It is a very good question. Gasoline costs more to produce, as it is a more refined oil than diesel. In oil refineries, the plant takes crude oil and transforms it into different products based on its level of refinement. From least refined to most, you have bitumen, lubricating oil, fuel oil, diesel, paraffin, naphtha, gasoline, and petroleum gas. The more refining it needs, the more expensive it would be, right? If so, then why is diesel more expensive than gasoline? Let’s take a look.
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Why Is Diesel More Expensive Than Gasoline?
Thursday, November 30th, 2023How Truckers Meet Holiday Shopping Demands
Tuesday, November 21st, 2023Semi-truck drivers still play a massive role in the global economy and certainly in the American economy. Trucks bring large shipments between warehouses, planes, trains, ships, factories, and stores. Some deliver right to your doors. Whichever endpoint a trucker’s shipment has, he plays a part in the ongoing orchestration that is load transportation. Here’s how truckers meet holiday shopping demands.
Do You Believe These Truck Driving Myths?
Friday, November 10th, 2023Truck driving is a well-known but elusive job; you see semi-trucks of all sizes on the roads, but it is but a glimpse of what the truck driving life is like. Our culture has many ideas of what characterizes this job and its workers, but are they true? Are you aware of these truck driving myths?
Do Current Events Affect the Trucking Industry?
Friday, October 20th, 2023The trucking industry moves valuable commodities from manufacturing sites to the consumer. They are the vehicles of the flow of supply and demand. While trains, planes, and ships also assist in supply and demand, semi-trucks remain a robust form of freight transportation. Many events have transpired throughout the decades since trucks have hit the road. Do current events affect the trucking industry? The short answer is yes.
How To Choose A Trucking Company
Thursday, August 24th, 2023If you’re finding yourself in need of a trucking company, you may be surprised how many options there are. The average person usually doesn’t need to ship anything that can’t be handled by the standard parcel services, but as a business owner, you may find that you need to contract a shipping company on your own to handle those freight transportation operations. But do you even know how to choose a trucking company? This is not a decision that should be taken lightly or rushed. Read on for some helpful tips to keep in mind as you navigate the process.
How Truckers Find Loads
Friday, January 20th, 2023Whether you are a new trucker or are interested in learning more about the truck driving career, one of the most common questions that you might wonder is how truckers find loads. After all, many truckers need help finding enough loads to keep themselves afloat using one method alone. What are some of the most common ways that truckers use to locate loads?
How Inflation Affects the Trucking Industry
Friday, May 27th, 2022Inflation is everywhere in today’s world. The United States, in particular, is facing inflation in all areas. Ultimately, this phenomenon affects all people and all industries, and today, we are looking at how inflation affects the trucking industry in 2022. It is a multi-pronged issue, but not one that has no recourse.
Driving Tips to Help Truck Drivers in Winter Weather
Thursday, February 18th, 2021As temperatures drop, it becomes more difficult for truck drivers to navigate through the weather. There are many problems that truck drivers have to handle when temperatures get low enough. Poor visibility is a concern, and tire traction isn’t nearly as strong, among other issues.
Fortunately, you can apply certain safety measures to make sure you keep yourself as safe as possible when on the road. Here are some tips we have for truck drivers to help them safely drive through winter weather. (more…)
4 Goals That Truck Drivers Should Strive to Achieve
Friday, January 29th, 2021Like any professionals, truck drivers should want to do well and build a good reputation and business. You have to take responsibility for yourself and set goals for your improvement. There are likely several goals or metrics that your trucking company wants you to meet. These possibly overlap with their goals, but if they don’t, you should undoubtedly add these to your list and try to achieve them for every delivery.
How To Build Strong Relationships Between Shippers and Trucking Companies
Friday, January 8th, 2021When it comes to trucking companies, building strong relationships with shippers is integral to their success. In fact, as a trucking business, understanding what shipping companies are looking for and how to best communicate with them can make all the difference in how you are able to get all the jobs done regularly. The reality is, improving your relationship with trucking companies and shippers can ultimately provide a united front that ensures things are moving forward in a reasonable manner and time frame. Here are some helpful and useful tips to help strengthen your relationship between shippers and trucking companies. (more…)