Full Speed Ahead, Inc.

04/04/2025

02/10/2025

02/05/2025

Whether you’re gearing up for your first long haul or fine-tuning your setup after years on the road, having the right essentials makes all the difference. Here’s Part 2 your go-to list to keep you prepared, comfortable, and ready to tackle whatever the road throws your way.

Tire Pressure Gauge: Keep those tires in check to save money and stay safe.

Comfortable Clothing: Layers are your best friend for unpredictable weather.

Non-Perishables: Stock up on protein bars, nuts, and canned goods for quick energy.

Home-Cooked Meals: Bringing food from home isn’t just budget-friendly—it’s a healthier way to fuel up. Prepping simple dishes like grilled chicken, veggies, or hearty soups can save you from greasy takeout and keep your energy up on the road.

Hygiene Kit

Phone Charger & Power Bank: Your connection to the world.

01/24/2025

Why choose a Flatbed over a dry van or re**er?
📍Avoiding tight city stops
Less Congestion: Flatbed loads often go to construction sites, ports, or industrial locations situated outside busy city centers.
Easier Maneuvering: Fewer narrow streets and tricky docks mean you can spend more time driving on open roads and less time dealing with tight turns.
📍Open-space deliveries
Wider Drop-Off Zones: Deliveries typically occur at spacious job sites or yards, reducing the stress of backing into cramped warehouse docks.
Stress-Free Experience: More open surroundings allow for smoother operations and a simpler unloading process.

01/09/2025

What’s your essential tool that you always use during the trip?

12/23/2024

Do you agree?

12/11/2024

What’s your go-to-tip to make your journey smooth and enjoyable? Share in comments!

12/04/2024

Flatbed drivers transport a wide range of freight—everything from lumber and steel to machinery and oversized loads. This variety keeps the job interesting compared to the more repetitive nature of hauling boxed goods in dry vans or temperature-sensitive loads in re**ers.

No appointment hassles: Unlike re**er or dry van loads, which often have strict delivery windows or long wait times at warehouses, flatbed loads tend to have more flexible schedules. Drivers often spend less time waiting to load or unload.
Less night driving: Flatbed deliveries often happen during daylight hours since many shippers and receivers don’t operate 24/7 like grocery warehouses.

04/08/2024

We got caught in a scam. This is our story, and the lessons we learned could be your safeguard.

Learn how a trucking company fought a scam and get tips on avoiding fraud. Simple advice for truckers on staying safe and knowing what to do if scammed.