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The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

We've run our own dedicated CA–PA lane for over a...

E - Team M2GTSeptember 15, 2026

Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop: A Trucker’s Review

E - Team M2GTSeptember 6, 2026

Dolly Parton’s name is on a lot of things. Most...

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Taxes for 1099 Truck Drivers: The 2026 Guide

E - Team M2GTJuly 31, 2026

The first tax season as a 1099 driver catches almost...

M2GT Severely cracked and damaged highway surface on I-70.

Is I-70 the Worst Highway in America? Here’s How to Dodge It

E - Team M2GTJuly 20, 2026

I-70 isn't all bad — but the Indiana stretch has...

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How Much Does It Cost to Get Your Own Authority?

E - Team M2GTJune 13, 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Get Your Own Authority?...

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How to Get Your Own Authority: The Complete Owner-Operator Setup Guide

E - Team M2GTJune 5, 2026

The honest, step-by-step guide to getting your own trucking authority...

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What Is Expedited Freight?

E - Team M2GTMay 31, 2026

Expedited freight runs on a different rhythm than OTR —...

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My Dog is Traffic Stopping Handsome!

E - Team M2GTApril 12, 2026

My Dog is Traffic Stopping Handsome! No really! You don’t...

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Understanding Your ELD and Hours of Service Rules

E - Team M2GTMarch 25, 2026

Your ELD and Hours of Service rules aren't optional —...

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Truck Driver Tax Deductions: The 2026 List for 1099 and Owner-Operators

E - Team M2GTMarch 1, 2026

Truckers and owner-operators leave real money on the table every...

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1099 vs W-2 for Truck Drivers: The Real 2026 Tax Math

E - Team M2GTFebruary 28, 2026

The benefits of 1099 vs W-2 can net savvy drivers...

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Per Diem: 2026 Rates and Rate History for Truck Drivers

E - Team M2GTFebruary 28, 2026

What is trucking per diem? We break down the 2026...

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Truck Parking in Highway Rest Areas: Pros, Cons and Tips

E - Team M2GTJanuary 5, 2026

Highway rest areas are free, convenient truck parking — but...

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