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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
All About Linehaul


Lawmaker Exposes Devastating Impact of Broker Fraud on Small Trucking Companies
In a recent House subcommittee hearing, Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., addressed the issue of broker fraud within the trucking industry. During...

Rick Dunn
3 min read


The Deadly Link Between Extreme Weather and Trucking Tragedies
Driving tractor-trailers demands considerable skill and knowledge, especially in challenging conditions. When the weather is less than...
Ashley Balla
4 min read


Truckload Carrier Stan Koch To Pay $500K in Sex Discrimination Case
Minnesota-based truckload carrier Stan Koch & Sons Trucking has reached a consent decree with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Recruiting and Retaining Female Talent in FedEx Linehaul
Foster gender diversity in trucking. Recruit and retain female talent for inclusive industry growth.
Ashley Balla
6 min read


Iowa Congresswoman Proposes Bill to Let Under-21 Truckers Go Cross-Country Amid Driver Shortage
Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson is spearheading a push for legislative change, advocating for 18, 19, and 20-year-olds holding...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Trucking Turbulence: The Great Recession Hits America's Roads, Posing Holiday Season Headaches
One expert has issued a warning about the precarious state of America's trucking industry, emphasizing its significant impact on the...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


Eastern Iowa Colleges Secure $875K Boost for Trucking Program Expansion
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) has secured grants exceeding $875,000 to bolster its truck driving/commercial truck driving...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


The Deadly Effects of America's Truck Parking Shortage
In the United States, the struggle to find parking can be frustrating for many drivers but for those behind the wheel of sizable...

Rick Dunn
8 min read


Landmark Move: Federal Agency Cracks Down on Sexual Assault in Trucking Industry
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a new policy statement on Thursday, addressing sexual assault within the...

Rick Dunn
2 min read


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