Trucking terms starting with F
Factoring Fee The charge a factor keeps for advancing and collecting on an invoice. Fifth Wheel The coupling plate on a tractor that connects to a trailer kingpin. Fixed Cost A cost that tends to stay due whether the truck runs many miles or sits, such as insurance or a truck payment. Flatbed An open-deck trailer used for freight that may be loaded from the top or sides. Fleet Card A payment card program designed for business vehicle expenses and controls. FMCSA Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the federal agency overseeing motor carrier safety. Four-Wheeler A passenger car or light vehicle. Freight Broker A licensed intermediary that arranges freight between shippers and motor carriers. Freight Class An LTL rating category tied to shipment characteristics such as density and handling. Freight Factoring Selling freight invoices to a factoring company for faster payment, minus agreed fees. Front Door Traffic or conditions ahead of a driver or convoy. FTL Full truckload, freight that uses or is priced as a full trailer. Fuel Advance An early advance intended to help cover fuel before the load is delivered or invoiced. Fuel Card A card or account used to buy diesel, DEF, reefer fuel, and related purchases under fleet controls. Fuel Controls Limits on card purchases, such as gallons, products, locations, driver IDs, or time windows. Fuel Island The fueling area at a truck stop where commercial trucks buy diesel, DEF, and related products. Fuel Network The truck stops and fueling locations where a fuel card is accepted or discounted. Fuel Surcharge A charge meant to offset fuel cost changes, usually shown separately or built into the rate. Fuel Surcharge Schedule A formula or table used to adjust freight charges when diesel prices change. Fuel Tax Tax connected to motor fuel use, often tracked by jurisdiction for interstate trucking. Full Grown Bear CB slang for a state trooper or higher-profile patrol officer. Full Truckload A shipment that uses a full trailer or is priced as a full trailer move.