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What you Need to Know About Drayage
If you are still getting with shipping, this may be your first time seeing the term drayage. However, this is one of the most common words used in the transportation industry. Drayage is a type of trucking service where trucks transport goods over short distances, which can include: Inter-carrier; intra-carrier; pier; shuttle; and expedited.
How Will Future Emission Standards Affect Trucking
On March 7, 2022, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a plan for new emission standards for trucks. The proposed standards for heavy-duty trucks will be stricter than the previous ones, which haven’t changed in 20 years. The EPA will implement these guidelines to reduce air pollution by limiting the amount of nitrous oxide admitted.
Why are Truckers in South Korea on Strike?
The Trucking Transport Business Act planned on keeping the pricing system for three years after the commencement. However, truckers are protesting to make the system permanent, with the last day being the end of this year. Inflation and surging fuel prices are the main reasons behind wanting to keep the system.
Is The LTL Industry Slowing Down?
While a potential slowdown may concern shippers, it should not stop the cargo flow. A benefit that can come from the current LTL industry is that the costs for shipping may go down. However, getting in touch with a freight broker can also lead to finding the best prices for moving goods.
How is Oversized Cargo Transported Domestically?
Have you ever driven on a highway and noticed a truck with a sign saying “oversize load” on the front? An oversized load is a cargo that surpasses the weight or size that allows for conventional transportation by truck. Examples of this type of this freight include construction materials like large beams, machinery like bulldozers, and wind turbines.
Trucking Capacity Continues to Increase in Peak Season
Transportation costs and trucking capacity change results from several reasons, including low demand. Customer spending demands may be lowering due to fears that the current recession will worsen. Similar LMI trends were shown in April 2019, marking a freight recession beginning after COVID lockdowns. The U.S. has also been facing its highest recorded inflation levels in 40 years, contributing to low demand.