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TRUCKING 101 (9 MIN)

Introduction to Trucking

They don’t say “keep on truckin” for nothing. Learn key trucking concepts and why this mode plays a role in (nearly) every shipment.

Your Key Takeaways

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Why trucking accounts for 50% of the money spent in the global freight market, and ways you can lessen your spend.

Key Takeaway_2

LTL, or Less than Truckload, shipments are priced using density-ratio weight. What does this mean for you?

Key Takeaway_3

Real-time tracking is the new norm. What are its benefits and should you insist on it?

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