Trucking glossary
Plain-English definitions of trucking, operations, freight, compliance and financial terms.
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Bill of Lading
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Rate Confirmation
Accessorial Charge
Detention
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Deadhead Miles
Backhaul
Headhaul
Rate Per Mile
Cost Per Mile
Operating Ratio
Fixed Costs
Variable Costs
Hours of Service
34-Hour Restart
Electronic Logging Device
DOT Audit
Driver Qualification File
Motor Vehicle Record
CSA Score
Roadside Inspection
Out of Service Order
Commercial Driver's License
DOT Medical Card
Hazmat Endorsement
TWIC Card
MC Number
USDOT Number
BMC-91 Filing
Cargo Insurance
Freight Claim
Freight Factoring
Quick Pay
Days to Pay
Freight Invoice
Fuel Surcharge
Driver Settlement
Driver Escrow
Per-Mile Pay
Percentage Pay
Lease Purchase
Transportation Management System
Dispatch
Load Board
Spot Rate
Contract Rate
Drayage
Container Per Diem
Demurrage
Chassis
Reefer
Set Point
Pre-Cool
Dry Van
Flatbed
Step Deck
Removable Gooseneck
Heavy Haul
Oversize Load
Pilot Car
Cargo Securement
Tarp Pay
Less Than Truckload
Full Truckload
Freight Class
NMFC Code
Intermodal
Expedited Freight
Team Drivers
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Gross Combination Weight Rating
International Registration Plan
Apportioned Plate
Unified Carrier Registration
Heavy Vehicle Use Tax
Bobtail
Drop and Hook
Live Load
Consignee
Shipper
Freight Broker
Carrier Packet
Notice of Assignment
Trip Sheet
Preventive Maintenance
Driver Vehicle Inspection Report
Annual DOT Inspection
Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
Estimated Time of Arrival
Check Call