Safe Driving Tips for Heavy Hauls

Driving a large truck isn’t like driving a minivan. That’s evident in the type of license you need to operate a commercial truck. To get behind the wheel of a large truck, like an 18-wheeler, you must obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The CDL consists of a general knowledge test and a skills test. …

Is Heavy Haul the Right Job for You?

While a career in specialized hauling services can certainly be rewarding, it might not be for everyone. If you naturally possess certain qualities, though, you might find that making the transition to being a full-time truck driver suits you very well. There are two characteristics you will likely need to have: Patience: This is probably …

Top Four Qualities of a Heavy Haul Contractor

Heavy hauling is not for the faint of heart. When you’re transporting thousands of pounds of equipment, it’s essential that you use a skilled, experienced and reliable service. For heavy hauling services in Aurora, CO, the company you’ll want to work with is Osage Specialized Transport. We have over 40 years of experience in the …

Tips for Heavy Equipment Moving

Heavy equipment is an essential piece of the puzzle for a variety of commercial, industrial and agricultural companies. Large machinery can move huge quantities, significantly increase productivity and complete tasks that would be virtually impossible otherwise. Although there is a significant demand and need for heavy equipment, it can sometimes be a challenge to get …

Winter Driving and Heavy Haul Trucking

Brr! Do you feel that chill in the air? Winter is officially upon us. This season means different things to different people—snowball fights and snow days, the chance to cozy up by the fire, skiing and snowboarding trips and a sign that Christmas and Hanukkah are approaching. Whatever winter means to you, we hope you …

An Overview of Flatbed vs. Heavy Haul Trucking in Denver, CO

When you are transporting a product from one place to another, you have to consider a wide variety of factors. The time, cost and efficiency of transportation can vary widely depending on which transportation option you choose, so it’s important to carefully consider and weigh your various options before making a decision. If you’re considering …

How to Haul Construction Equipment Safely & Quickly

The trucking industry plays a vital role in the United States economy. Trucks deliver over 10 billion tons of commodities worth over $700 billion. Virtually every product used daily is carried by trucks during some portion of its product life, whether as a raw material or as a finished good. Trucks are also used for …

Traits the Nation’s Top Heavy Haul Trucking Companies Possess

What Is Heavy Hauling? Heavy hauling is the transporting of overweight or oversized freight. Moving items like heavy machinery, large tractors, modular homes, and any other overweight and oversize freight requires specialized equipment and extra permits. Shipping oversize cargo is not as straight forward as shipping regular freight. With the legal requirements to ship overweight …

How Much Weight Can a Semi-Truck Carry

At least 71% of the freight moved around in the US happens on trucks. The federal government regulates the amount of weight that a semi-truck can carry. There are two types of semi-trucks: single axle and double axle semi-trucks. When talking about the truck, the weight adds up to about 80,000 pounds including the trailer’s …

Tax Deductions for Truck Drivers & Expense Tracking

Expense tracking for truckers who get paid with a W-2 became a lot easier in recent years. Whether tax deductions got smaller, that is a different story, and can depend on a few factors. Let’s look at some of the recent changes in the tax laws, how they help and hurt truckers, and at what …