With colder months approaching, now is the time to make sure your trucks are ready for winter driving. Freight is moving, rates are solid, and the last place you want to be is stranded on the shoulder because of poor seasonal prep.   Our friends at American Truck Bookkeeping Services (ATBS) put together a great…

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Trucking News – US Freight Rates August 19, 2025 – Courtesy of DAT Trendlines  August 2025 Freight Rates   Aug 11 – Aug 17 vs. Aug 04 – Aug 10 Jul 2025 vs. Jun 2025 Jul 2025 vs. Jul 2024 Spot Market Loads +5.1% +1.7% +19.9% Spot Market Capacity -1.5% -5.7% -30.0% Van Load-To-Truck +6.0% +11.7%…

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Trucking companies operate with very little room for error. Rising and unpredictable fuel prices, the constant need for repairs and maintenance, steep insurance premiums, and the never-ending demand for equipment can quickly erode profits. In a market where shipping rates stay highly competitive, protecting your bottom line is non-negotiable. The challenge is keeping your prices…

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Double Brokering: What It Is and How to Avoid It Efficiency, trust, and clear communication are essential for keeping freight moving smoothly and profitably. One practice in trucking that throws a wrench in this is double brokering. Double brokering not only creates payment disputes but can also expose carriers and brokers to serious legal and…

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Fraud has long been a part of the trucking industry, but the methods have grown more advanced. Even as companies tighten their security, bad actors are still managing to slip through. From fake paperwork and stolen loads to identity theft, impersonators, double brokering, and digital system tampering, the schemes keep evolving. What makes it especially…

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Fleet managers cannot control the factors that drive up national fuel prices year in and year out. These price hikes can decimate a company’s bottom line, leaving many wondering what they can do to minimize the impact. Thankfully, there are steps managers can take to optimize their fuel savings and lessen the blow they will…

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