These are typically truckload brokerages that are not actual IMCs. They do not have direct relationships with the railroads, relying on asset carriers and IMCs to move their intermodal loads. Pros: Assuming a shipper is already working with the reseller for truckload, they don’t have add anoth...
The article features dealer Walter Salcedo of Sherman dodge in Skokie, Illinois, and the Dodge Sprinter van. Salcedo claims to sell 700 Dodge Sprinter vans a year while most dealers average 270. A testament to the throngs of contractors using Sprinter vans is Salcedo's office wall, where ...
In 2019, Cargo Transporters set out to find an alternative way to communicate with drivers while they were out of the truck. At big distribution centers, for example, Cargo Transporters’ drivers may have to walk a half mile from their truck to the check-in office. The result was the driv...
VAN LIFE WITH NO FRIDGE MEANS: BUYING FOOD WITH INTENTION You know that saying about the bigger the space, the more things you’ll find to fill that space? Well, it rings true for those living on the road, too. Same goes for stocking your cooler. The fact of the matter is, that ...
How Oversize Loads Work Payload Quiz Payload Safety Quiz Knowing how much payload your car, truck or SUV can handle is important for safety considerations. Payload is simply any load carried by a vehicle. It also helps you to determÂine how much you can fit in your vehicle and how...
Balance the weight evenly to prevent towing issues. Regularly check and maintain tires, lights, and brakes. Consider having your trailer inspected by a professional. Where can I find inspiration and guidance for building my DIY camper trailer?
Step 4: Decide on the type of freight you want to handle Freight brokers have the option to choose what kind of cargo they want to control. It is your choice if you wish to work with general loads or specialist loads. Clients, who ship sensitive freight such as perishable goods or hazar...
Imagine this: a regular day in the life of your hardworking technicians, where they're struggling to find the right tools or fighting with unruly loads while watching precious minutes slip away. One hour a day across a fleet of a few hundred adds up to weeks of lost productivity. This is...
The exchange of the lubrication oil took one day and consisted of full draining of the used oil over night, four flushing cycles, exchange of oil filters, and a running-in program on different engine loads with MGO for 2 h. The order of fuel tests was from light to heavy. Thereby, ...
Small cars are easier to park.Driving a small car allows you to fit in tight spots that would be tricky for a larger car, truck, or van. We find this very useful when visiting national parks during the busy season. Also, if you are not a pro at parallel parking, driving a small ca...