business owner while also being eligible...
Aug 10, 20229 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
17,760 views
Winterizing Your Truck: A Step-by-Step Plan
As the weather starts to cool off, and everyone is about to be consumed with pumpkin-spice flavored everything, owner-operators should...
Nov 1, 20214 min read
6,387 views
Common Business Questions for Owner-Operators
Here is a list of the most commonly asked business questions we receive from owner-operators, and our answers to those questions. Q: How...
Oct 14, 20218 min read
10,598 views
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