ABADIDISPATCH

Trucking & Dispatch Blog

Practical answers for owner-operators, new authorities, and small fleets: getting your MC number, finding loads, rates, brokers, and running a profitable truck.

Dispatching

What Does a Truck Dispatcher Do? (And Do Owner-Operators Really Need One?)

What independent truck dispatchers actually handle for owner-operators, how they get paid, and how to tell if a dispatch service is worth it for your truck.

November 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Getting Started

How to Start a Trucking Company in 2026: A Checklist for New Owner-Operators

A practical startup checklist for owner-operators: business setup, authority, insurance, equipment, startup costs, and how to find your first loads.

November 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Getting Started

How to Get Your MC Number: Step-by-Step Guide to Your Own Trucking Authority

A plain-English walkthrough of getting your USDOT number and MC operating authority: costs, insurance, BOC-3, UCR, and the mistakes that delay new carriers.

November 8, 2026 · 4 min read