by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 14, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Supply Chain
A recent tax increase could soon result in Mexico tariffs affecting US imports by truck. On August 15, Mexico increased the tariff on non-FTA (Free Trade Agreement) countries from 19% to 33.5%. These levies apply to goods that are low-value parcels valued below $50....
by A1 Freight Solutions | Oct 7, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Freight
President Trump recently imposed a new 25% truck tariff on heavy-duty carrier imports that will take effect on November 1. On September 25, the Trump administration announced levies on various cargoes, including pharmaceuticals, furniture, and trucks. The announcement...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Sep 30, 2025 | Domestic Shipping, Economic Trends, Truck drivers
Introduced by Congress representative Ashley Hinson on September 10, this article will explain what the Fair Trucking Act is. Over the last few decades, the trucking industry has grown to move over 70% of the US’s freight yearly. Alongside the growing number of...
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...
