Resources & Insights

How Does Trailer Type Impact Freight Shipping Costs?

If you ship equipment that requires specialized trailers, it can be hard to remember which trailer type makes the most sense for you from both a cost and safety standpoint. After all, the equipment you’re shipping is what impacts the trailer your carrier uses, not the other way around.

Accessorial Charges 101: Defining Trucking Industry Surcharges

If you've ever received an itemized quote from your transportation provider, you've probably come across a few surcharges you've never heard of. Like any trade, there are a lot of industry-specific terms thrown around in transportation — some you may know and some you may not.

Freight Broker vs. Asset-Based Carrier: Which Is Best for You?

Heavy Haul and Flatbed Shipping: How to Find the Right Trailer for Your Load

When you need to ship freight that won't fit within the enclosed dimensions of a dry van, you know you need an open deck trailer. However, you might not know there's a wide variety of open deck trailers available and your options include — but also extend well beyond — those offered by flatbed shipping.

Infographic: Through-Trailer Service vs Cross-Docking

There are two main ways shippers get their freight across the international borders between the United States and Mexico. And there are several reasons shippers should choose one shipping method over the other.