Fuel costs continue to pressure trucking companies nationwide, and many carriers are realizing that paying retail diesel prices is quietly hurting profitability more than they thought. That’s one reason searches for fuel cards for truck drivers, trucking fuel cards, and best fuel cards for trucking companies continue to grow. [...]
The best fuel cards for new authority trucking companies help reduce diesel costs, improve cash flow, and give owner-operators access to fuel discounts, expense controls, and nationwide fuel networks. How Fuel Costs Impact New Trucking Companies Starting a new trucking company is expensive fast. Between [...]
What To Do After Your MC Number Goes Active Once your MC number goes active, your trucking company can begin booking loads, completing broker setup packets, managing fuel costs, and hauling freight legally. New authorities should focus on finding reliable brokers, staying FMCSA compliant, protecting cash flow, running broker [...]
Understanding Reefer Fuel Reefer fuel is the diesel fuel used to power refrigerated trailer units that keep temperature-sensitive freight cold during transport. Reefer fuel is separate from the fuel used to power the truck itself and is commonly dyed red because it is intended for off-road use. Reefer carriers [...]
How Broker Credit Checks Help Protect Trucking Companies For trucking companies, getting paid matters just as much as getting the load. One unpaid invoice can create serious cash flow problems, especially for small fleets and owner-operators. That’s why broker credit checks are one of the most important tools carriers [...]
Reefer vs Flatbed vs Dry Van: Which Makes the Most Money? The trucking type that makes the most money depends on more than just rates. Reefer, flatbed, and dry van trucking each offer different earning potential based on freight demand, operating costs, and payment speed. While reefer trucking [...]
Porter Fuel Card and PorterWallet 24/7 Advances help truckers and owner-operators save on diesel and access same-day fuel advances year-round. As diesel prices continue to strain the margins of independent truckers and carriers across the country, Porter Freight Funding is reminding the trucking community that real, lasting fuel [...]
Reefer fuel vs tractor fuel explained. Learn how fuel costs impact refrigerated trucking and how fleets can reduce diesel expenses and improve cash flow.
Last updated: March 2026 to reflect current fuel costs and owner-operator expense trends. If you are or want to become an owner-operator, you’re in good company. The average owner-operator’s annual income ranges from $125,000 to $340,000. The United States transportation and material moving industry is expected to grow faster than average through 2032, with about 1.9 million openings yearly. However, an [...]
Updated May 12, 2026 Which Saves Truckers More Money? Fuel is one of the largest operating expenses in trucking, which means the payment method you use matters more than many carriers realize. While traditional credit cards may offer points or cashback rewards, trucking fuel cards are specifically designed [...]
A fuel card is an electronic payment method that allows drivers to purchase fuel from a gas station without having to pay cash or credit their bank accounts. The driver charges the fuel to the card and their company pays for it. A new standard in the trucking industry, [...]
Trucking is a major enterprise in the United States, accounting for nearly 6% of the country’s gross domestic product. The industry carries out many vital functions, including delivering goods across the country, providing jobs, paying taxes and keeping costs down by maintaining competitive prices. However, one of the biggest challenges [...]
Learning how to calculate your cost per mile is essential for determining whether you are charging enough for hauling a load. Knowing and understanding how to calculate cost per mile can help ensure you do not lose money. Truck drivers can go out of business if they don't calculate their average cost [...]