The Changing Face of the American Trucker
February 22, 2012
Today’s truck drivers adhere to tight delivery schedules, keep abreast of ever-changing laws and regulations, comply with a variety of paperwork and tax requirements, and know how to use a variety of technology. As a result, the stereotypical tough-guy trucker is no longer the norm. Even the idea that a trucker is a middle-aged man alone ...
Tips to an Easy and Stress-Free Tax Season for Truckers
February 20, 2012
As an owner-operator, being your own boss means you’re in charge of every aspect of your trucking business—including your taxes. But filing your taxes doesn’t have to be a big headache. Here are some simple tips that will make filing this year’s tax return easier: • Round up your records. Make sure you keep all of ...
Employee Spotlight: Matt Srnec
February 17, 2012
Meet Matt Srnec, Mobile Systems Manager, based at our Eden Prairie, MN headquarters. Matt has been with Xata for over six years. What, exactly, do you do at Xata? I manage the technical hardware content for Xata’s mobile systems. I also work as part of a SCRUM team within Xata, and with Xata suppliers and customers including ...
Tax Relief for Truckers
February 16, 2012
For owner-operators, the beginning of a new year is more than a time to celebrate. It’s a time to start thinking about taxes. Even though the IRS says you don’t have to complete them until the April deadline, now’s the time to take action. Doing so can save you money—and also prevent headaches later on. Trucker ...
Heart Disease Prevention on the Road
February 14, 2012
Cardiovascular disease is the cause of one U.S. death every 38 seconds. That staggering statistic has led to February being declared American Heart Month with the goal of educating people about the dangers of heart disease and advocating for heart health. There are many heart disease risk factors which are common among America’s truckers. Taking steps ...
Employee Spotlight: Tony Poetz
February 10, 2012
Meet Tony Poetz, Technical Communications Specialist, based at our Eden Prairie, MN headquarters. Tony has been with Xata since Halloween of last year, and mentioned that one of his earliest Xata memories is seeing someone in a 6-foot tall penguin costume waddling through the development area! What, exactly, do you do at Xata? I gather complex information ...
How to Make Winter Parking Safe for Truckers
February 9, 2012
Blinding snowstorms, icy road conditions and strong winds are hazards drivers can look forward to in the winter months. And while many parts of the nation have had unseasonably warm weather and a marked lack of snow, there’s still plenty of time for winter to arrive. Of course, the safest thing you can do when encountering ...
Help St. Christopher Fund Support Truckers in Need
February 7, 2012
In January, when we mentioned we wanted to do a social fundraiser, we asked you for your non-profit recommendations. “St. Christopher Fund!!! No question about it!!!” Greg Cameron’s comment was echoed throughout XataNation; the consensus was clear. About St. Christopher Fund for Truckers Since 2007, St. Christopher Fund has been providing financial assistance to professional truck drivers who are ...
