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Buying a semi truck as an owner operator

New or used, what to inspect, how to finance it, and the lease purchase traps.

Owner operator inspecting the engine of a used semi truck on a dealer lot
A used tractor with the hood tilted forward on a dealer lot. Illustrative image.

Other guides

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Get Started

Every step from company driver to your own truck, in the right order.

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Loads & Rates

Load boards, brokers, rate confirmations and freight that actually pays.

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Money & Taxes

Cost per mile, factoring, fuel, per diem and taxes, so you keep more of every load.

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