As summer trucks on, every day brings us further into hurricane season. Keeping our carriers safe before, during, and after a hurricane is at the forefront of our minds, and…
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GeneralEstablishing Carrier Relationships
By erika deblasiBetween the pandemic lockdowns, post-pandemic shortages, and tightened capacity, shippers are forced to work harder to ensure inventories are received on time. Moreover, this past year, carriers have been struggling…
GeneralHawkeye receives 9th consecutive National Safety Award!
By erika deblasiGreat West Casualty Company is the nation’s leading provider of property and casualty insurance for the trucking industry. With over 60 years of experience, Great West offers risk management, underwriting,…
General2022 Mid-Year Industry Insights
By erika deblasiWhat’s going on with missing underride guard labels? Many in the trucking industry are struggling to understand the lack of enforcement policy infractions. Specifically, for rear underride guards on trailers…
GeneralAvoid These Cold Chain Blunders
By erika deblasiCold chain systems are vital to the continued growth of global trade of food and health supplies. Companies in the cold chain industry have had decades to refine the complexities…
GeneralTips for Hauling Freight in Bad Weather
By erika deblasiNo matter the time of year, the weather is constantly changing, especially for drivers traveling over great distances. You could be driving down a road with nothing but clear skies…
GeneralWhat You Need to Know About ELDT in 2022
By erika deblasiThe ELDT was created in an attempt to standardize Commercial Vehicle Driver training. The “entry-level driver training” (ELDT) regulations are intended to make sure drivers entering the industry can operate…