4 Factors That Raise Your Freight Rates (and how to avoid paying more)

Posted by Dean Pasek on Jul 28, 2021 10:36:23 AM

Without understanding the price you’re paying for your freight, maintaining a budget can quickly get out of hand. Freight rates and the factors that dictate them are constantly fluctuating. This can leave..

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What Is Hot Shot Trucking? Overview, Benefits, Cost, Driver Requirements

Posted by Mike Rudnick on Jul 16, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Ever been called a hot shot? Outside of the trucking industry, a hot shot is someone who’s flashy, successful or larger than life. 

In the trucking industry, a hot shot is actually smaller than usual...

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What Are the Different Types of Freight Brokers?

Posted by Crystal Lahr on Jul 9, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Just when you thought selecting the right freight brokerage for your needs couldn’t get more challenging, the plot thickens once again.

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What is "Zone-Skipping" In Freight Shipping?

Posted by Richard Phillips on May 24, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Shipping large quantities of freight to a wide array of receivers can be a complex task. But understanding the best way to do this, what options are on the table and which services fit your supply chain..

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