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Contracts & RoutesDiscuss everything about transportation contracts, dedicated routes, and rate negotiations. Share your experience securing profitable trucking and courier agreements.23 Topics · 42 PostsLast post: Ghost broker · 3 months ago · Carmen SmithSubforums: Available Contracts & Route Listings · Rate Negotiation Strategies · Customer Relationships & Retention · Route Planning & Optimization · Success Stories & Contract Wins
Medical CouriersDedicated to professionals delivering medical specimens, pharmaceuticals, and lab supplies. Discuss compliance, equipment, and growing your medical courier business.17 Topics · 37 PostsLast post: Medical couriers tip · 3 months ago · Valentin WrightSubforums: Equipment & Packaging Tips · HIPAA & Compliance Questions · Daily Workflow & Time Management · Medical Contract Leads & Referrals · Special Handling Cases
Cargo VansA space for cargo van owner- operators and drivers to share advice, equipment setups, and job leads.7 Topics · 12 PostsLast post: GPS mess · 3 months ago · Carmen SmithSubforums: Van Maintenance & Mods · Load Board Reviews & Tips · Daily Earning Reports · Insurance & Legal Questions · Van Rental vs. Ownership
Box TrucksAll about box truck ownership, leasing, dispatching, and securing profitable loads.20 Topics · 40 PostsLast post: Parking near Chicago · 3 months ago · Carmen SmithSubforums: Authority & Compliance · Best Freight Types to Haul · Equipment & Securement · Startup Costs & ROI · Dispatching Tips & Apps
Tractor TrailerConnect with fellow tractor trailer drivers and owner operators about long haul trucking and fleet operations29 Topics · 54 PostsLast post: Rate check Houston · 2 months ago · Sean KSubforums: Owner Operator Setup · Lease Vs. Buy Discussions · Long-Haul Lifestyle · Trailer Types & Equipment · E-Logs & Compliance
ReeferA dedicated space for refrigerated trucking proffesionals to share tips, maintenance strategies, and success stories.33 Topics · 58 PostsLast post: Reefer oil · 3 months ago · Dawson VillegasSubforums: Temperature Control Issues · Produce Hauling Tips · Reefer Maintenance · Seasonal Rate Trends · Claims & Liability
HOT SHOTConnect with hot shot truckers about equipment, contracts, and running a profitable business,5 Topics · 10 PostsLast post: Hot shot IRP/DOT rules · 3 months ago · ginawellsSubforums: Equipment Setup & Maintenance · Load Boards & Dispatching · Startup Cost & Licensing · Insurance Requirements · Marketing Your Services
DispatchersFor independent dispatchers and freight agents managing loads and carrier relationships.42 Topics · 71 PostsLast post: Dispatch softwares · 3 months ago · Owen HicksSubforums: Load Negotiation Tactics · Carrier Onboarding · Software & CRM · Finding Carriers · Dispatcher Success Stories
Freight BrokersTalk about becoming a freight broker, finding shippers, and managing carrier relationships.42 Topics · 74 PostsLast post: Late delivery fee · 2 months ago · Sean KSubforums: Getting Your Broker Authority · Bond & Insurance Requirements · Shipper Outreach & Sales · Technology & TMS Systems · Carrier Vetting & Compliance
ShippersFor shippers and manufacturers managing freight, warehouses, and carrier partnerships.23 Topics · 37 PostsLast post: No phone policy · 2 months ago · Sean KSubforums: Choosing the Right Carrier · Freight Claims & Disputes · Warehouse & Dock Management · Contract Templates & Resources · Shipping Cost Optimization
FMCSA ComplianceDiscuss regulations, compliance requirements, and safety audits for all transportation professionals.44 Topics · 78 PostsLast post: ELD froze · 3 months ago · Juan DodsonSubforums: Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse · Driver Qualification Files · HOS & ELD Questions · Audit Preparation · Safety Programs & Policies
DOT Lab Specimen CollectorsFor professionals collecting DOT and non- DOT lab specimens, including training, compliance, and business development.1 Topic · 2 PostsLast post: DOT collector certification · 3 months ago · heatherSubforums: Collection Procedures · Certification & Training · Equipment & Supplies · Business Opportunities · Compliance & Recordkeeping
Sap CounselorsA community for Substance Abuse Professionals to share resources, training, and industry updates.3 Topics · 3 PostsLast post: Cross-Border Freight Updates · 4 months ago · marcoSubforums: Getting Certified as a SAP · Client Management Tools · Industry Trends & News · Working with Employers · Confidentiality Best Practices
Company DriversA space for professional company drivers to connect, learn, and grow their trucking careers.3 Topics · 6 PostsLast post: reliable drivers · 3 months ago · ginawellsSubforums: Company Reviews & Experiences · Pay & Benefits Comparisons · Life on the Road · Driver Training Resources · Transitioning to Owner Operator
Freight ForwadersFor professionals handling domestic and international logistics11 Topics · 16 PostsLast post: Cargo van to Canada · 3 months ago · ginawellsSubforums: International Shipping Rules · Customs & Documentation · Best Software Solutions · Carrier Partnerships · Freight Classes & NMFC Codes
Commercial InsuranceEverything you need to know about commercial insurance for trucking, cargo vans, couriers, and logistics businesses11 Topics · 22 PostsLast post: Insurance headache · 3 months ago · Juan DodsonSubforums: Policy Comparisons & Reviews · Claims & Disputes · Cost-Saving Tips · Insurance Requirements by State · Risk Management Strategies
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