We’re in an age where constant connectivity and digital workflows are streamlining all kinds of processes in freight transactions. From posting loads, managing documents, to making sure the shipper is properly invoiced so the carrier’s payment cycle can begin. Transportation management systems, telematics, and cloud-based business applications are giving 3PLs and freight brokers the information they need
By Matthew Meeks The primary groundwork for today’s trucking tech advances was laid between the 1980s and 1990s – what a remarkable time to be alive! Some of the biggest tech milestones in trucking include electronic engine controls (or electronic control units (ECU), driver assistance systems, and automatic recording devices. Add in GPS technology,
By Matthew Meeks Trucking isn’t just a job; it’s a lifestyle. And some people are truly committed – for life. Maybe you’re looking for a little inspiration for your next tattoo OR maybe you’re just relaxing on break and have nothing better to look at… Either way, let’s take a look at some incredible ink that celebrates diesel,
One of the most dependable regions for freight right now is the Permian Basin in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico, home to the largest crude oil fields in the United States. As of 2019, this region produced nearly 4 million barrels of oil a day and accounts for about one-third of all U.S. output.
For something with no moving parts, a commercial truck tire is a complex piece of equipment, constantly flexing and subject to fluctuating temperature, load weights, and inflation pressures. Neglect can lead to unplanned downtime, higher running costs, increased safety risk, wrecked casings, and hard hits to your Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) score. This is especially
It’s been a year since the ELD mandate took center stage and the transition has taught us so much. The use of ELDs doesn’t just offer compliance but is now part of the full fleet solution package Transflo offers. Our ELD is fully integrated with the Transflo Mobile+ app and telematics system. We’re constantly improving
By Matthew Meeks “Live Long and Prosper” Transflo fully supports an eco-friendly industry on Earth Day and every day of the year… With our continued dedication to advancing technology, helping trucking professionals stay compliant, and keeping routes efficient, we hope to create a safer industry with a lighter carbon footprint. We’ve taken strides to make transportation professional’s
Winter… A merry time to go sledding, drink hot cocoa and cozy up next to the fire place? OR… A misery-filled season of shoveling driveways, scraping windshields and dodging black ice? Roughly 135,000 injuries occur on icy/snowy roads in the U.S. each year, and about 1,800 deaths. It becomes an ongoing concern for seasoned drivers
Winter driving can be a real pain in the rear-view-mirror… but you’ve got loads to deliver. And come ice or snow, it’s your tires that keep you on the go! Give your tires extra love this winter with these must-know tire tips: 1. Thread depth Checking your thread depth should be a part of routine