More Loads. More Money. Less Headache.
Dispatch Pro Lab is your all-in-one hub for load board strategy, fuel savings, DOT compliance, and dispatch training — everything you need to run your rig like a real business.
Everything You Need on the Road
Free tools built for truckers — no subscription required for the basics.
Fuel Prices
Live diesel prices by PADD region and nearest stations.
DOT Compliance
Driver credentials, HOS rules, and violation tracking.
Fleet Maintenance
Schedule PMs, track repairs, and manage costs.
CAT Scales
Log weigh-ins, track axle weights, and stay legal.
Truck Wash
Track wash history, costs, and per-truck schedule.
Truck Stops
Find stops, log fuel, and check amenities by chain.
GPS Tracking
Monitor driver locations on a live fleet map.
Parking & Scales
Find truck parking and weigh station locations.
Load Documents
BOLs, rate confirmations, and PODs in one place.
Tax Tracker
Track every mile, expense, and deduction all year.
DOT Physical
Find FMCSA-certified examiners and log your med card.
Fuel Prices
Real-time EIA data by PADD region, updated weekly.
Here’s what you actually get out of this.
Find Better Loads, Faster
Learn to work load boards like a pro — spot the high-paying lanes, dodge the cheap freight, and keep your wheels turning profitably. No more guessing, no more leaving money on the table.
Stay Legal, Stay Rolling
DOT inspections, HOS rules, pre-trip checklists — we break it all down so you're never caught off guard at a weigh station. Keep your CDL clean and your record clean.
You've Got a Crew
Connect with owner-operators, company drivers, and small fleet owners who actually get what you're dealing with. Real answers from real people — not just Google results.
Lonnie Patman
Founder, Dispatch Pro Lab
Built from experience, not theory.
I’m Lonnie Patman. I built Dispatch Pro Lab because I got tired of watching good drivers struggle with the same problems I did — finding quality loads, staying DOT-compliant, keeping track of expenses, and not knowing who to ask for straight answers.
There’s a lot of noise out there. Overpriced courses, Facebook groups full of bad advice, and YouTube channels that teach the basics but never the stuff that actually costs you money.
This is different. Everything inside Dispatch Pro Lab is built around one question: what does a driver actually need to make more money and keep fewer headaches? Whether you’re getting your CDL, running your first load, or managing a small fleet — there’s something here for you. Glad you’re here.
DOT Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist
PDF — instant download
Get Your Free DOT Pre-Trip Checklist
Used by 1,000s of drivers to pass inspections and avoid violations. Download free — no credit card needed.
Tools that pay for themselves the first time you use them.
Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist
Never get caught off-guard at a DOT inspection again.
This isn't just a list — it's your roadside insurance. Organized by system (engine, brakes, tires, lights, trailer), it walks you through every checkpoint before you roll. Inspectors look for the same things every time — now you will too. One avoided violation more than pays for this.
Trucker Logbook Template
Your hours-of-service records, clean and inspection-ready every single day.
Built around the standard 7-day duty-status grid, this template keeps your HOS tracking tight and organized so you always know exactly where you stand on your 70-hour clock — before an inspector asks. No more scrambling, no more violations from sloppy logs. Stay legal, stay moving.
Owner-Operator Tax Tracker
Stop overpaying Uncle Sam — track every mile, every expense, every deduction.
Built specifically for owner-operators and small fleet owners running their own books. Track income, fuel costs, maintenance, per diem, and mileage every month — then roll it all up at tax season without the headache. Covers 12 monthly trackers, quarterly summaries, and a full mileage log. Your accountant will thank you.
Industry Stats That Matter
Stay Road-Ready
Current info every driver needs before they roll.
Fuel Prices This Week
National average diesel: $3.89/gal. PADD 3 (Gulf Coast) lowest at $3.72. Check our live fuel tracker for real-time prices by region.
Learn MoreHOS Rule Reminder
The 30-minute break requirement applies after 8 consecutive hours of driving. Short-haul exemption: drivers within 150 air miles, return same day.
Learn MoreScale House Tips
Always weigh before you roll. Overweight fines start at $150/lb over limit in most states. Use our scale directory to find the nearest CAT Scale.
Learn MoreBuilt for the Road
Every feature designed around what truckers actually need.
WHAT TRUCKERS ARE SAYING
Real drivers. Real results. No fluff.
“Dispatch Pro Lab saved me on a DOT roadside check. Had the pre-trip checklist downloaded and ready — inspector was impressed. Worth every penny at $9.”
Marcus T.
Owner-Operator — Atlanta, GA
“I passed my CDL exam on the first try after going through the prep course. The modules are straight to the point — no fluff, just what you actually need to know.”
Deja R.
CDL Student — Houston, TX
“Running 6 trucks and the tax tracker alone pays for itself. My accountant couldn’t believe how organized my mileage and expense records were this year.”
Ray “Big Rig” Holloway
Fleet Owner — Memphis, TN
“The GPS tools and fuel finder save me probably $50-$80 a week in fuel costs. Pro Driver membership is a no-brainer if you’re out on the road full time.”
Alicia V.
Company Driver — Chicago, IL
“Took the Dispatch Training Basics course and landed my first dispatch client within 2 weeks. The load board strategies section is gold.”
James K.
Dispatcher — Dallas, TX
Join the Community
Real drivers sharing load tips, compliance advice, and fuel alerts — every day.
Mike T.
Pro DriverAnyone running I-70 through Kansas? DAT had a solid reefer load Columbus → Denver paying $3.10/mi this morning but it filled fast.
LoadsDarnell R.
Fleet OwnerFuel alert: Pilot in Amarillo TX on I-40 dropped to $3.49/gal diesel this morning. Worth a stop if you’re running through.
FuelJake P.
Pro DriverJust got my CDL-A last month and landed my first O/O lease. Any advice for a new owner-operator just getting started with load boards?
IntroductionsPick the level that fits where you’re at right now.
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Built by a trucker, for truckers.
Dispatch Pro Lab exists because good trucking knowledge shouldn’t cost you a consulting fee or get buried in a Facebook group where nobody agrees on anything. Lonnie built this for the driver who’s out there grinding every week trying to figure it out — the new CDL holder, the owner-operator watching their margins, the dispatcher learning the ropes. This is a real community built around real people who share what’s actually working out on the road.
Run your operation like a real business.
CRM, dispatching, quoting, invoicing, and financials — all in one place.
Dispatch Board
Create and manage loads, assign drivers, track status from available to delivered. Auto-generated load numbers, full rate tracking.
Financial Dashboard
Revenue charts, invoice stats, load value by status, and P&L summary — all from live data.
Payroll Management
Create driver pay runs, track hours and loads, calculate net pay with bonuses and deductions, and manage payment methods — all in one place. Export to text for your records.
GPS Tracking
Monitor driver locations, status, speed, and active load assignments on a visual fleet map. No external API required.
DOT Compliance
Track driver credentials, expirations, violations
Fuel & IFTA
Log fuel purchases, IFTA state summaries
Fleet Maintenance
Schedule PMs, track repairs and costs
Load Documents
BOLs, rate confirmations, PODs in one place
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Built by a trucker, for truckers — backed by a growing community across TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook sharing real tips from real miles.