Month: October 2021

Are You Overspending on Hidden Freight Costs?

October 28, 2021 |
Learn how to avoid hidden transportation expenses by identifying and eliminating unnecessary supply chain costs. As a rule of thumb, the earlier you book your freight, the lower your freight costs. But what else can you do to drive down your freight costs, even in a market rife with driver… Read More

LiVe Logistics Recertified as a SmartWay Partner by the EPA

October 15, 2021 |
LiVe Logistics has renewed its SmartWay Certification, a program developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to monitor and advance supply chain sustainability. Over the past two decades, national freight activity grew by over 50%, posing a threat to environmental health from C02 emissions. According to the EPA, global freight… Read More

Monthly Transportation Summary: September 2021

October 13, 2021 |
SONAR's Monthly Report is a gold-standard of industry analytics. Below is a summary of September’s report along with our observations. Key points: Truck driver shortages are expected to be in issue indefinitely The rise in tender rejection rates is another key factor in rising trucking costs Additional supply chain capacity… Read More
FreightWaves from SONAR

Continued Uncertainty Expected in the Freight Market Throughout 2022

October 7, 2021 |
The volatility caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will likely continue well into 2022 – and beyond. Here’s how you can navigate the uncertainty. 2021 brought one of the most difficult, competitive transportation markets to date, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain issues, and a volatile economic atmosphere. With continued… Read More