Department of Transportation (DOT) Fleet Inspections have been on the rise since the last days of 2020. They are growing in rapidity year-over-year as the nature of the market continues to see an overhaul of operating practices. Is your fleet ready to submit to an inspection? What should you do to improve and pass every … Read more
Proper load securement is a simple precaution that trucking company owners often overlook in pursuing ever-quicker turnover times and efficient use of space. However, an improperly secured load can be far more damaging than the time or money slacking on safety can bring regarding loss of products, lawsuits, and customer satisfaction. Further, an improperly secured … Read more
Steel is a strong material that has few equals, save for polyester. Steel strapping has been an industry standard for decades and is used for heavy loads on trains, trucks, and aircraft interiors worldwide. Polyester strapping, while not new, has slowly improved over the years and is now one of the premier materials for strapping … Read more
The EV industry has taken the roads by storm, yet EV trucks are struggling to hit the pavement in force. What is holding the trucking industry back if electric vehicles are indeed the future? Two significant factors are keeping the reigns taught on the eventual stampede of electric trucks. Real-World Range And System Infrastructure Traditional … Read more
Shipping and the general transport of goods have undergone extreme changes in the past decade. Things like the COVID-19 pandemic, shifts in online shopping, and armed conflicts in various regions have made massive changes in the early 2020s. So, what should you keep an eye on for 2023? Read on to find out what the … Read more
The COVID-19 epidemic caused severe disruptions in the global supply chain. Over the past fifty years, efforts have been made worldwide to streamline supply chain lines, making them that much more efficient. Unfortunately, when a significant disruption occurred, such as the shutdowns and labor shortages associated with the pandemic, the global supply chain faltered until … Read more
Assembly Bill 5 is a recently enacted law in California that makes it difficult for companies to give independent contractors the same rights as employees. Employers are legally entitled to such benefits as workers’ compensation, overtime, minimum wage, and sick pay. Many companies were previously successfully classifying independent contractors not as contractors but as employees … Read more
If you’re looking to start your own trucking company or are a new business owner, you likely understand that the trucking industry can be advantageous but taxing if not managed correctly. We’ve put together a few tips to help you operate efficiently and profitably as an owner-operator in the trucking industry. Make Sure You’re Healthy … Read more
Warehouse efficiency has been, and continues to be, critical. The exemplary systems are crucial to ensuring the most efficient plant operations possible. Now, more than ever, people are purchasing products online, and demand for logistical efficiencies is at an all-time high. Having the right technologies in place can certainly do a lot to boost overall … Read more
The demand for truckers is rising, and many are eager to get on the road with incentives like signing bonuses and excellent benefits. Whether truck drivers are traveling two miles or 2,000 miles, they must always maintain a high standard of safety when they are transporting freight. There have never been uniform safety requirements for … Read more