Perspective
Opinion: Salute the Heroes Who Drive Our Economy
There is one group of people operating on the front lines of our forward-moving economy. Without their hard work and sense of duty, day in and day out, our economy would grind to a halt. They are America’s professional truck drivers.
Opinion: Sensing the Future of Fleet Maintenance and Efficiency
Fuel is often one of the first considerations in calculating annual expenses. According to the American Transportation Research Institute’s 2017 Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking, nearly 40% of operating costs are derived from fuel alone.
Opinion: Tips for US Carriers When Moving Their Business Into Mexico
There are three top considerations for U.S. carriers when moving their business into Mexico.
The Rise of Amazon Logistics
Amazon's announcement last month was a stay of execution, not a reprieve, and it’s only a matter of time before the company reveals plans for a comprehensive logistics network.
Building a Case for True Collaboration
Even in today’s technology advanced environment, matching freight with capacity, particularly in the spot market, remains a labor-intensive process.
Examining Sources of Driver Stress
In a 2017 study, researchers asked truck drivers about the profession. Here's what they learned, and how it could impact the future.
Fixing the Final-Mile Delivery Mess
Though it seems like every week there's a new startup introduced to the field, last-mile retail delivery is still a mess.
Opinion: Trucking Companies Can Reap Big Recoveries in Small Claims
Does your trucking company write off thousands of dollars of small losses due to the negligence of other drivers? While small-dollar claims might not seem worth the hassle of collecting, they can add up quickly and amount to significant business losses.
Opinion: Automated Technology Ready Now Can Ease Capacity Crunch
What if I told you that another form of automated technology could help ease the industry’s capacity crunch right now? Automated routing and scheduling can maximize the usage of available driver time, take some recruiting pressure off of fleets and address the very real challenge of keeping drivers on your staff and behind the wheel once you’ve found them.
Opinion: Restore Nonpartisan Support for Infrastructure
Support for infrastructure historically has been a nonpartisan issue, both in the halls of Congress and in cities, towns and counties across the nation. It’s time for Congress to challenge itself to once again make infrastructure a nonpartisan issue.