Mistakes happen. That's life. It’s what we do after making a mistake that counts.

What Are Recap Hours? Recap hours are working hours that return to a truck driver’s 70-hour clock when the oldest day in an eight-day duty cycle drops off. They let a driver keep working without taking a 34-hour reset, as long as the driver has enough legal time available. Key Takeaways

A fuel surcharge is an additional fee trucking companies charge customers to help offset changing diesel fuel prices. For independent contractors and owner-operators who cover their own fuel costs, fuel surcharges can play an important role in determining whether a load is profitable.

Is it time to take a step back from being an owner-operator? To sell your truck and join a carrier as a company driver?

An auxiliary power unit, or APU, is a small diesel-powered engine attached to a semi-truck that helps control the cab temperature, charge the truck’s batteries, and warm the engine block without requiring the truck’s main engine to idle.

Fuel prices are everywhere in the news right now, and not exactly for the best reasons. Trucking companies, truck drivers, and regular commuters are all concerned about the increase (and uncertainty) in prices and what it means for their wallets.

If you've ever applied for an over-the-road (OTR) truck driving job, you've likely seen something like this: "Six months OTR experience required," or "One year of OTR experience required." You might've then asked yourself: "How do I build experience when I need experience to get started?"

Choosing a trucking company is one of the most important decisions a driver can make — and it should never be based on pay alone.

Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) driver orientation typically lasts three days for dry van drivers and four days for flatbed drivers. During orientation, you'll complete paperwork, review safety procedures, take required tests, and meet the people who will support you on the road. ATS also arranges your travel and lodging so you can focus on getting ready for your new role.