by A1 Freight Solutions | Sep 10, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
One of the most essential things a shipper should understand when transporting by truck is what causes delays in trucking. Since trucking tends to be part of larger supply chains, shippers, truckers, and customers are all impacted. A short holdup may have significant...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Aug 19, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain
Understanding the peak season in trucking is essential for a shipper when shipping domestically. The peak season is when the demand for transporting freight and volume skyrockets. Separate from the November to December holiday rush, this is typically from August to...
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 30, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, ILA Strike, Supply Chain
Drayage during an ILA protest could face significant disruptions, with the deadline being less than a week away. On October 1st, the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) plans to strike across East and Gulf Coast ports. Talks with the United States Maritime...
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...
