Cost of Running a Truck - Course
Cost of Running a Truck - Course
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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.
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Running my own truck was exhausting because I never knew what money was going out each month—from fuel to factoring and maintenance. This webinar laid out the real expenses in simple terms so I could finally budget smart and avoid surprises.
It’s great to hear the Cost of Running a Truck course helped you get clarity on your expenses, Taylor. Knowing exactly where your money goes each month is a big step toward running a profitable operation, and we’re happy the training made budgeting easier for you. Thank you for sharing your experience and for choosing Trucking Academy to support your business.
our fleet has improved its fuel efficiency, now achieving an impressive 8 to 8.5 mpg consistently. big thank you to Ronen for his invaluable support and, as always, to our drivers for their commitment to fuel-efficient driving practices.
Thank you for your positive review! We will make sure to pass on your thanks to Ronen and commend your drivers for their dedication to fuel-efficient driving practices. Keep up the great work!
As an owner-operator who’s been behind the wheel for years, I’ve always wanted to get to a point where I could hire a driver and run the business, not just the truck. But I didn’t feel confident making that move until I took this course.
This Cost of Running a Truck course breaks everything down in a way that finally made sense — fuel consumption, fixed vs. variable truck expenses, trailer costs, and different driver pay structures. It opened my eyes to what it really costs to put someone else in my truck and still turn a profit.
What I appreciated most is how detailed but easy to follow everything was. Ronen walks through real-world numbers, gives examples from actual fleet operations, and explains what to watch out for when calculating your break-even point.
Before this course, I was just guessing what I could afford to pay a driver — now I know exactly what I need to charge per mile to stay profitable. If you’re like me and ready to start running your business like a business, not just a job, this course is a must.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed and positive review about our 'Cost of Running a Truck' course. We are glad to hear that the course was able to provide you with valuable insights and knowledge on how to efficiently manage your business and make the transition from being behind the wheel to running the business. We wish you all the best in your business endeavors and hope to continue providing you with valuable resources in the future.