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Linehaul Basics for Every Contractor
Explore our comprehensive guide tailored for contractors navigating the intricacies of owning and operating a FedEx Ground Linehaul Route. Discover expert insights, practical tips, and invaluable resources designed to empower every contractor.


FedEx Linehaul Routes: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
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

Rick Dunn
4 min read


Safety First in FedEx Linehaul: Essential Tips for New Contractors
In recent years, FedEx Linehaul has made safety its top priority. This focus is crucial as contractors operate under FedEx’s Department...

Rick Dunn
4 min read


EBITDA vs Free Cash Flow: Choosing the Right Business Metric
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

Ashley Balla
7 min read


Become a FedEx Contractor: How to Ace Your Linehaul Information Meeting
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

Michelle James
6 min read


How to Get Your Own Trucking Authority: A Step-by-Step Guide
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...

Darrius Peoples
10 min read


FedEx Linehaul Insights: The 7 Most Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a FedEx Route
Purchasing a FedEx linehaul route is a significant investment opportunity, offering contractors the chance to tap into a reputable brand with established systems and processes. However, the path to ownership is not without its challenges. Potential pitfalls, such as miscalculating costs and underestimating operational issues, can jeopardize your hard-earned investment and derail your success before it even begins. By understanding these common mistakes, prospective FedEx line

Rick Dunn
6 min read
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Immokalee Car Crash: Immokalee Man Killed in a Fatal Collision Involving Two Semis
A fatal crash involving two semi-trucks and a pickup claimed the life of a 28-year-old Immokalee man early Tuesday, December 26, on U.S....

Rick Dunn
1 min read


SWAT Showdown: Dramatic Capture of 18-Wheeler Driver Ends Freeway Standoff
An 18-wheeler driver, identified as Trinidad Cutshall, 42, was apprehended on Wednesday following a pursuit and an extended standoff on...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Miracle Rescue: Fishermen Save Trapped Truck Driver After Week-Long I-94 Ordeal
In a remarkable turn of events, two men searching for fishing spots in Northwest Indiana uncovered a stranded truck driver claiming to be...

Rick Dunn
3 min read


US Truckers Rally for Overhaul in Marijuana Testing as Industry Faces Supply Chain Strain
A recent survey conducted by the American Transportation Research Institute reveals that approximately two-thirds of US truck drivers and...

Rick Dunn
3 min read


Nebraska's I-80 Closed as Jack-Knifed Semis Cause Snowy Standstill
Nebraska state officials have issued a cautionary advisory to drivers, urging increased vigilance on snow-covered roads following an...

Rick Dunn
1 min read


Florida Firefighters Save Trapped Truck Driver Dangling from Overpass: Miraculous Rescue Caught on Cam
In a daring rescue operation on Saturday, firefighters in Palm Beach County, Florida, successfully saved a truck driver entangled in...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Parking Crisis Hits Truckers: Escalating Costs and Safety Concerns Grip the Nation's Highways
Truckers are grappling with a mounting parking crisis, posing a significant challenge to the nation's transportation system. The shortage...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Highway Realities: Unmet Expectations of ELDs in Trucking
Six years after hyping electronic logging devices (ELDs) as a safety game-changer in trucking, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety...

Rick Dunn
5 min read


Semi-Truck Rollover Causes Traffic Blockage at US 301 Intersection, Confirms Florida Highway Patrol
In Parrish, Florida, on Friday morning, December 22, 2023, a semi-truck rolled over at the intersection of U.S. 301 and Old Tampa Road,...

Rick Dunn
1 min read


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