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As you look to grow your trucking business, check out our top 13 money-saving tips to help you keep more of your hard-earned cash. 

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Looking for ways to keep your business profitable?

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Looking to expand your trucking company? Get started by checking out our six steps on how to become a fleet owner in the transportation industry.

How to become a fleet owner: 6 steps for owner-operators

Review our checklist for owner-operators to stay compliant and safe while out on the road.  

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Keep your trucking business compliant.

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Boost your understanding of how to start a trucking business with our seven-step checklist that'll give you some items to think about.

How to start a trucking business: 7 steps to consider

Now that you know how to stay compliant with federal regulations, continue to shape your success with these seven tips on how to move your business forward. 

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Check out this trucking company compliance checklist to help outline some of the things to consider to keep your business operating safely.

Trucking company compliance checklist for owner-operators

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Looking for ways to increase revenue potential for your trucking business? See our seven tips on ways to make money owning a semi-truck:

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Make more money as an owner-operator

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Buying your first semi-truck is a big decision for any owner-operator. Check out these five considerations when you're ready to purchase a semi-truck.

Buying your first semi-truck? 5 things to consider

We’ve got you covered. Check out our 7 tips on how to generate revenue when owning a semi-truck.

Looking for more ways to profit?

See ways to make money

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With rising fuel costs, many owner-operators are finding new ways to save at the pump. Check out our tips on how to improve a semi-truck's fuel economy to save even more money.

Top 7 ways to improve fuel economy in a semi-truck

Put your business on the road to success with the support of a large, stable carrier. Learn how to lease your semi-truck to a company and get on track to business stability.

Get your business moving in the right direction: Lease-on with Schneider.

How to lease-on with a company

How to get loads as an owner-operator

HOW TO GET LOADS AS AN OWNER-OPERATOR

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With so many different options, it can be difficult to decide how to get loads as an owner-operator. Check out our five examples, with pros and cons.

How to get loads as an owner-operator in 5 different ways

Now that you know how to start a trucking company, the next step is to explore the reasons why you would want to.

Learn more about the reasons to become an owner-operator

Reasons to own a trucking company

How to become an owner-operator

HOW TO BECOME AN OWNER-OPERATOR

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Interested in starting a trucking company but not sure where to start? Check out our seven steps on how to become an owner-operator.

How to become an owner-operator: 7 steps to take

While the expenses associated with owning a trucking company are vast, there are a multitude of ways you can drive your costs down. Check out our 13 tips on how to save money and boost your revenue.

Interested in ways to save money as an owner-operator?

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BE AN OWNER-OPERATOR?

How much does it cost to be an owner-operator?

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Get a better idea of how much it costs to be an owner-operator with our list of expenses you can expect when making the transition from company driver and during your first year out on the road.

Check out these 13 ways to cut back on your operating costs and see which ones you can start implementing today.

Looking for a list of ways to save money as an owner-operator?

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Looking to take your trucking business to the next level? Check out these 7 tips on how to make money owning a semi-truck.

Ways to make money owning a semi-truck: 7 tips to consider

Looking to learn more about the hidden costs of owning a semi-truck? Get a better idea of how much you can expect to spend in maintenance costs and explore some methods to cut back on your expenses.

How much does semi-truck maintenance cost per year?

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If you're starting a trucking business and will be hauling freight across state lines, it's important to know how to get apportioned plates.

How to get apportioned plates: IRP truck registration and fees

Looking to learn more about the hidden costs of owning a semi-truck? Get a better idea of how much you can expect to drop in maintenance costs and explore some methods to cut back on your expenses.

How much does it cost to register a semi-truck? Breakdown by state

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See a breakdown of the truck and semi-trailer registration fees by state to get a general idea of how much it costs to register a semi-truck as an intrastate owner-operator.

How much does it cost to register a semi-truck as an intrastate owner-operator? Breakdown by state

Find more ways to save on truck maintenance and boost your revenue potential by checking out these 13 tips on ways to save money as an owner-operator.

Tips for saving money as an owner-operator

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Discover ways to save (13 tips on ways to save money as an owner-operator)

What's the average semi-truck maintenance cost per year? 4 cost-influencing factors

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Owner-operators can expect their yearly semi-truck maintenance cost to be upwards of $15,000. Here are some factors that can impact your yearly cost.

What's the average semi-truck maintenance cost per year? 3 cost-influencing factors

Looking to own your own trucking business but not sure where to begin? Check out our five steps to becoming an owner-operator for more information on how to get started.

Learn more about how to become an owner-operator

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View our step-by-step guide (How to become an owner-operator)

What are some of the best business structures for owner-operators?

