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Cost of Running a Truck - Course Course preview
Cost of Running a Truck - Course Course preview
Cost of Running a Truck - Course
Webinar · Owner-operator economics

Cost of Running a Truck - Course

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What a truck actually costs to run: used against new, aerodynamics and fuel, MPG, and how each driver pay structure quietly reshapes your margin.
✓ Old trucks vs new trucks — depreciation, warranty and resale value
✓ How aerodynamics affect fuel efficiency
✓ Fuel efficiency and MPG — habits, equipment and load types
✓ Driver pay structures and how each affects profit
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:Understanding the True Cost of Running a Truck

Running a trucking business requires more than just hitting the road—it demands a clear understanding of every cost that impacts your bottom line. In this course webinar, we break down the real expenses involved in operating a truck, whether you're an owner-operator or managing a small fleet.

What You'll Learn:

🔧 Old Trucks vs. New Trucks

Understand the long-term cost implications of buying used versus investing in new equipment—including depreciation, warranty coverage, and resale value.

💨 The Importance of Aerodynamics

Discover how truck design affects fuel efficiency and why aerodynamic upgrades can significantly reduce operating costs.

⛽ Fuel Efficiency & MPG (Miles Per Gallon)

Learn how small changes in driving habits, equipment choices, and load types can lead to big savings at the pump.

👷 Driver Pay Structures

Explore different ways to compensate drivers—from mileage-based pay to percentage splits—and how each structure affects profitability.

💰 Fixed and Variable Expenses

Get a detailed overview of ongoing costs like registration, tolls, fuel, and licensing, as well as unpredictable expenses that can impact your cash flow.

🛡 Insurance Costs

Review the types of insurance coverage required for trucks and how premiums vary depending on equipment, location, safety history, and more.

🏦 Factoring Explained

Understand what factoring is, how it works, and whether it’s a smart option for managing your receivables and improving cash flow.

📦 Dispatch Fees

See how dispatchers are typically paid, whether in-house or outsourced, and how this cost plays into your rate-per-mile profitability.

🔧 Maintenance and Repairs

Learn to budget for preventive maintenance, unexpected breakdowns, and how to keep your equipment in road-ready condition without breaking the bank.

Format:

This is a on-demand digital webinar. Upon checkout, the recording will be delivered directly to the email address you provided.

Whether you're just starting your trucking journey or looking to tighten up your cost control, this session will give you the knowledge you need to run lean, smart, and profitably.

Earn Your Certificate of Completion

When you finish the Cost of Running a Truck - Course course, you’ll receive a professional Certificate of Completion. This certificate highlights your accomplishment, proves your expertise, and can help you stand out to employers, clients, or partners.

Meet Your Instructors

Ronen Gilkarov

Ronen Gilkarov

VP of Operations, ET Transport · Founder, Trucking Academy

Ronen dispatches freight every week and teaches from the same desk — pricing lanes, pushing back on brokers, and keeping drivers legal and loaded.

Roman Yakobov

Roman Yakobov

Dispatch Operations Lead, Trucking Academy

Roman runs day-to-day dispatch for a growing fleet and brings the ground-level playbook: load boards, carrier packets, and staying compliant under pressure.

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