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What Is Intermodal Shipping?

LTL Freight Shipping Guide

Less-than-truckload (LTL) freight shipping is one of the most efficient ways for businesses to move palletized freight that doesn’t require an entire trailer. Instead of paying for unused truck space, multiple shipments from different companies share the same truck, allowing shippers to reduce costs while still moving freight quickly across the country.

How Much Does a 3PL Cost? A Comprehensive Guide

MLK Day 2026 Oversized Freight Travel Restrictions By State

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (MLK Day) is a federal holiday, so for some shippers moving oversize/overweight (OSOW) freight, it may not be business as usual.

Freight Market Forecast: Are Shipping Costs on the Rise in 2026?

The transportation industry entered 2025 carrying familiar baggage: soft demand, excess capacity, and a persistent sense of uncertainty that had defined the market for the prior two years. 

Types of Freight Brokers: A Complete Comparison Guide for Shippers

What Happens to Freight Shipping During a Government Shutdown?

For shippers, a government shipping shutdown can introduce uncertainty into supply chains — especially if your freight depends on federal contracts, infrastructure projects, or regulatory approvals.

Confused By New USTR Port Fees? What Shippers Need to Know

How Should a Freight Brokerage Monitor the Safety of Its Carriers?

If you’re a shipper wondering what steps a freight brokerage will take to promote the safety of your cargo and all those involved in its transport, we don’t blame you. Without understanding the steps that can be taken to promote safety in the trucking industry, you may be left feeling uneasy about trusting a third party. 

Trucking Industry Update October 2025: Key Insights for Shippers

Key Takeaways:

• October is busier than it looks — holiday freight, tariffs, and consumer demand shifts make it a high-impact shipping month.
• Dry van capacity tightens near ports, while Midwest supply is looser.
• Reefers shift west for harvests and south for cross-border produce.
• Flatbed and oversize freight face weather, daylight, and football-related restrictions; planning ahead is critical.
• Shippers can cut costs by booking early, considering trailer alternatives, providing accurate specs, and staying flexible with timing.

October brings the World Series, Halloween, and the start of the fourth quarter. And while it would be easy to write October off as the last month before the busy holiday season, experienced shippers know that this is actually one of the most action-packed shipping months.