by A1 Freight Solutions | Jul 7, 2026 | Freight Brokers, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain, Uncategorized
As supply chains continue to evolve, many tend to overlook the importance of warehousing in the trucking industry. While domestic shipping is the movement of goods by land, warehousing typically occurs before and after the transport. Warehousing is the storage,...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jun 30, 2026 | Domestic Shipping, Freight Brokers, Supply Chain, Uncategorized
While a common type of shipment, transporting vehicles by truck involves many considerations shippers should understand. Each year, over 14 million cars are transported across the US by carriers. Despite being a relatively safe mode of transport, various parts of the...
by A1 Freight Solutions | May 18, 2026 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Supply Chain
Domestic shipping is feeling the impact of the war in Iran as trucking costs continue to rise. An ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Iran and Israel has grown recently with US involvement. As a result, US supply chains that rely on goods from that location...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Apr 28, 2026 | Domestic Shipping, Freight Brokers, Supply Chain
An important consideration when moving cargo domestically is using the wrong freight broker. A freight broker is a licensed intermediary between the shipper and the carrier, coordinating movement on the carrier’s behalf. They assist with various aspects of the...
by mafe | Dec 29, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Supply Chain
As 2025 comes to a close, this article will examine the most significant trucking issues to watch in 2026. In 2025, several factors, including driver shortages, English-language proficiency, trucker parking, and import tariffs, affected the industry. The Trump...
by mafe | Dec 23, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Heavy Haul, Supply Chain
Despite its prevalence in domestic shipping, shippers often misunderstand key aspects when using heavy-haul trucking. Heavy-haul, or oversized trucking, is a type of shipping focused on moving huge cargo. Examples include large machinery, construction equipment such...
