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What is a Trucking Business? What You Need to Start One

March 9, 2021 by Annie

A trucking business takes loads of some stuff from one place and delivers it to another. This business can operate within the city, between cities, or between states.

Many of these businesses even take stuff from one country to another that are linked by road. You need FMCSA registration before you can start your trucking business. If you also want to start a business related to transport, here is a basic guide to help you get started.

You Need Trucks (Obviously)

This goes without saying that the trucking business requires trucks that will load things to take from one place to another. It would be a lot easier if you have trucks of your own; otherwise, you will have to rent them. These businesses don’t usually last if they rely on rental trucks. Many people buy a truck and drive it themselves. You can partner up with them and keep getting them projects.

It is, however, suggested to invest in a truck if you want to make a real profit. Even if it doesn’t work out, you can rent or resell your truck. The truck is an asset that won’t go to waste if your business fails. This is the biggest and most important investment of a trucking business.

Create a Plan for Trucking Business

Study how to write a business plan and design one according to your trucking business requirements. It includes questions such as what you will sell, who you will sell it to, and how you will make profits. You know the answers to most of these questions; however, do thorough research to write detailed answers.

You should write it in a step by step approach without any ambiguities. This will clear out all confusion and lay a clear path in front of you. At no point will you get confused about what to do next. This will also help clarify priorities and things you should do first.

Study All Legal Requirements

You need more than just FMCSA registration to start a trucking company. As it also goes without saying, all your drivers must have a commercial driving license before they can drive the truck on roads. You will also need to get permits for the roads where you will be driving.

It’s easier if you are offering the service within the city. However, there are more rules and regulations to follow as you expand your area from other cities to other states and countries. Discuss all these things with a lawyer and ensure complete adherence to laws before getting started.

See Who is Going to Drive

A driver can sabotage or build your trucking business. They have an important role to play in this business. If they are not reliable, you must not hire them. They will be the ones handling your vehicle and transporting goods worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

It wouldn’t be the first time if a driver ran away with the truck and the goods in it. Besides, they can cause accidents and lose loaded stuff, and you will have to pay for all of that. If possible, you should start driving yourself and then add trustworthy people to your team.

Calculate How Much Money You Need

After you have done the research and created a plan, you will have a clear idea of how much money you need. Make sure you write it all down in detail and think about the next step. The investment doesn’t just include the cost of truck and driver. You will also have to get permits and licenses. Remember that vehicle will also have a maintenance cost.

Get Insurance for Your Assets

It is better that you get insurance specially made for your business. This extra cost may be irritating at the beginning, but you will be thankful later. Don’t just cover the vehicle in the insurance. You should have the cover for the goods you will be transporting.

Start Approaching Your Prospects

Once you have all the things in place, you should start reaching to your potential customers. Your prospects include all product-based businesses that need their stuff delivered from warehouses to other wholesale and retail stores.

 

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Hi! I'm Annie and I have 3 kids (all in their teens - yikes!). My mommy blog isn't all about lunches and DIY - it's also about humour. Like how my kids make fun of my texts as if I don't know how to use emojis (I DO!). Now that I have a bit more time - since my kids don't want to hang out with me (teenagers), I have taken up blogging.

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