Archive for the ‘Trucking Industry’ Category
Friday, September 25th, 2020
A shipper certainly isn’t short of options when looking for a carrier, so how can they know which carrier’s trucking service to trust?
Plenty of businesses depend on the right trucking service to make their company succeed and thrive. Therefore, there’s a lot of pressure for businesses to partner with a trustworthy and reputable trucking company that can provide the trucking service they need. A shipper certainly isn’t short of options when looking for a carrier, so how can they know which carrier’s trucking service to trust? If you’re looking for professionalism and dependability with your trucking service, then make sure the next carrier you work with meets these items on this checklist. (more…)
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Friday, September 18th, 2020
More and more, drivers and trucking companies are using dash cameras, and it’s crucial to think about why that is the case.
The trucking industry sure doesn’t look like it used to. One area where that’s increasingly evident is the increased use of technology, like dash cameras being deployed by trucking companies. The use of dash cameras can impact so many different parts of trucking: your insurance, driver training, and overall safety. Deciding whether or not you should use dashboard cameras can be an expensive, challenging endeavor, though it isn’t a process without its benefits. More and more, drivers and trucking companies are using dash cameras, and it’s crucial to think about why that is the case. (more…)
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Friday, September 4th, 2020
Both shippers and trucking companies can find ways to improve their operations with dropped trailers.
Both shippers and trucking companies can find ways to improve their operations with dropped trailers. The nature of dropped trailer service can cut down on time spent waiting for a shipment to be loaded or unloaded. Paired with some other transportation services, dropped trailers could increase delivery efficiency while alleviating some time-related pressure. (more…)
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Friday, August 28th, 2020
What are some ways to bring the comforts of home with you in your trucking cabin?
When out on the road, the long drive and hours can make one feel homesick because of all the nights one spends away from home. Many trucking employees and drivers eventually find ways to make the separation from home and hobbies easier. Today we’ll discuss a few tips and tricks to make your trucking cabin feel more like home. (more…)
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Friday, August 21st, 2020
Here are some tips trucking companies follow to manage their fleet and truck drivers during these times of uncertainty.
As a result of COVID-19, we know that the trucking industry has experienced major disruptions and may continue to do so throughout the upcoming seasons. Working in trucking and transportation can already be a stressful job under normal conditions, but now trucking companies are trying to cope during these uncertain times. Trucking companies need to help their fleet navigate this “new normal,” Some are rising to the occasion. Here are some tips trucking companies follow to manage their fleet and truck drivers during these times of uncertainty. (more…)
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Friday, August 14th, 2020
Beyond the transportation industry, those in manufacturing, construction, and agriculture will, at some point, need flatbed service to conduct some aspect of their operations.
Flatbed service calls for a flatbed truck to transport loads that are either oversized or in unusual configurations. Beyond the transportation industry, those in manufacturing, construction, and agriculture will, at some point, need flatbed service to conduct some aspect of their operations. Whatever products you need hauling for your business, think about whether the load size or weight may make shipping with a trailer an unnecessary difficulty. Instead, consider using a flatbed service to move your load like so many others regularly do. (more…)
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Friday, July 24th, 2020
Like most other business and industry types, the trucking and transportation sector experience ebbs and flows of demand, categorized into seasons.
There’s no denying that the trucking and transportation industry provides their essential services year-round and that there’s always a supply and demand for these services. Like most other business and industry types, the trucking and transportation sector experience ebbs and flows of demand. These can be categorized into seasons. It’s worth noting these seasonal shifts and attributes because it affects demand for drivers, fuel cost, service rates, and much more. Despite the disruptive effects of COVID-19 on the industry this year, trucking and transportation work tend to follow these four seasonal trends. (more…)
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Friday, July 17th, 2020
As a product of their lifestyles, drivers for long-distance trucking companies often have more health problems than those in other careers.
Long-distance routes and trucking on the road can be challenging. As a product of their lifestyles, drivers for long-distance trucking companies often have more health problems than than those in other careers. There are numerous aspects of trucking that can impact a driver’s health. Let’s look at a few tips to help limit the effects of these aspects on drivers’ health. (more…)
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Friday, July 3rd, 2020
Whether it’s an extra-large load of supplies, a trailer home, or construction equipment, the delivery of oversized loads is a task best left to only the best trucking and transportation services.
Whether it’s an extra-large load of supplies, a trailer home, or construction equipment, the delivery of oversized loads is a task best left to only the best trucking and transportation services. While it sounds rather simple, the delivery of oversized loads can be a complicated and risky process. Both trucking contractors and their clients should understand some important considerations for this type of transportation service. (more…)
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Friday, June 19th, 2020
Some people can be rather well-suited for the work and lifestyle truck driving brings.
Have you ever wondered about a career in truck driving? Like most jobs, the occupation can come with a fair amount of stress and challenges. However, some people can be rather well-suited for the work and lifestyle truck driving brings. Today, we’re going to go over a few signs that likely indicate you would be pretty satisfied with a career in truck driving. (more…)
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