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Managing Over-Dimensional Trucking for Your Construction Projects

  • July 24, 2024
In the construction industry, transporting over-dimensional loads is a critical task that requires meticulous planning and execution. Over-dimensional loads — those that exceed the standard legal dimensions for road travel — present unique challenges, from logistical hurdles to regulatory compliance. At Red Arrow Logistics, we specialize in managing these complex transportation needs to ensure your […]
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How to Prepare for a Tight Truckload Market

  • October 5, 2023
In today’s fast-paced logistics landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for shippers to ensure their cargo reaches its destination on time and within budget. With the truckload market becoming increasingly competitive and capacity tightening, it’s essential for shippers to be proactive in their approach. In this article, we’ll explore four strategies that shippers […]
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Zero-Emission Freight Transport: Exploring Electric Trucks

  • August 18, 2023
In the quest for a greener and more sustainable future, industries across the globe are embracing innovative solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. The realm of freight transport is no exception. With concerns about climate change and environmental impact growing, the logistics sector is taking significant strides toward a more eco-friendly approach. One of the […]
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Five Questions To Ask Your LTL Carrier

  • August 10, 2023
In the fast-paced realm of supply chain management, selecting the right Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carrier is a pivotal choice that can profoundly impact your business’s effectiveness and financial outcomes. Regardless of whether you’re an experienced logistics professional or a newcomer to the industry, asking the right questions can be a game-changer in optimizing your logistics processes […]
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The Independent Trucker Model is Changing in California

  • January 18, 2022
The truck driver shortage in the U.S. often poses challenges for carriers who may not have an adequate number of drivers to meet their demand.  Freight carriers sometimes use truck drivers who own and operate their own rigs for regular or special routes to move goods.  Some owner-operator drivers use their own subcontractor drivers, particularly […]
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Digitization is Transforming the LTL Trucking Industry

  • May 21, 2021
Once criticized for being ‘behind the times when it comes to advances in technology, the LTL (less-than-truckload) industry has made great strides in recent years. The increase in e-commerce has made LTL a more frequently used mode of transportation. More retailers are relying on LTL for their shipping and as customers’ expectations have increased, so […]
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Considerations for Oversized Loads and Wide Loads

  • June 18, 2020
Shipping an oversize load can be a challenge and require extra precautions during transport.   With larger loads, like prefabricated homes, a flatbed shipment might be in order.  For any oversized shipment, it is important to know the exact specifications of your load so the correct type of truck can be used.  The size of the […]
What the Truck | Impacts of COVID-19 on the Trucking Industry
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What The Truck

  • May 12, 2020
‘What the Truck’, a logistics resource article, offers insights into the impacts of COVID-19 on the Trucking Industry.   With stay-at-home order still in place for many states due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the trucking industry is facing yet another tough year.  The weak freight market is yet another sign of the economic downfall that […]
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Too Many Drivers, Not Enough Freight

  • October 3, 2019
The current trucking market may be making some nostalgic for 2018.  Last year, shippers had to fight to secure sufficient truck capacity. This year, the tables have turned, and brokers and carriers are the ones calling around to find freight. Long haul trucking spot rates are 20% lower than last year. The Cass Freight Shipments […]
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Effects of New HOS Rules on the Trucking Industry

  • August 29, 2019
On August 14, the DOT officially announced proposed changes to federal hours of service regulations for truck operators. The rule seeks to enhance safety and give commercial drivers more flexibility in managing their driving time. But amid indicators that indicate a possible freight recession, some are worried about the effect the new rules could have […]