One of the benefits of being a owner driver is that you are paid more in less time than employed company drivers mainly because you do not have to pay for drivers.
Moreover, having a flexible schedule is probably one of the greatest benefit in becoming an owner driver since you have the opportunity to arrange the most convenient schedule for you. By have the liberty to manage your time, owner drivers have a great work-life balance as you get to decide when to work and when to spend personal time with friends and family.
Overall, there in an increasing demand on the trucking industry in New Zealand which in turn gives owner drivers a lot of opportunities to make more money with an ideal work environment and control.
Updated on 19 May 2016