For a trucking owner-operator, choosing the right freight is just as important as staying loaded. Auditing your DAT load board strategy helps reduce low-margin hauls and increase revenue. Effective lane optimization for haulers helps identify profitable routes. According to FreightWaves, the 2025 average trucking owner-operator income was $71,800. However, gross income does not always reflect real-world [...]
A local trucking company reduces holding costs by helping you get orders out more efficiently. They'll ensure every truck is optimally loaded so you get orders filled and have just the right amount of inventory. According to the most recent Logistics Managers Index (LMI), trucking companies reduced their inventories instead of expanding them for the first time since July [...]
What can happen after a single freight delivery? Vendors and customers will drop you for a more reliable business. The right tools and a reliable trucking company keep your on-time percentage and margins high. According to Opsend, only 84% of online orders are delivered on time. That's an issue when at least 40% of American consumers expect orders to [...]
Truck driver salary often starts with predictable base pay structures that provide steady earnings and greater financial stability. Company-provided vehicles also reduce unexpected costs because employers typically cover truck maintenance and major repairs. Lease purchase programs offer higher gross earning potential, but your income depends on freight availability and operating costs. Managing your truck expenses [...]
Dedicated freight offers experienced drivers a more stable and predictable path within the trucking industry. Instead of constantly changing routes and customers, drivers often stay within set lanes and work with long-term contracts that create consistency. At Morris Trucking, a fourth-generation, family-owned company serving the industry since 1925, we understand the value of dependable freight operations [...]
A CDL driver career offers far more opportunities than simply getting behind the wheel and delivering freight. As drivers gain experience, many begin looking for ways to increase their earnings, expand their responsibilities, and create a stronger long-term future. There are more than 3.5 million professional truck drivers in the United States, and industry demand continues to create opportunities [...]
Lease-to-own semi trucks offer a clear path for drivers who want more control over their income and long-term future. At Morris Trucking, we help experienced CDL drivers move beyond company roles and take the next step toward ownership through structured lease purchase trucking programs. There are more than 3.5 million truck drivers in the U.S., according to the [...]
At Morris Trucking, we understand that not every shipment fills an entire trailer. Many businesses need a reliable way to move smaller loads without paying for unused space. That is where LTL services come in. With decades of experience as a fourth-generation, family-owned carrier, we help companies handle partial loads with the same care as full shipments. [...]
Intermodal trucking basics involve moving freight by truck and rail for greater efficiency. Choosing the right carrier and planning freight routes helps you stay organized and avoid delays. Managing freight safely and understanding shipping schedules keeps cargo secure and deliveries running on time. Fortune Business Insights reports that the global intermodal freight transportation market reached [...]
General freight trucking moves standard goods using dry vans and flatbeds across regional and long-haul routes. It connects your shipments with available carriers through brokers and logistics systems to keep deliveries moving efficiently. You stay ahead by understanding how pricing, capacity, and technology influence every load you ship. Global Trade Magazine reports that in the U.S. [...]
