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05/18/2021

9 Factors That Drive LTL Shipping Rates

Trucks transport more than 11 billion tons of freight each year in the U.S. That is more than 3 million tons shipping every day of the year. While most trailers are hauling full truckloads (FTL), less than truckload (LTL) freight shipping accounts for as much as 10% of industry revenue. LTL freight shipping works well

04/01/2021

5 Factors that Impact Reefer Freight Rates

A common load type involves a “reefer truck” designed for loads that need to be temperature controlled during the shipping process. These loads can include anything from refrigerated items like produce and other perishables to frozen foods or even medical supplies. Because reefer trailers are more expensive to run and maintain, reefer load rates are

01/12/2021

How to Get the Best Carrier Rates

Maintaining your equipment, managing your business relationships, and controlling fuel costs are important parts of running an effective trucking business. But cash flow may be the most important piece in keeping your business operational and profitable. It’s a good idea to keep a reserve of cash that you can tap into in difficult times. Lining

07/01/2019

Tips from a Broker: How Carriers Can Better Negotiate with Brokers – Part 2

Broker and carrier negotiations can be tough. Don’t ruin the negotiation process before you even start! Try these tips to keep negotiations on track.