Resources & Insights

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. 

Heavy Haul Shipping Rates: The True Cost of Moving Heavy Machinery

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Frost Laws: What to Know About Seasonal Load Restrictions This Spring

• What is spring thaw?
• How do frost laws work?
• How can seasonal weight restrictions affect your shipments?
• Tips to keep your supply chain moving this spring

As someone who's responsible for shipping and logistics, you're well-versed in the many factors that can impact your ability to transport goods from point A to point B.

For example, during the winter months, blizzards and ice in the northernmost states may impact your shipping schedule.

The Trucking Industry in February 2025: What You Should Know

As February 2025 rolls in, the trucking industry enters a dynamic period characterized by seasonal trends, regional challenges, and opportunities for optimization. 

The Most Common Freight Measurement Mistakes (& How to Avoid Them)

What is Freeze Protection in Shipping?

If you live in an area with cold winters, you undoubtedly know a thing or two about protecting yourself and your property from those seriously frigid temperatures. 

How Many Miles Is a Truck Driver Allowed to Drive in One Day?

• The number of hours a trucker can drive in one day
• The number of hours a trucker can drive in a day
• The factors that delay truck drivers
• Ways to move your freight farther, faster

What Are the Legal Axle Weight Limits for Commercial Trucks?

• How much weight each trailer type haul
• All about the federal maximum gross vehicle weight for trucks
• The legal axle weight limits for commercial trucks
• Legal axle limits by state
• Why axle weight limits matter

Every state has different regulations for the maximum gross vehicle weight (total weight of the loaded truck and trailer) allowed on their roads. These weight regulations are based on the state’s infrastructure and what the roads can safely support. 

Using Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy-Haul Freight

Roads and bridges are engineered to support a specific amount of weight. Exceeding this weight limit can have disastrous consequences, including bridge collapse or permanent road damage. 

What Is Transloading? How to Do It, When to Do It, How to Choose a Provider

Shipping goods across the country, and especially from overseas, is rarely as simple as loading the material once at the origin point and then unloading it at the final destination.