How drivers are paid can have a significant impact on both their earnings and the way they view their job. Two of the most common pay structures in the trucking industry are mileage pay and percentage pay. Each system has its own strengths and trade-offs, and understanding how they work is essential for drivers evaluating […]
Dry van trailers are the most common type of freight trailer used across North America. Their enclosed, box-like structure makes them a practical solution for a wide range of cargo types, offering protection from weather, theft, and damage during transit. While dry vans may seem basic compared to flatbeds or refrigerated units, their versatility is […]
In freight and logistics, choosing the right trailer type is key to protecting cargo and optimizing costs. Two of the most commonly used trailers—reefer and dry van—may appear similar from the outside, but they serve very different functions. Understanding the differences between these two trailer types helps shippers, carriers, and logistics teams make informed decisions […]
In the world of freight and logistics, drayage is a critical—but often misunderstood—component of the supply chain. While it may represent a small leg of a shipment’s total journey, its role is anything but minor. Drayage refers to the short-distance transport of freight—typically from ports, rail yards, or intermodal terminals to nearby warehouses, distribution centers, […]
Reefer freight, short for refrigerated freight, plays a specialized yet essential role in modern logistics. While the core concept—moving goods under controlled temperature conditions—is straightforward, the range of products that depend on this service is broader than many realize. From perishable food to high-value pharmaceuticals, reefer trailers ensure sensitive freight arrives intact, safe, and compliant […]
Dry van shipping is one of the most widely used methods of freight transportation in the U.S. and around the world. It’s a go-to choice for both full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments thanks to its simplicity, security, and versatility. Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer, understanding how dry van shipping works—and what […]
In the fast-paced world of freight movement, some of the most essential links in the supply chain happen over surprisingly short distances. Drayage is one of those crucial services that, while often overlooked, plays a key role in ensuring freight gets from port or rail to the next leg of its journey. At its core, […]
In the logistics world, freight often moves across long distances by ship, rail, or highway. But between those major legs of the journey, there’s a smaller—but equally vital—step that makes it all work: drayage. Drayage refers to the short-distance transport of goods, typically from ports, intermodal terminals, or rail yards to a nearby warehouse, cross-dock […]
Freight shipping doesn’t always fall neatly into categories like “small parcel” or “full truckload.” For many businesses, the real challenge is moving freight that’s too large for standard LTL rates but doesn’t require the cost of a dedicated trailer. That’s where Volume LTL shipping comes in. Also known as partial truckload, Volume LTL is an […]
Not every shipment fills a full truck, but many are too large for standard LTL networks to handle efficiently. This in-between space—freight that’s too heavy or bulky for traditional less-than-truckload but doesn’t quite need an entire trailer—is where Volume LTL shipping becomes a game-changer. For shippers that routinely move freight in the 5,000 to 25,000 […]