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Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight shipping has changed the way businesses move goods that don’t quite fill a standard 48- or 53-foot trailer. By sharing space with other shippers, you cut costs, reduce waste, and often meet tighter shipping deadlines. However, LTL shipping also involves intricacies that differ from Full Truckload (FTL) methods—think more frequent… Continue reading LTL Freight Shipping Checklist

Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping is a preferred option for businesses of all sizes that don’t have enough goods to fill an entire truck. By consolidating smaller loads from multiple shippers, carriers maximize trailer space and keep costs more manageable than Full Truckload (FTL) shipping—at least in theory. In practice, LTL freight costs can be… Continue reading Understanding LTL Freight Costs

Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight shipping has become a go-to solution for businesses looking to move moderate volumes of goods without paying for an entire truck. By consolidating multiple smaller shipments into a single trailer, LTL carriers allow businesses to share space and cut costs—a win-win for both shippers and carriers. Yet despite its advantages,… Continue reading 5 Common Mistakes in LTL Freight Shipping

Navigating Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping can feel like driving through a winding road with occasional blind curves: you think you have everything in place until you run into an unexpected fee or a reclassification. One of the most effective ways to avoid those pitfalls is to secure a precise freight quote in advance. By… Continue reading Step-by-Step: Getting an LTL Freight Quote

For small businesses, shipping can be one of the trickiest parts of getting your product from the manufacturing floor or warehouse to your customers’ doorsteps. If your cargo is too big for parcel carriers but too small to fill an entire truck, you’re stuck in that awkward middle ground—unless, of course, you embrace Less Than… Continue reading LTL Freight Guide for Small Businesses

If you’ve ever dipped your toes into the world of shipping, you’ve probably come across two popular acronyms: LTL (Less Than Truckload) and FTL (Full Truckload). As a growing business or an established enterprise, it can feel like standing at a crossroads, unsure which path leads to the most efficient, cost-effective, and reliable solution. Think… Continue reading LTL Freight vs. FTL: Which is Right for You?

Less Than Truckload, commonly referred to as LTL, is like a carpool for your cargo. Instead of booking an entire truck to move your goods, you share the space with shipments from other businesses. This approach makes it easier for companies to transport smaller loads at a fraction of the cost compared to Full Truckload… Continue reading What is LTL Freight and How to Use It

When starting as an over-the-road (OTR) cargo van expeditor in the U.S. freight industry, choosing the right van is crucial for long-term success. This guide compares three of the best cargo vans for OTR expediting: the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit, and Ram ProMaster. We’ll examine each vehicle in detail, looking at critical factors for OTR… Continue reading Top 3 Cargo Vans for OTR Drivers: Comfort, Reliability & Value

Freight Class and NMFC Codes might sound technical, but here’s a super simple breakdown to help you get the basics: Freight Class: It’s all about what you’re shipping and how much space it takes up. Dense, heavy items (like steel rods) fall into lower classes (like Class 50, which is cheaper), while large, lightweight items… Continue reading Simplifying LTL Freight Class & Avoiding Sneaky Charges

1. Can They Scale with Your Needs? Your business doesn’t operate on a steady, predictable volume all year—there are busy periods where shipments surge, and quieter times when you scale down. The challenge many logistics providers face is handling those fluctuations seamlessly. Some struggle to maintain service quality during peaks or fail to adjust rates… Continue reading 5 Advanced Criteria for Selecting Logistics Providers