Freight Resources

Spot Rates vs Contract Rates: Which Fits Your Freight?

Spot rates are transactional processes for one-time moves, whereas contract rates are long-term agreements for continual shipping. Learn which rate is best to get your freight where it needs to go.

November 21, 2025

Truckload Consolidation Explained: Benefits for US Shippers

Does truckload consolidation fit into your logistics strategy? We explain how consolidation works and the ways it can save you money in freight shipping.

November 17, 2025

Is Partial Truckload (PTL) Right for You?

PTL shipping is the perfect middle ground between LTL and FTL shipping. If your cargo is oddly shaped or too small to fill a truck, PTL shipping is the right choice for a simple, quick transit.

November 12, 2025

Pallet Transportation: When To Use It and How

Pallets are used by a variety of industries to ship freight across the US. That said, you might be wondering if it's the right choice for your shipment. We’ll show you when to use it and much more.

September 25, 2025

Freight Fraud: What Shippers Can Do To Prevent It

Freight fraud is a serious problem that’s cost businesses extraordinarily large amounts of money in recent years. We’ve got the tips that will help you protect your shipments from this crime.

September 15, 2025

4PL vs 3PL: Strategically Outsourcing Your Logistics

We compare 3PL and 4PL logistics providers, including their responsibilities, resources, and how they can help grow your business with real-time data and scaling.

September 8, 2025

Parcel vs Freight: How Do They Differ and When To Use Them

Parcel and freight shipping are two terms in the logistics industry that shippers often confuse. We’ll provide clarity on each service by showing you how they work and when they should be used.

PTL vs FTL Shipping: Key Differences for Shippers To Consider

If you only have experience shipping FTL freight, then PTL might be a foreign concept to you. Shippers sometimes confuse the two services. We’ll show you how they differ and how to use each.

What Is LTL Shipping in the Trucking Industry?

Review what less-than-truckload (LTL) trucking is, find out the fool-proof reasons it’s important for freight shippers across the US, and avoid pitfalls by discovering eye-opening logistics insights from the industry's most trusted partner.

LTL Furniture Shipping: Why It’s the Best and How To Use It

Between high costs and the possibility of your goods becoming damaged, there’s a lot to be nervous about when shipping furniture. LTL is a solution that can help you mitigate these challenges.

How Much Does Pallet Shipping Cost? A Beginner’s Guide

Find out which factors influence how much it costs to ship pallets for your business or personal needs. We break down what counts as pallet shipping and the preferred carrier services for it.

How To Ship Large Items with LTL Shipping

Shipping large items with LTL doesn’t need to be a hassle. We’ve got the support and information you’ll need to get your freight picked up and transported safely to the final destination.

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