In 2026, cybersecurity in trucking is no longer a “big-fleet problem” or an IT side issue. It is an operational and financial risk that directly affects whether loads move, invoices get paid, and cash keeps flowing...
Route-Planning and Deadhead Miles in Trucking: Challenges and Solutions
Operational efficiency is critical in today’s freight landscape, yet many carriers continue to bleed revenue due to deadhead miles and inefficient routing. These issues are...
Planning Preventive Maintenance Around Freight Schedules
Preventive maintenance isn't just a shop task; it's one of the strongest profit strategies a carrier can implement. Every hour your truck moves, it earns. Every hour it sits, it costs.
Early Fleet Expansion Challenges Every Small Carrier Must Know
Expanding from one truck to a small fleet is the point where most carriers struggle. Industry data shows that the transition from one to two trucks is the most financially vulnerable stage for trucking companies.
Independent vs. Chain Gas Stations: What’s the Best Option for Your Fleet?
Fueling the nation’s trucks depends on a vast and diverse retail network. As of 2025, the U.S. has more than 145,000 gas stations, divided almost evenly
How Trucking Companies Can Find the Cheapest Diesel
For most carriers, fuel is the single biggest operating cost—often more than truck payments or insurance combined.
Cargo Theft Prevention for Small Carriers: Strategies to Stay Ahead
Cargo theft has become one of the trucking industry’s most expensive and persistent challenges.
Cargo Theft in Trucking: ATRI Insights for Small & Mid-Size Carriers
Cargo theft has evolved from a hidden risk to a full-blown crisis in the trucking industry.
Fleet Management Best Practices
Fleet management in feels like walking a tightrope: one foot in heavy regulation, the other trying to keep drivers from jumping ship.
What Are ELDs in Trucking? A Guide for Carriers
Whether you’ve been on the road for decades or just got your authority, Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) are part of the job.