by A1 Freight Solutions | Feb 25, 2025 | Freight, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
Understanding the different ways of diversifying supply chains in trucking is a crucial consideration for shippers when moving cargo domestically. In shipping, diversification is the process of mitigating disruptions that can impact the success of your supply chain....
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jan 21, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Freight Brokers, Trucking and Supply Chain
A denial of pending waivers days before President Trump enters office has resulted in California dropping the ACF rule. On January 13th, the California Air Resource Board (CARB) notified the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw the regulation. The...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Nov 12, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
After over two years of downturn in the domestic shipping industry, many believe the trucking recession has ended. In early 2022, freight rates began plummeting rapidly to record levels. From March 2022 to March 2023, truck spot load postings dropped nearly 70%. By...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 8, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Freight Brokers, Trucking and Supply Chain
One of the alarming obstacles in domestic shipping is trucking during a hurricane. The state of Florida will be hit with a storm in a few days, which will significantly impact cargo movement. Florida’s governor recently issued a state of emergency for 54 counties that...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Sep 24, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
An essential consideration for shippers and carrier companies is understanding how fuel costs impact trucking. The domestic shipping industry considers fuel one of the most significant expenses for carriers, accounting for up to 25% of expenses. Fuel prices have...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Sep 10, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
On Friday, August 30th, California’s DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) unveiled a framework for driverless trucks in California. The draft outlined standards for operating heavy-duty autonomous carriers weighing over 10,000 pounds. If the DMV approves the framework,...
