by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 18, 2022 | Freight Brokers, Freight Forwarding, Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
August through October is typically known as the “peak season” for domestic freight transportation. Due to the holiday season quickly approaching, the peak season is when truckers are under more significant stress to move cargo. The costs to move freight domestically...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 10, 2022 | Trucking and Supply Chain
Trucks can spend hours and even days delivering freight across large distances. Because of this, diesel trucks can be a significant source of air pollution. In 2018, medium to heavy-duty trucks emitted an estimated 440 million metric tons of carbon dioxide in the U.S....
by A1 Freight Solutions | Apr 25, 2022 | Freight Forwarding
A supply chain is a system of different components coming together to facilitate the delivery of goods to a customer. Often complex, shippers categorize the journey through a supply chain as the first mile, middle mile, and last mile. This article will discuss the...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Apr 22, 2022 | Freight Forwarding
In modern shipping, three terms pop up regularly, freight broker, freight forwarder, and customs broker. While they may seem similar, distinct differences are associated with each term. Understanding the differences and benefits of each can be helpful when planning on...
