If you're looking at buying FedEx Ground linehaul runs, there's one document you should become familiar with early in the process: the Schedule A-1. It is an attachment to the FedEx Ground Transportation Service Provider Agreement (TSPA). You may hear contractors, brokers, or buyers casually refer to it as the A-1. For a buyer, the A-1 is important because it helps identify the linehaul runs held under the contractor's agreement with FedEx Ground. Since we believe buyers shou

If you've been searching for FedEx linehaul routes, chances are you're trying to figure out how this business works before making a significant investment. The problem is that there isn't much practical information available. Most articles explain that linehaul involves moving trailers between FedEx Ground terminals. While that's true, it doesn't answer the questions buyers actually care about. What are you really buying? How do linehaul businesses make money? What separates

In recent years, FedEx Linehaul has made safety its top priority. This focus is crucial as contractors operate under FedEx’s Department...

There are many different ways to measure business profitability. Among these, two metrics often stand out and are frequently compared: EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) and Free Cash Flow (FCF). While both are used in the same business contexts, it is important to note that these metrics are not interchangeable. EBITDA and FCF offer unique insights; EBITDA reflects a business’ operational efficiency and consequent profitability, whereas

The Linehaul Information Meeting (LIM) is a vital first step for anyone looking to become a FedEx contractor and build a successful relationship with FedEx. It is an opportunity for the parties to come together, discuss expectations, and establish the standards that keep FedEx operations running smoothly. LIM covers everything from safety and compliance, to what it takes to operate with the efficiency FedEx is known for. This meeting is typically the first interaction a new F

Are you ready to take control of your trucking career and operate on your own terms? Securing your own authority in the U.S. trucking...