How to start your own trucking company

Starting your own trucking company and maximizing profits and fuel surcharges.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer
• Printer
• Authority
• Insurance
• Fax

1. Starting out would simply involve setting up your authority and selecting type of freight that you will be hauling dry, refer or flatbed freight. This is important because of strict cargo insurance requirements for customer base.
2. Freight can be hauled through a broker or direct customer base. Maximize your cost to cover operating expenses to succeed.
3. All freight rates are negotiable make sure to add your fuel surcharge.

Tips & Warnings

• Check on freight in your area
• Beware of customers with bad credit.