Career Advice
What is Intermodal Trucking and Why Does it Matter?
As an industry professional about “intermodal trucking” and they’d probably point to one of those big containers that come off ships to be hauled away by an 18-wheeler. But the industry has evolved into far more than just getting the freight in an intermodal container from point A to point B. In fact, intermodal transportation…
Read MoreTrucking Forecast Looks Promising for 2019
The U.S. economy enjoyed robust growth in 2018, exceeding the expectations of many experts. And it was the determined American truck driver that kept goods and materials moving. Prosperity in manufacturing, import-export, and other sectors meant growth for truckers as well throughout the trucking industry. The demand for freight deliveries, coupled with a driver shortage,…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Pursuing a Career in Trucking and How SWTDT Can Help
Have you thought of pursuing a trucking career? Maybe you’re looking for a second career after retiring, or you want to find a new career that offers good job security. There’s a big need for qualified truck drivers, and if you’re ready to prepare to take on a stable, well-paying job that offers a lot…
Read MoreHow to Start a Trucking Company
Before you start a trucking company, you’ll have a lot of research to do. Not only do you have to research the administrative side to learn what entity you want to use, but you have to decide if you want to work as an owner/operator or if you want to start a large trucking company…
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