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Pneumatic Tires [Definition, Pros/Cons, Applications, Costs]

Conger

A Toyota diesel forklift with pneumatic tires Let’s start with a pneumatic tire definition. Pneumatic rubber tires are the standard type of tire that people are familiar with, commonly found on your average car or truck. This article will focus on pneumatic tires for forklifts specifically.

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Driverless Trucks: The New Reality

3PL Insights

FedEx, Volvo, Amazon—the race is on when it comes to driverless truck technology. The world’s largest logistics companies are actively partnering with technology companies to test driverless trucks on the road. This article explores all sides of the driverless technology movement. Trucks must have 360-degree visibility.

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5 Tips on How to Save Money as a Truck Driver

Trinity Logistics

Living on the road as a truck driver is a difficult job but living on the road as a broke truck driver is even harder. Truck stop prices can sometimes be high, causing you to spend unnecessary dough. According to an article in CDL Life , bringing your own food on the road can save you roughly $1,500 a year alone!

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What Shippers and Retailers Need to Know for Peak Season Planning 2022

The Logistics of Logistics

Original Article: What Shippers and Retailers Need to Know for Peak Season Planning 2022. The peak season definition is a continued evolution of the seasons in transportation. Original Article: What Shippers and Retailers Need to Know for Peak Season Planning 2022. WRITTEN BY STEFANY MARTIN / POSTED ON JUNE 9, 2022.

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Soaring Gas Prices Have Michigan Businesses Getting Creative

Blue Grace Logistics

. “Overall, we are definitely seeing an improved capacity out there,” he said. “There’s more availability, more trucks available.” “It couldn’t happen worse for trucking companies,” said Adams, adding he’s not expecting the situation to improve in the foreseeable future.

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The Impact of Modern Safety Systems on the Trucking Industry

United World Transporation

Undoubtedly, the trucking industry has experienced an abundance of changes. Arguably, it can be noted that the trucking industry is definitely embarking the technical revolution. The only thing that hasn’t altered in the trucking industry is the industry basics. Improved Safety. The Rise of ELD.

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Will the Freight Industry Move to a Discounted Pricing Model Like the Stock Brokerage Industry?

The Logistics of Logistics

Just like the full-service stock broker, today’s freight brokers enjoy some definite advantages including: Operational infrastructure, technology and licenses required to broker freight. Relationships with shippers who need trucks (desperately need trucks in this market). Shippers and Carriers Must be Won Over.