oversized loads Archives

07/15/2021

Everything You Need to Know About Wide Load Trucking

600 million tons worth of oversize or wide loads hit the highways annually, according to the Department of Transportation. Nearly 5 million permits are granted each year. Wide load trucking can be a lucrative business, but you need to meet additional safety regulations. If you’re moving heavy equipment or oversize loads, you will need to

05/24/2020

Heavy Haul Trucking: What You Need to Know

The heavy-haul trucking industry has been on a roll in recent years. Demand for heavy-haul drivers fueled by the energy boom has generated a surge in revenue. Mordor Intelligence notes that the industry is bouncing back quickly despite a near-total shutdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Forecasters predict a 7.34% annual growth rate through 2026.

04/24/2017

The Most Interesting Loads Ever Hauled by Trucks

Around the United States, the trucking industry handles a many different freights and obstacles. Here are 10 pictures depicting the diversity (and challenges) of the industry. Next time you pass a tractor-trailer, look to them for their versatility instead of as a traffic impediment. 1. Space shuttles In 2012, the Space Shuttle Endeavour found its

03/21/2017

Truckstop Releases Oversize Rate Quotes

Oversize Rates calculates all the possible costs related to your load. Based on data from more than 300,000 over-size, over-dimensional, and out-of-gauge load rates, Truckstop now brings you a new tool to calculate the costs of properly permitting and escorting your oversize loads. Eliminate the guesswork Pay just $3 per quote Based on your actual