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Learn how a truckload shipment moves from pickup to delivery, including planning, loading, transportation, receiving, and the operational decisions that keep freight moving.

August 3, 2026

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Inside the Life Cycle of a Truckload Shipment from Pickup to Delivery

A truckload shipment appears straightforward from the highway, but every load is the result of coordination between shippers, warehouse employees, dispatchers, drivers, receivers, and ...

Learn how freight damage claims are handled, what investigators review, and how drivers' documentation can affect the outcome of a cargo damage claim.

July 10, 2026

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What to do if Freight is Damaged in Transit: A Truck Driver’s Guide

Most freight damage claims begin with a simple question that doesn’t have a simple answer: When did the damage occur? Finding crushed cartons or ...

Learn how different trailer types affect loading and unloading, from dry vans and reefers to flatbeds, tankers, lowboys, car haulers, and walking floor trailers.

June 16, 2026

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How Different Trailer Types Affect the Loading and Unloading Process for Truck Drivers

Loading and unloading are part of every trucking job, but the process can look very different depending on the trailer behind the truck. A ...

ATRI launches a telematics survey to gather insights on fleet performance, safety, and maintenance. Carriers can participate and help shape industry best practices

April 7, 2026

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ATRI Launches Telematics Survey Focused on Real-World Fleet Performance

A new industry survey is now open, giving motor carriers a chance to weigh in on how telematics is being used across day-to-day operations. ...

Truckstop.com relaunches its podcast as Behind the Freight, delivering real-world insights on rates, fraud, compliance, and daily operations for truck drivers, carriers, and freight professionals.

March 31, 2026

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Truckstop.com Relaunches Freight Podcast as Behind the Freight

Truckstop.com is giving its freight podcast a fresh start. Formerly known as Freight Nation, the series has been rebranded as Behind the Freight, reflecting ...

The Women In Trucking Association reveals its 2026 Top Women to Watch list, recognizing industry leaders across operations, safety, leadership, and professional driving roles.

March 27, 2026

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WIT Names 2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking

The Women In Trucking Association has released its 2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking list, highlighting professionals making a measurable impact across fleets, ...

September 10, 2025

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ATRI Invites Trucking Professionals to Highlight Top Industry Concerns

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is calling on the trucking community to participate in its 2025 Top Industry Issues Survey, giving drivers, carriers, ...

August 4, 2025

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Fleets Unlock More Value from Fuel Cards Beyond Just Fuel

Fuel cards have been around for a while, mainly to manage fuel costs. But the latest insights from Shell Fleet Solutions’ “2025 State of ...

April 7, 2025

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VTTI Looking for Carriers to Participate in Driver Detention Study: Improving Efficiency and Safety in the Trucking Industry

The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) is calling on carriers to take part in a groundbreaking research project aimed at understanding and reducing driver ...

March 21, 2025

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The Impact of Weather on Trucking Operations

Weather conditions can significantly influence the safety and efficiency of trucking operations. From heavy rain to extreme winds, each weather type poses unique challenges ...