This article is part of the Insights series. Insights is an effort by our team to offer executive-level resources to help you succeed. For more videos and articles pertaining to the industry, see the Insights page. — What is intermodal trucking? Intermodal is a mode that offers a cheaper shipping cost, sustainability, and additional capacity compared to just using… Read more »
Staying on top of seasonal trends is vital to prepare you for cyclical market shifts. Whether shipping fresh fruits and vegetables or looking for capacity during produce season, it pays to plan ahead. Here is some information to help you get ahead of the rush. What is Produce Season? Produce season is a period… Read more »
This month’s blog roundup covers everything from traffic jams to protecting from a freeze. Get some advice and learn something new in these blogs! States with the Worst Traffic and What to do in a Traffic Jam If you have ever been stuck in traffic and wondered which states have it worst, this blog… Read more »
The two most significant areas for fresh, in-season fruits and vegetable products are the Yuma Valley in Arizona and the San Joaquin Valley in California. California sees its peak from May to August, overlapping with the table grape season, which runs from May to January, and the beginning of the wine grape harvest from late… Read more »
Love is in the air, and so is the scent of fresh flowers. It is estimated 110 million roses will be sold and delivered in a three-day time period for Valentine’s Day. In addition to floral gifts, chocolates and other candies are popular purchases. Both common presents are shipped in great quantities to be available… Read more »
From over a billion chicken wings to millions of pounds of potato chips, the Super Bowl is second only to Thanksgiving when it comes to food consumption. With nearly 100 million viewers and countless watch parties across the country, the snack spreads are an integral part of the event. Whether you are a fan of… Read more »
This blog roundup includes suggestions for avoiding fraud, what to bring with you on the road, and much more. Take a look at some of our most popular blogs. Best Things to Have in your Semi-Truck This blog covers road essentials never to leave home without. The best things to have in your semi-truck… Read more »
Say goodbye to 2022 and hello to 2023. The year is quickly coming to an end, and the new year will be here before you know it. Before you break out the party poppers and light your sparklers, you’ll want to ensure you’re setting up for the new year. Here are some tips for facing… Read more »
The holiday shipping season is quickly approaching, and everyone has an opinion on how it will go. A survey done by DC Velocity found that 51% of industry professionals think this year will be more chaotic than last year. However, 26% believe it will be less chaotic, and 22% think it will be about the… Read more »
Full truckload (FTL) represents a significant portion of surface-based transportation within the domestic United States for the movement of goods. As such, shippers are accustomed to shipping with FTL. Full truckload shipping is reliable and has stood the test of time. However, if there is a shortage of truck drivers, shippers can face challenges moving… Read more »