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Stuck between choosing a sole proprietorship or LLC for your trucking company? Here we compare some of the best business structures for owner-operators.

Schneider’s port dray owner-operators generate great weekly revenue while also maximizing their home time by working close to the ports. We offer lease opportunities to business owners at most ocean ports and inland ports in the U.S. Learn more about our port dray opportunities and lease-on with one of the nation’s busiest carriers today.

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Looking to start hauling containers in the ports as an owner-operator? Check out these six considerations when starting a drayage company.

6 things to consider when starting a drayage company

Looking to take the extra step beyond finding ways to save money? Check out our seven tips on ways to make money owning a semi-truck and start taking your business to the next level.

Cut back on expenses, increase your revenue

13 TIPS ON WAYS TO SAVE MONEY AS AN OWNER-OPERATOR

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Decrease your operating costs and increase your revenue by checking out these 13 tips on ways to save money as an owner-operator.

13 tips on ways to save money as an owner-operator

Review the steps on how to become an owner-operator, and learn how to get your business started by leasing-on with Schneider.

Ready to start your trucking business?

How much does an owner-operator make?

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The same as company drivers, how much an owner-operator makes depends on a variety of factors, including what type of freight they haul.

Discover how much revenue owner-operators make on average depending on the type of freight they haul, plus some other factors that could impact your bottom line.

How much revenue does an owner-operator generate?

Review average revenue amounts

What is an owner-operator vs. a company truck driver?

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As a first-time truck buyer, you're probably wondering if buying an 18-wheeler is a good investment. Learn how you can make owning a semi-truck profitable.

Is buying an 18-wheeler a good investment?

Learn how Schneider’s Purchase Power Program gives owner-operators access to discounts on truck insurance, maintenance, fuel, tires and more.

How leasing-on with Schneider can help you save

Explore cost-saving perks

How to lease my semi-truck to a company: 5 steps to take

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Starting a trucking business and wondering, "how to lease my semi-truck to a company?" Follow these steps and be on your way to becoming an owner-operator.

Lease your business on with Schneider and take advantage of our Purchase Power Program® that will help you get the best truck insurance rates and coverage in the industry.

Lease-on with Schneider and lower your insurance costs.

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Have questions about how much semi-truck insurance is and what kind of insurance you need for your semi-truck? Get all your questions answered here.

How much is semi-truck insurance? And other related questions

Read our top 12 tips on how to be a successful owner-operator, starting with understanding your business expenses.

Looking for more ways to increase your business success?

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Gain insight from experienced Schneider tanker owner-operators about how to run a successful business by picking the right loads and being proactive.

8 pieces of advice for new tanker owner-operators

Calculating your cost per mile in order to properly track your budget is just one way be a more successful owner-operator. Read six more tips on how to grow your trucking company starting today.

Find other ways to grow your trucking business.

Read ‘How to grow your trucking company'

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To calculate your cost per mile, all you need to do is simply divide your total expenses for the month by the total number of miles you have driven that month.

How to calculate cost per mile as an owner-operator truck driver

Lease-on with Schneider and start utilizing our private load board that lets you pick the loads you want to haul.

Lease-on with Schneider to start growing your business.

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Ready to take your business to the next level but not sure where to start? Check out these seven tips on how to grow your trucking company.

How to grow your trucking company: 7 steps to start taking today

Prepare to take the first step to become an owner-operator.

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Get a clear picture of how an owner-operator compares to a company truck driver and get answers to 'what is an owner-operator?'&nbsp;

Check out Schneider’s VTL, Tanker and Port Dray lease opportunities for owner-operators and take your business to the next level this winter.

Looking for a change this winter?

Winterize your semi-truck

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Snow and cold temperatures are approaching. Get your business ready by following these eight tips on how to winterize your semi-truck.

8 tips on how to winterize your semi-truck

Schneider’s Van, Tanker and Port Dray lease options give owner-operators the freedom they want and need to run a successful business.

Choose Schneider as the company you lease-on with.

Buying used semi-truck checklist

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Next time you're in the market for a used truck, review our 'buying a used semi-truck' checklist so you can find the perfect truck for your business.

Buying a used semi-truck checklist: 6 steps to get a great truck

Lease-on with Schneider and see how our private load board can help bring your business to the next level.

Take your business to the next level with Schneider.

Lease options

Leasing first semi-truck

Leasing new semi-truck

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When leasing your first semi-truck, it's important to know what you're looking for. Check out these considerations to help find the best truck to lease.

Leasing your first semi-truck? 5 things to consider

Top 5 reasons to own a trucking company

Thinking about becoming an owner-operator? Ensure your motives align with our reasons to own a trucking company.

Owner-operator tips