In the pool of life, some touch the water, leaving ripples of their influence. Others cannonball. Jasmin is a cannonball. With explosive energy, Jasmin generates waves of enthusiasm that buoy her peers. While others struggle to paddle upstream, Jasmin is just glad to be swimming. With a smile on her face and the sun somehow… Read more »
Like the fireworks that will light up the sky, traffic on July 4th is anticipated to be rocketing toward a boom this year. Research from AAA anticipates that 50.7 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from their home on Independence Day weekend—more than 2.1 million individuals in 2022. For the sake of the… Read more »
For truckers, going the extra mile is in the job description. It takes a special kind of person to dedicate their livelihood to the maintenance of the supply chain for the sake of others. And then some truckers want to do even more through trucker charities. For those carriers that desire to do as much… Read more »
As infrastructure expands to accommodate a booming supply chain, trucking and wildlife cross paths more frequently. While the occasional animal sighting can shake up the view, animal encounters can also be a significant hazard for themselves and the drivers. To help you know how to avoid a potentially hairy run-in, get to know the behaviors… Read more »
A recent study found that miscommunications cost small companies an average of $420,000 per year. That’s a lot of dough over wasted words. In trucking, communication is everything. If a route isn’t communicated correctly, the results can be wasted time and miles for carriers. To help your trucking company prevent miscommunications and save money, here… Read more »
On April 19, 773 carriers in the US, Mexico and Canada had their haul come to a grinding halt for, ironically, bad brakes. In an unannounced brake enforcement event, the CVSA inspected 6,829 commercial motor vehicles to gather brake lining/pad violation data. In all three countries surveyed, more than 1 in 10 carriers were sidelined… Read more »
The allure of success can cause many to be endlessly hungry, always chasing their next big ambition, but never quite filled. In my conversation with Sam, I sensed something different. In his descriptions of success, there was a certain fulfillment that accompanied his work. In his quest to help others, improve one percent every day,… Read more »
Staying safe and planning for the future are two important topics in this month’s blog roundup. From avoiding scams to shipping during produce season, these blogs have plenty of tips to help keep you moving. Catching Scammers 3 Times Truckers Stopped Fraud Scams can come in all shapes and sizes. They can happen over… Read more »
A famous adage goes something like, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” In an emergency, a failure to prepare could mean tragedy. As a valued carrier, your safety is essential. To help prepare you for the worst, we’ve compiled eight suggestions for common emergencies to help you be prepared. Though these suggestions… Read more »
<img id=”ccblogtrack” class=”alignnone size-medium wp-image-12456″ src=”https://www.englandlogistics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/agtblogbarpixel.jpg” alt=”” / In a constantly changing market, it is essential to keep up to date. Being aware of freight market trends can help you grow your business and better serve your clients. Searching for market information can seem overwhelming, but these strategies can help make the process easy. … Read more »
