by A1 Freight Solutions | Dec 3, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain
Last week, the Trump Administration announced plans to hike tariffs on U.S. imports, and shippers could soon see these tariff increases impacting trucking. On President-elect Donald Trump’s first day in office, he will impose a 25% increase on importations from Canada...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 22, 2024 | Domestic Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain
Technological advancements in shipping have grown various technology trends in the industry, including 3D printing’s impact on trucking. 3D printing is a manufacturing process where a computer uses a digital design to create a physical object. The computer builds up...
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...
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,...
