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Trucking Fleets Grow for Third Consecutive Month as Driver Turnover Falls

Trucking Fleets Grow for Third Consecutive Month as Driver Turnover Falls Published: October 2nd, 2026 Key Takeaways Who Is This For? This report is for trucking-company owners, executives, CFOs, controllers, HR leaders and payroll professionals who want to understand what is happening with driver employment, pay and turnover. The information comes from anonymized payroll data […]

Do You Need a TMS Integration to Outsource Payroll for Your Trucking Company?

Do You Need a TMS Integration to Outsource Payroll for Your Trucking Company? Published: September 30th, 2026 Executive Summary If you are considering outsourcing payroll for your trucking company, one of your first questions may be: Does the payroll company integrate with our TMS? It is an important question, but it may not be the

What We Don’t Do (And Why): A Different Approach to Trucking Payroll

Published: August 17th, 2026 Executive Summary Choosing a payroll company usually means asking what the provider does. But sometimes the better questions are about what they won’t do. At Superior Trucking Payroll Service, we provide payroll for trucking companies, which means we have deliberately decided not to do certain things that are common in the payroll industry. We

Driver Pay Hits an All-Time High in May 2026: What It Means for Your Trucking Company

Published by Superior Trucking Payroll Service | June 2026 Last Updated: August 7th, 2026 Executive Summary Truck driver pay continues to climb in 2026, reaching a new all-time high according to the STPS Driver Pay Index. The May 2026 index reading of 157.14 surpasses the previous record set during the freight boom of 2023 and

Get Your Truck Featured on Our Wall of Fame!

Last Updated : August 31st, 2026 You work hard. Your truck should be seen. As a driver or trucking company owner, you spend long hours on the road. Your truck isn’t just a vehicle — it’s your workplace, your pride, and a big part of your life. But too often, no one sees or celebrates

Get a Quote for Trucking Payroll: What Happens Next?

Last Updated: August 31st, 2026 Have you ever wondered what happens after you ask to “Get a Quote” for trucking payroll? Are you worried the process will be confusing, time-consuming, or full of hidden fees? Getting a quote can feel like stepping into the unknown. Will it give you the answers you need? Or will

When a Trucking Payroll Service Like Ours Isn’t the Right Choice

updated 5/16/2025 If you run a trucking company, choosing the right payroll service is a big deal. You need a provider who understands your industry, your people, and the challenges of trucking payroll. Getting your drivers paid correctly and on time is top priority. But here’s the truth: We’re not the best fit for every

Does Trucking Payroll Cost More? Not Always – Here’s Why

Have you ever looked at a trucking-specific service and thought, “That’s probably too expensive for a small company like mine”? Do you feel like payroll companies are built for big fleets — and you’re left to figure it out on your own? I hear that a lot. And honestly, I understand it. My name is

The Right Trucking Payroll Service for Trucking Companies

Managing payroll for a trucking company is a challenge like no other. You’re not just dealing with wages—you’re managing complex pay types, calculating pay for multiple loads, and trying to keep your trucks rolling. Are you tired of trying to explain your trucking company to a payroll provider that just doesn’t get it? Or worse,

What Documents Trucking Companies Need to Start Payroll Outsourcing

Managing payroll as a trucking company can feel like a relentless juggling act. Beyond the daily grind of coordinating schedules, meeting delivery deadlines, and addressing driver needs, ensuring accurate payroll processing adds another layer of complexity. Tax compliance, timely payments, and handling deductions can quickly become overwhelming—leaving you stretched thin and frustrated. That’s why outsourcing