Though many indicators of the trucking industry are showing some promise, including fuel, demand, and other market vitals, others have anticipated more tepid results. Ultimately, the jury is still out as to the trucking industry for 2024. With the future of the market still uncertain, there are some notable trends that truckers can capitalize on… Read more »
In Q3 of 2023, CargoNet reported that freight thieves had stolen over $31.1 million in shipments. Based on the median US income, that’s enough to sustain more than 400 families for a year. Unfortunately, Q3 represented an alarming trend for freight theft. As freight theft continues to increase, carriers should practice preventative measures to mitigate… Read more »
Happy holidays, truckers! According to a survey of over 500 truckers, 84% plan to take on additional work during the holidays. 27% of those drivers planned to take on 26-50% more work. As the supply chain ramps up to keep pace with the holiday rush, truckers make the magic happen. As noble as their work… Read more »
With an abiding love for her team and cherished standard operating procedures, Sheralyn spreads her enthusiasm for life with a contagious smile. Known for her staple cheeriness, she continues to cultivate success with her rare blend of ambition and natural talent for operations. Even as she plots her disappearance to an exotic location, Sheralyn maintains… Read more »
Because one trucker decided to make the call on a suspicious vehicle, 31 offenders were convicted, a 13-state child trafficking ring was shut down, and 7 children were rescued. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance hosts an annual Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative to provide truckers with the tools they need to help put a stop to… Read more »
The holiday season comes with a variety of traditions that many consider essential to getting in the holiday spirit. Traditional music, food, gift-giving, and decorations appropriate for the holiday are an important part of celebrations in many cultures worldwide. In the United States, many consider the holiday season to last from October to the end… Read more »
Imagine that you’re hauling a load down the busy streets of Chicago. As an overpass approaches, you notice that the gap between your trailer and the pass looks tight, but an official-looking individual in a vest motions for you to continue. You heed their command and scrape your trailer across the underside of the overpass…. Read more »
The last few years have taken truckers on a ride. The trucker boom flooded the market with hopeful carriers looking to make a load, but few have been able to stick it through the long haul. In the aftermath of a volatile market, truckers are looking to stretch their dollars as far as possible to… Read more »
Week after week, month after month, Carrier Connection strives to provide truckers with information they’ll actually use. Covering industry events, trucking lifestyle, and business expansion tips, each article is crafted to help truckers succeed. Carrier Connection has grown over the years to an audience of over 60,000 truckers. To celebrate the growth of Carrier Connection,… Read more »
Building client relationships is essential to a successful business which means it is vital to have the right tools for the job. Technology can help get you equipped to serve your clients with tools geared toward organization, communication, and freight management all at your fingertips. Using these resources can help you to increase efficiency and… Read more »
