by A1 Freight Solutions | Jul 29, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Over the last decade, the US truck parking shortage has reached notable levels. The US DOT (Department of Transportation) recently noted nearly one parking spot for every 11 trucks on the road. Other reports found that 98% of truck drivers regularly have issues...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jun 3, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Truck drivers
Last week, regulators at the DOT (Department of Transportation) posted an announcement regarding the FMCSA Unveiling Rule Changes. The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) proposed 18 new rules that would amend or rescind current regulations. Along with...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Mar 4, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain
U.S. lawmakers are reintroducing a truck parking bill that they previously presented in every congressional session since 2020. The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act addresses the shortage of trucker parking spaces. On Thursday, February 28th, U.S. Rep. Mike Bost...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Aug 27, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Freight Brokers, Supply Chain
Due to the various steps involved, shipping fragile cargo by truck can be daunting for shippers. Compared to regular shipments, these types have a higher risk of damage and breaking and require special handling when transporting. Examples of this type of goods include...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Jul 16, 2024 | Freight Brokers, Supply Chain, Trucking and Supply Chain
Significant changes in the industry will change the future of freight brokering in the upcoming years. In domestic shipping, freight brokers are the middleman between the shipper and the carrier. They coordinate a shipment’s success by providing various solutions on...
