Have you ever gone shopping during a rainstorm or unusual weather? You may have noticed that grocery stores and other markets were low on inventory for certain products. This happens because weather has an enormous impact on the freight industry—and in a variety of ways. Even the best trucking companies with the most efficient systems […]
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NMFC codes classify products for shipping, influencing cost and delivery accuracy. Originating from the NMFTA’s need for standardization, these codes range between 50-500 based on density, stowability, liability, and handling ease. These classifications facilitate realistic pricing and packaging requirements, ensuring efficient, safe delivery of diverse commodities by companies like Best Yet Express.
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The California Assembly Bill 5, also known as the AB5, passed in September of 2019 and is making waves across many industries, including transportation and freight. The AB5 bill limits independent contractors in the state of California, including owner-operator truck drivers and freight companies. It may be a wise decision to take a look at
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A recent study by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) found that truckers are waiting longer at customer docks than in previous years. The wait times associated with both pickup and delivery, known as “detention,” rose significantly since 2014, when more than 1,900 fleets and 1,600 drivers from various freight companies were originally polled. Drivers
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Fleet safety has improved with technology aiding in vehicle and driver monitoring, maintenance checks, and training programs. Technological gadgets help detect component wear, reducing accidents and maintenance costs. Traction control and anti-theft devices also contribute to vehicle security and driver safety, although they don’t replace good driving and common sense.
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