Owner-operators are often characterized by their rugged independence. These skilled and experienced professionals provide their own equipment, set their own rates, and make their own rules. Owner-operators who are wary of the changing market can align with larger carriers as contractors, allowing them to keep their trucks and still preserve control of their businesses.
“Owner-operators and fleet owners should be encouraged not to give up on their business” Marcus Schneider, CRST’s director of...
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