With insurance costs, volatile fuel prices, and increased regulation putting tremendous pressure on truckers, one thing is sure: the carriers of 2025 will be remembered for their ingenuity. Despite a challenging market, truckers are also uniquely positioned to take advantage of the growing AI boom. Several accessible AI tools can slash operating costs, especially when… Read more »
The transportation industry has faced challenges over the last few years, but has shown resiliency and adaptability to changing market conditions. Working with a 3PL that has experienced these changes can help you prepare for the future as you grow your business. Challenges And Shifts Throughout the chaos of the pandemic and the large-scale… Read more »
Would you pay $50 for semi-truck tires that save you $5390? If you’re like most people, you’d probably never be happier to see a $50 bill go. No asterisks or fluff, this is precisely what happens to carriers running the Michelin X® Line Energy™ Z+ steer tires and Michelin X® Line Energy™ D+ drive tires. If you’re… Read more »
Kamille has worked at England Logistics since 2019 and is a portfolio manager with our factoring operations team. Learn more about Kamille in this team member spotlight! —- EL: Could you walk me through your progression here at England Logistics? Kamille: When I started in 2019, I was a customer service representative (CSR) for the… Read more »
Operation Safe Driver Week 2025 is an initiative by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and FMCSA to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by unsafe driving. During Operation Safe Driver Week, there is a heightened level of law enforcement targeting motorists exhibiting unsafe driving behaviors. Here’s everything you need to know for… Read more »
In January 2020, the FMCSA rang in the decade with the introduction of the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a database of drug and alcohol violations that emphasizes the severity of inebriation behind the wheel. Since its inception, the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse has recorded over 321,000 violations. Of the 171,000 carriers whose licenses were prohibited,… Read more »
The grip, control, and fuel efficiency of a tire become a lot less important when they are blown on the roadside. That begs the question: What tires last the longest? Above all, truckers need tires that last longer. Durable tires are convenient and essential in a market that demands low expenses. Combined with its parent… Read more »
Two years, 300 disabled trucks, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages later, the Ice Pick Bandit strikes again. The notorious vandal kicked off 2025 with a slew of crimes. Despite his elusive status, the Ice Pick Bandit remains representative of a growing epidemic: a freight crisis at an unforeseen level of complexity and… Read more »
Choosing a shipping partner that can access a large carrier network greatly enhances your experience with FTL shipping. A large carrier network can bring many advantages to your business, including increased efficiency, experience with sensitive loads, and flexible service. Efficiency Working with a third-party logistics company (3PL) with an expansive carrier network makes it… Read more »
There are several benefits to freight factoring that can boost your business. To get the most out of this service it is important to choose the best freight factoring company. A quality freight factoring company will have an understanding of the trucking industry, tools and support to help you grow and offer additional service and… Read more »
