Ever been stuck behind “racing” trucks crawling side-by-side, blocking traffic? Or seen the free-for-all at a packed truck stop? Truck driver courtesy is on the decline and impacting everyone on the road. At Chief Carriers, we believe trucking etiquette is...
At Chief Carriers, most of the calls we get from drivers are inquiries about our popular lease-operator program. The dream of becoming a lease-operator truck driver is often fueled by the desire for greater autonomy and independence, as well as higher earnings. But...
Why Driver Trust Makes or Breaks Dispatch Success The driver dispatcher trust relationship determines whether a professional driver stays with a carrier or leaves within their first month. In this Driven Too Far post, we’ll explore how a model driver’s...
Walk Away Lease Trucking: The Truth About Ending Your Contract Walk away lease trucking sounds simple on paper, just turn in the keys and move on to your next opportunity. In this Driven Too Far post, we’ll explore why ending a lease agreement requires much more...
Trucking Payment Models: Making the Right Choice for Your Career Success Trucking payment models can dramatically impact your success as an owner-operator or lease driver. In this Driven Too Far post, we’ll explore the real-world differences between per-mile and...
Truck Driver Time Management: Transform Wasted Minutes into More Money Truck driver time management can make the difference between a good paycheck and a great one. In this Driven Too Far post, we’ll explore how those seemingly small time leaks throughout...