If you’re learning about logistics or are already in the industry, you’re likely familiar with the concept of dry van trucking. Dry van trucking are the most common trailers used for shipping. They refer to large empty boxes that are … Read More
Transportation is not only important to the everyday worker who needs to get to and from their place of employment each day, but it also plays a huge part in many businesses. It is a large piece of the supply … Read More
The two most common types of road freight shipment include less than truckload (LTL freight) and full truckload (often simply referred to as ‘truckload’) shipping. Trying to decide between LTL vs Truckload Freight Shipment options can be tough, especially if … Read More
LTL shipping is the smart and economical shipping method for any company that needs to transport freight weighing between 100 pounds and 10,000 pounds. Or to make it even simpler, it’s the most cost-effective way for companies who don’t ship … Read More
An LTL Freight Carrier is a type of shipping for relatively light loads. The letters LTL here stand for ‘Less than Truck Load’, suggesting a smaller freight that could fit into a van or potentially even a car. Parcel carriers … Read More
Less Than Truckload shipping is a logistics industry term referring to shipments that are less than a full cargo load, and often transported alongside other shipments during the same trip. This allows for more cost effective load, and has a … Read More
It can definitely be challenging when you are truck driver & staying fit on road. However, there are a few strategies out there that may help. Let’s take a look at some of the ways that you can try to … Read More
Capacity crunch is something that can affect industries throughout the world. While all types of transportation can feel the effect of a capacity crunch, it is typically ground transit that will suffer the biggest effects. This includes full truckload, less … Read More
Experts recommend that drivers make a scheduled stop at least once every twenty minutes, especially when they’re undertaking a particularly long journey. Of course, you can’t just stop next to the side of the road and that’s why rest stops … Read More
Negotiating better rates for pricing LTL (or Less Than Truckload) cargo shipments can be tricky. It can also be the difference between a supplier choosing you or choosing your competitor instead. In business, negotiating skills really matter. Here’s how you … Read More