If you’ve been in the driver’s seat for any length of time, you already know: the road has gotten rough. Unpredictable freight, squeezed margins, and a market that feels like it’s been stuck in a holding pattern. They’re more than just industry headlines. They’re the real-life challenges owner-operators and small fleet owners face every day. And for many, it can feel like you’re out there fighting this fight alone.

In the most recent episodes of the Success in Trucking Podcast, Jeff Tacker, Executive Vice President, COO, and CCO, pulled back the curtain on how ES is helping independent contractors and small fleet owners not just survive, but thrive, in today’s market. His message was clear: just because you’re independent does not mean you should have to go it alone in this industry. We invite you to listen to the podcast episode that is part of our Spotlight, and we also invite you to listen to Part 2 of our conversation with Jeff.

At its core, ES is about community. Not just in name, but in action. From day one, we’ve looked at trucking from the ground up. The tools, services, and relationships that our community members leverage start at the truck level, or as Jeff puts it, “We focus on what drivers actually need to be successful: good equipment, great partners, meaningful support, and access to real savings.”

Partnerships That Prioritize Stability
It means partnering with stable, freight-rich motor carriers who are invested in your success.

Savings That Improve Your Bottom Line
It means helping community members cut down on major operating costs like fuel, insurance, and maintenance.

Support That Lightens the Load
It means having someone in your corner who can help you make sense of your cash flow, keep your business running smoothly, and take some of that weight off your shoulders.

But maybe most importantly, it means that you Never Stand Alone. Jeff referred to ES as a “shelter in the storm,” and for many in the ES community, that’s exactly what it feels like.

This isn’t about selling trucks or pushing a pitch. It’s about showing up, listening, and putting real tools into the hands of the people who’ve chosen trucking as not just a job, but a livelihood.

Feeling the pressure? You don’t have to go it alone. Call (877) 349-9303 and let ES help you build a more stable, successful trucking business—starting today.

Catch the full conversation with Jeff using the links below.
Listen to Podcast Part 1
Listen to Podcast Part 2