The CVSA Brake Safety Week saves lives… but it can get you sidelined if you’re not careful. The annual CVSA Brake Safety Week is approaching quickly, August 24 – 30. Following a surprise Brake Safety Day in April, inspectors sidelined nearly 9% of all carriers inspected, while 25% were cited with violations. Here’s what you… Read more »
Drug tests can, in a moment, make or break your career… and FMCSA drug testing rules are changing. The FMCSA has been changing how drug tests are administered. To keep your fleet on the road, it’s critical to know how the rules are changing, from spit tests to CDLs being downgraded. Here’s everything you need… Read more »
Truckers spend an average of 56 minutes a day looking for parking because of the trucker parking crisis. That’s nearly an hour of unpaid, fuel-burning, frustrating hunting. Not only is finding parking time-consuming, but it can also be economically destructive for carriers. The average trucker will spend $4,600 annually in fuel costs and lost wages… Read more »
Is your trailer being stalked? Criminals have started placing hidden GPS trackers at red lights to track and steal loads. This is only one of the new freight crime tactics being observed industry-wide. Freight crime is growing in sophistication. Criminals invented new ways to steal in 2026. Here’s the latest on freight crime in 2026…. Read more »
Jordan is a director of sales in the full truckload division here at England Logistics. Get to know him in this team member spotlight. — EL: Could you walk me through your progression here at England Logistics? Jordan: I’ve been with England Logistics for nine years now. I started as an account manager, worked… Read more »
A career on the open road is a noble and essential profession but comes with a record-breaking price. In 2025, the average trucker pays $2.27 a mile in operating costs, a historic high. In an industry where tires cost $4,000 a year, fuel $70,000 a year, and payment can take 36 days, finding ways to… Read more »
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 »
