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Per Diem Tax Deduction Tips for Truck Drivers in 2025
Per Diem (per day) is one of your largest tax deductions as an owner-operator, but what is it exactly? The Per Diem deduction is a tax...
Mar 14 min read
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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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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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The Best and Worst States for Outbound Freight
As a truck driver, you want to always be pulling a load. This means that after you deliver a shipment, you want to be loading up a new...
Nov 7, 20241 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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A Comprehensive Guide to Buying a Semi Truck
Buying a semi-truck is a big and exciting decision in your trucking career. Before you get started, it's crucial to understand the...
Aug 2, 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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Did the Truck Driver Tax Credit Pass?
Back on March 31st, 2023, representatives Mike Gallagher (R-Wisconsin) and Abigail Spanberger (D-Virginia) reintroduced legislation to...
Mar 5, 20242 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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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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How to Create a Successful Trucking Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide
Writing up your trucking business plan is one of the first things you need to do when you start a trucking company. Your plan will allow...
Sep 29, 20236 min read
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Choosing the Best GPS for Truck Drivers
If you are a trucker looking for a new GPS, here are some common features available in most GPS units for truck drivers.
Sep 12, 20237 min read
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Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: ATBS Marks a Milestone Anniversary
GOLDEN, COLO. – September 12, 2023 – ATBS, the nation’s largest tax, consulting, and bookkeeping firm in the transportation industry, is...
Sep 12, 20232 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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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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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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Jeremy Rhames: “Outstanding Driver Trainer” for Roehl Transport
We’re proud to announce that our very own ATBS Navigator, Jeremy, received the “Outstanding Driver Trainer” award from Roehl Transport....
Jun 15, 20231 min read
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