The Freight X Blog
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What is the best owner operator company to work for?
We believe there are 9 things any trucking company should provide in order to truly call themselves the best company to work for as an owner operator.
Pride and Polish By Overdrive Magazine: What Drivers Need to Know
Pride and Polish events, produced by Overdrive Magazine, are the gold standard of truck shows. They provide an opportunity for camaraderie amongst drivers and their families in the trucking industry.
How to Fix Coolant Leaks On a Semi Truck
When you’re on the side of the road, the last thing you want to be dealing with is a coolant leak. Here’s how to fix it.
The Truth About Running Under Your Own Authority
Here’s the honest truth about running under your own authority as an owner operator truck driver.
12 Stupid Things Truck Drivers Can Do to Ruin Their Driving Career
From lying on the application to refusing a drug test, here are 12 things truck drivers can do to ruin their driving careers.
Brokers Paying Truckers Too Little – Is Legislation the Answer?
My inbox has been flooded lately with news stories about truckers getting paid far too little to run freight. I saw one owner operator talk about he was getting paid $250 to run a load that used to pay $1,000. It’s all about the greedy brokers who are enjoying high...
12 FAQs Truckers Ask About Driving With Freight X
If you’re interested in driving for us, here are some answers to questions you may have!
Should I Be a Company Driver or an Owner Operator?
In most cases, truck drivers have two career paths to consider: company driver or owner operator. Let’s go over pay, benefits, risks, and more.
What to Do When Your Trucking Company Leaves You Stranded
Whether your trucking company went bankrupt or your truck broke down and they’re not sending you help, we have some advice on what to do going forward when you’re stranded far from home.
The Ultimate List of Trucking Industry Terms
If you have no clue what pups are (not the canine kind!), or you’re lost when someone mentions IFTA or FMCSA, this is your ultimate list of trucking industry terms.