De’Quan is an extraordinary individual with extraordinary talents. Of all that that distinguishes De’Quan, his heartfelt commitment to the everyday is, in a word, extraordinary. Quietly, De’Quan lifts his team, provides for his family, and raises his son with unusual commitment. His legacy is cemented in his intense desire to do as much good as… Read more »
Brake-related issues are responsible for more out-of-service violations than any other infraction. In 2023, 25.2% of all vehicle out-of-service violations during the CVSA International Roadcheck were brake-related. In response to the dangerously high presence of brake violations, the CVSA introduced Brake Safety Week 2024. Despite the initiative’s history of reducing safety concerns, unprepared carriers can… Read more »
By preparing for seasonal shipping trends, freight agents can support their client’s needs, anticipate market shifts, and provide strategic advice. Although each year has its differences, there are several key seasons to plan for. Seasonality can be broken into the quiet season, the produce season, and the holiday shipping season. In addition, there are a… Read more »
From 2018 – 2022, the number of fatalities on the road rose 16%. In 2022 alone, 42,795 fatal crashes claimed motorist lives. In response to the dire epidemic of vehicle-related fatalities, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) created Operation Safe Driver Week 2024. What is Operation Safe Driver Week 2024? Operation Safe Driver Week… Read more »
As the trucking market becomes tighter, carriers are looking high and low for tire discounts. Fortunately, services like England Carrier Services (ECS) offer special pricing on credible, name-brand tires like the BFGoodrich DR444 drive tire to help carriers. But how? It may seem too good to be true to receive tires at a reduced price… Read more »
The NOAA recently shared “Life-saving information” about a stronger-than-normal hurricane season. From June 1 to November 30, the NOAA predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season, a 10% chance of a regular season, and a 5% chance of a below-normal season. Image courtesy of the NOAA. In addition to the dangers to safety… Read more »
Today, there are more than 750,000 active motor carriers in the United States. Of those carriers, 95.8% have ten or fewer trucks. 99.7% have fewer than 100. In a competitive, volatile, and ever-evolving market, growing a successful trucking company can feel challenging. Even when established, maintaining your earned growth can be even more difficult. C.R…. Read more »
If you struggle with loneliness in trucking, you’re not alone. Loneliness is prevalent issue in mental health and trucking. In a survey of several hundred truckers, 27.9% reported a severe struggle with loneliness. Additionally, 26.9% reported feeling depressed, 20.6% struggle sleeping, and 14.5% battle with anxiety. These numbers are tragic. Loneliness is a very real… Read more »
In the logistics world, there are endless hats to be worn to keep the supply chain running. Many of those hats are worn by freight brokers. But what is a freight agent? Freight brokers act as a kind of ‘matchmaker’ for shippers and transportation companies. By negotiating rates and identifying the right carrier for the… Read more »
Eighteen wheels make for a lot of tires. Between steer, drive, trailer, all position, and endless tire brands, finding the best semi-truck tires can feel impossible. Over decades of providing clients with semi-truck tires, England Carrier Services has evaluated dozens of tires for durability, fuel efficiency, grip, and overall performance. According to these categories, many… Read more »
