Last-mile delivery strategy describes the part of logistics that gets the cargo to its final destination. Usually where it’s picked up by grocery stores or consumers. It can be one of the most important steps in the logistics process, because … Read More
Though this might be surprising to some, carriers are often called upon to perform services other than just driving. Drivers may have to load or unload trailers, wrap pallets, or make additional stops. Unexpected changes to a freight bill due to inadvertent transportation accessorial charges can … Read More
Shipping an oversized load of anything from steel items to equipment can be complicated and a bit burdensome. Oversized freight is considered as any freight that is more than 8 ½ feet wide and 13 ½ feet high and is … Read More
The International Road check hosted by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is set to commence between June 5 and June 7, 2018, so get ready! During the 3 day event, inspectors of commercial motor vehicles across North America will … Read More
There are a lot of different elements involved in running a successful truckload company; however, one of the most important components is order fulfillment. Order Fulfillment Order fulfillment refers process that is involved with receiving, processing, and delivering products that … Read More
Ringing in the New Year means starting fresh and anticipating big changes for future. Truck drivers may be looking forward to 2018 more than anyone. Truckload rates are going up due to a number of different factors. That means that drivers … Read More
Tesla revealed the much anticipated, brand-new electric semi-truck. The sleek, silver model still looks like a traditional semi, but also like a vehicle out of the future—and it even runs on sunlight. The electric semi-truck boasts many new features that … Read More
Private and Dedicated Fleets No matter the company, the ability to compete in a challenging economic climate is a necessity, and the amount of time, money, and energy they spend on finding new ways to do this is exponential. Companies that … Read More
Since inauguration day on January 20, President Trump has signed a number of executive orders, including a few that will affect current U.S. federal regulations. What does this mean for the trucking industry and trucking regulations? Let’s examine. While proposed … Read More
The American Trucking Association projects that the trucking industry is poised for serious growth by 2022. The forecast suggests that overall revenue for the trucking industry will rise almost 66% and tonnage will increase 24% by 2022. However, 2016’s economy … Read More