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B
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Backhaul
A load or cargo carried on the return trip after delivering a previous load.
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Bill of Lading (BOL)
A document that details the shipment, including the contents, destination, and other relevant information.
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Bobtail
Driving a tractor without a trailer attached.
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A specialized driver's license required to operate commercial vehicles.
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Deadhead
The distance a truck travels without a paying load or cargo.
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Dispatch
The process of assigning drivers and vehicles to specific loads and routes.
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DOT
Abbreviation for the Department of Transportation, the government agency that regulates the trucking industry.
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Drop and Hook
The process of dropping off a trailer and picking up another pre-loaded trailer without waiting for it to be loaded or unloaded.
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Freight Broker
An intermediary who connects shippers with carriers to arrange transportation of goods.
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Hours of Service (HOS)
Regulations that limit the number of hours a truck driver can operate a vehicle within a given timeframe.
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Load Board
An online platform or service where carriers can find available loads to transport.
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Logbook
A record of a driver's duty status, including driving time, breaks, and rest periods, used to ensure compliance with HOS regulations.
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LTL
Abbreviation for Less Than Truckload, referring to shipments that don't fill an entire truck and are combined with other shipments.
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Reefer
Short for refrigerated truck or trailer, used to transport temperature-sensitive cargo.
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Scale House
A facility where trucks are weighed to ensure compliance with weight limits.
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Sleeper Berth
A compartment in the cab of a truck where the driver can rest or sleep.
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Tanker
A truck or trailer designed for transporting liquid or bulk cargo, such as fuel or chemicals.
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Tarping
The process of securing a tarp over a flatbed trailer's load to protect it from the elements.
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Tractor-Trailer
A combination vehicle consisting of a truck (tractor) and a trailer designed to carry goods.
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Weigh Station
A designated area along a highway where trucks are inspected for compliance with safety and weight regulations.
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