1099 or W-2? Which type of driver is best to grow your fleet?

February 10, 2023

There are a lot of differences between a W-2 and 1099 truck driver that should be considered before deciding what’s right for you.

The Cliffs Notes version is, W-2 drivers can get paid benefits and have less to worry about come tax season, whereas 1099 drivers can earn a little bit more money because of tax write-offs and they have more control over how they run and distribute their money.

Whether someone is classified as a 1099 independent contractor or a W-2 employee depends on three major categories:

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