Travel businesses can be lucrative for investors in North Carolina who are interested in startups. When an entrepreneur is thinking about opening a travel business, it is important that they plan in such a way that the business will likely be worth millions if it is...
Month: October 2017
Employment issues to consider when selling a company
North Carolina business owners may spend a lot of time preparing their books and refining marketing strategies. While these tactics may help the company get a higher price when it is put up for sale, other issues may also need to be addressed. For instance, if may be...
Driving next to large trucks
Some North Carolina motorists may be reluctant to drive next to 18-wheelers and other large trucks. However, there are certain steps they can take to remain safe when sharing the road with these vehicles.Drivers should refrain from speeding up when a large truck is...
Congress still pushing for trucker sleep apnea rule
Truck drivers in North Carolina and across the United States may see a new sleep apnea testing rule in their industry. Earlier this year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration scrapped a rule that would give medical examiners a specific set of criteria for...
Being a franchise owner
Prospective entrepreneurs in North Carolina have a few options when it comes to being a business owner. They may opt to establish an independent entity or purchase a franchise. With franchises, there are multiple factors they should consider.Careful thought should be...
Truckers’ health and road safety
Motorists in North Carolina who are apprehensive about driving near large commercial trucks may be interested to know that the health of the truck driver is a factor in road safety. In fact, according to a study conducted by a university, commercial truck drivers who...
Steps to take when purchasing a franchise
North Carolina residents may be able to achieve their dream of being an entrepreneur by buying an existing franchise as opposed to starting a business from scratch. When a franchise is purchased, the business owner acquires a license to use another company's products...
Bendix products may protect trucks from collisions
At the recent North American Commercial Vehicle Show, Bendix introduced several new safety products and updates for commercial trucks. Their Intellipark system in particular can prevent incidents commonly known as rollaways, which occur when drivers leave their trucks...