Hurricanes and the Trucking Industry

September 21st, 2023
Hurricanes and the Trucking Industry

What happens in the trucking world when hurricanes strike? Find out here.

Bad weather can seriously affect anyone’s daily schedule. It can certainly affect the chain supply, especially if a particular area suffers significant damage. Hurricane season lasts between June and November in the Mid-Atlantic region, and although a storm does not often approach the Mid-Atlantic states, it can happen. That is why it is best to be prepared. What can you expect as a business when hurricanes and the trucking industry collide?

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How Trucking Works

September 15th, 2023
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Curious about the basics of the trucking industry? Read this!

How exactly does trucking work? Trucking makes up at least 70% of the transportation of goods in the United States; if you got it, a trucker brought it. Truckers are core to how our country operates daily to get and deliver raw materials and finished products. In summary, trucking companies deliver raw materials to manufacturers and then move finished products to stores or warehouses. Let’s take a deeper look at how trucking works.

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Does Outsourcing Freight Shipping Save Money?

September 8th, 2023
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Does outsourcing save your business money? Here’s how you can save.

Inflation has taken a toll on virtually every business operating over the past few years, and many companies are looking for ways to decrease their spending and save money as much as possible. One of the ways that you can start to cut back on costs is by outsourcing jobs that are not central to your business, such as transporting products by road. Does outsourcing freight shipping save money? Here’s what you need to know. 

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Are Semi Trucks Hard to Drive?

September 4th, 2023
Are Semi Trucks Hard to Drive?

How hard is it to drive a semi truck? Here are a few things we keep in mind.

Whether you want to learn how to drive a semi truck or you want to put yourself in your truck driver’s shoes, you can learn here how hard it really is to drive one. Are semi trucks hard to drive? 

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How To Choose A Trucking Company

August 24th, 2023
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It’s important to take your time and choose a trucking company that suits your needs while ensuring they’re reliable.

If you’re finding yourself in need of a trucking company, you may be surprised how many options there are. The average person usually doesn’t need to ship anything that can’t be handled by the standard parcel services, but as a business owner, you may find that you need to contract a shipping company on your own to handle those freight transportation operations. But do you even know how to choose a trucking company? This is not a decision that should be taken lightly or rushed. Read on for some helpful tips to keep in mind as you navigate the process.

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How Truckers Stay Awake

August 11th, 2023
How Truckers Stay Awake

Truckers stay alive, awake, alert, and enthusiastic on the road with these tricks.

Driving in a truck might not seem physically taxing, but truck drivers have to be in excellent shape to stay safe and drive on the road for their full careers. When you’re on the road, it’s easy to zone out—and that is when accidents can start to occur. As professionals, truck drivers use many different tricks to stay awake and alert to ensure their safety and the well-being of everyone else on the road. Here are some of the tricks that show how truckers stay awake on the road. 

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Freight Transport by Road in the Mid-Atlantic

August 4th, 2023
Freight Transport by Road in the Mid-Atlantic

Shipping by road is one of the most versatile ways to transport goods; here’s why.

Freight transport by road means the delivery of goods via trucks for businesses. Freight, by definition, is any product that travels by truck, ship, rail, or plane to be sold or used at its destination. With multiple shipping options, you might wonder what the appeal of freight transport by road in the Mid-Atlantic region is. Stay tuned to find out, and feel free to ask Evan Transportation in Baltimore for more information!

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Why Truckers Drive at Night

July 28th, 2023
Why Truckers Drive at Night

Why do so many truckers drive at night? Find out here.

When beginning a career in trucking, you’ll have many considerations to contend with right off the bat. One of which is when you’re going to do your driving. You may be wondering why truckers drive at night if you’ve seen them out on the road after hours, and there are plenty of reasons, like preference and the specific jobs available.

If you’re curious about why truckers drive at night, remember that driving at night means less traffic, so you can get where you’re going quicker. However, there are other challenges, like decreased visibility and higher chances of encountering wildlife. 

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Time Management in Trucking

July 20th, 2023
How Truckers Can Handle Both Sides of Road Rage

How do truckers make their deliveries on time? Find out what goes on behind the scenes.

Time management is one of the largest aspects of trucking. If you are a good trucker, you have excellent time management skills. It is all about balancing multiple factors that affect how fast a trucker can get from the warehouse to the destination. Each shipment has a scheduled pickup time and drop-off time, but how do truckers ensure they deliver freight on time? Check out what goes on in time management in trucking.

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How Hot Can a Semi-Truck Get in Summer?

July 12th, 2023
How Hot Can a Semi-Truck Get in Summer?

How hot can the inside of a semi-truck get in summer? Very!

It’s the height of summer, and your freight is on its way from point A to point B. Your trucker aims to get the delivery to its destination on time, but there are plenty of challenges along the way, given the summer heat. Your freight might also be at risk; can it stand the temperature? How hot can a semi-truck get in summer, really? You might be surprised!

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