Relative Costs of Starting HotShot Operation

How Much Does It Cost to Get Started in HotShot Trucking?

How Much Does it Cost to Get Started in Hot Shot Trucking? If you’re considering diving into the world of hot shot trucking, you’re likely wondering about the costs involved. Hot shot trucking can be a lucrative venture, but it’s essential to understand the financial investment required to get started. In this guide, we’ll break down the expenses associated with hot shot trucking, including equipment, insurance, initial investment, and potential earnings. What is Hot Shot

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When loading a trailer, keep the load centered and balanced

How to Load Your Trailer for Safe Weight Distribution

How to Load Your Trailer for Safe Weight Distribution So, you’ve just joined the league of trailer enthusiasts, or maybe you’re eyeing that shiny new trailer at the dealership. Either way, congratulations! Before you hit the road with your gooseneck trailer and start tackling those hot shot loads or embark on your next big trailer-hauled adventure, it’s crucial to understand the ins and outs of loading for safe weight distribution. This isn’t just about tossing

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MidState's form to derate a trailer

How to Derate a Trailer

How to Derate a Trailer If you’re knee-deep in the hot shot trucking world, you’ve probably scratched your head over the concept of derating a trailer. What’s more, navigating the world of trailer regulations can feel like tiptoeing through a regulatory minefield. Why in the world would you want to mess with that shiny GVWR label plastered on the side of your trailer? Seems like something best left as is, no? Well, buckle up because

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Hotshot trucker with a load that requires quick turnaround

What is Hot Shot Trucking?

If you’ve landed on this article, you’ve probably heard the buzz about hot shot trucking, but you’re not quite sure what it’s all about. Maybe you’ve never even heard the term hot shot trucking until now, and are curious to see what it is. Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Hot shotting is a niche in the trucking world that’s gaining popularity, and if you’re itching to dive in but don’t know where to start, well,

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An exploration of trailer hitch types

An exploration of the different types of trailer hitches for commercial trailers

So, you’ve decided it’s time to step into the commercial trailer game. Maybe you’re getting into hot shot trucking, or perhaps you just need to move some serious weight. Either way, you know you need the right trailer hitch for your truck. But with so many options out there, it’s easy to feel a bit lost. No need to stress. In this guide, we’re going to break down the different types of trailer hitches, focusing

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5th wheel trailer hitch

Gooseneck vs 5th Wheel Hitches

If you’re in the market for a trailer, you’re about to embark on a journey that can open up a world of possibilities in terms of motorway logistics. What you may already be aware of is how much noise there is out there; most companies would rather upsell you on an ill-fitting trailer, rather than find one that actually suits your needs. Here at Mid State Trailers, we do things a little differently. Whether you’re

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equipment trailers and deckovers have different deck heights

Deckovers vs Equipment Trailers

DECKOVERS vs EQUIPMENT TRAILERS Are you on the lookout for your first trailer? You’ve probably encountered terms like “deckover” and “equipment trailer,” but figuring out the difference between them can be puzzling. Fret not, for the team here at Mid State Trailers has you covered! In this blog post, we’ll demystify the differences between deckover trailers and equipment trailers, empowering you to make an informed choice for your unique business needs.  Understanding Deckover Trailers and

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Which Trailer is Ideal for What I’m Towing?

So, you need a trailer. Perhaps it’s finally time to expand the family business. You held strong during the challenges of the pandemic and now you’re ready to spread your reach. Gone are the days when your livelihood could fit in the back of a pickup, whether that be anything from landscaping to hot shot trucking. Whatever your use case, one thing has become clear: It’s time for an upgrade. No one knows what your

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What does it mean to de-rate a trailer?

What Does it Mean to De-rate a Trailer?

If you’re in the market for a trailer, you may have come across the term “de-rating” during your research. While you may be feeling the urge to pull out your trucking encyclopedia and flip to the glossary, there’s no need – the team at Mid State trailers has you covered. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what tailor de-rating means, explaining the process and its practical implications for hot shotters and anyone else looking

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Financing Your Trailer

Are you itching to hit the open road or find your perfect escape in the great outdoors with a trusty trailer by your side? Whether you’re yearning for adventures out of the bed of a trailer, or trying to expand your business into new markets, it’s all too easy to find yourself instead bogged down by financial happenstance. If that sounds like you, then financing your trailer through a straightforward, simple interest loan might just

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Relative Costs of Starting HotShot Operation

How Much Does It Cost to Get Started in HotShot Trucking?

How Much Does it Cost to Get Started in Hot Shot Trucking If you 8217 re considering diving into the world of hot shot trucking you 8217 re likely wondering about the costs involved Hot shot trucking can be a lucrative venture but it 8217 s essential to understand the financial investment required to get started In this guide we 8217 ll break hellip

When loading a trailer, keep the load centered and balanced

How to Load Your Trailer for Safe Weight Distribution

How to Load Your Trailer for Safe Weight Distribution So you 8217 ve just joined the league of trailer enthusiasts or maybe you 8217 re eyeing that shiny new trailer at the dealership Either way congratulations Before you hit the road with your gooseneck trailer and start tackling those hot shot loads or embark on your next big trailer hauled hellip

MidState's form to derate a trailer

How to Derate a Trailer

How to Derate a Trailer If you 8217 re knee deep in the hot shot trucking world you 8217 ve probably scratched your head over the concept of derating a trailer What s more navigating the world of trailer regulations can feel like tiptoeing through a regulatory minefield Why in the world would you want to mess with that shiny GVWR hellip

Hotshot trucker with a load that requires quick turnaround

What is Hot Shot Trucking?

If you ve landed on this article you 8217 ve probably heard the buzz about hot shot trucking but you 8217 re not quite sure what it 8217 s all about Maybe you ve never even heard the term hot shot trucking until now and are curious to see what it is Don 8217 t worry you 8217 re not alone Hot shotting is a niche in hellip

An exploration of trailer hitch types

An exploration of the different types of trailer hitches for commercial trailers

So you 8217 ve decided it 8217 s time to step into the commercial trailer game Maybe you 8217 re getting into hot shot trucking or perhaps you just need to move some serious weight Either way you know you need the right trailer hitch for your truck But with so many options out there it 8217 s easy to feel a bit hellip