Techpertise together with TMW Systems …Smart city technology, which connects people, vehicles, infrastructure, and organizations, has come to Columbus, Ohio. The city announced its Connected Vehicle Environment project which seeks to reduce congestion and accidents on the city’s busiest roadways.
We consistently hear from shippers that the contractual freight process is failing them. It’s a slow and static process that is misaligned with the fast-paced and volatile freight market. Today, we are announcing Dynamic Backup giving shippers real-time, guaranteed prices for contractual freight. Read the Full Blog Post
Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay …When it comes time to replace tires, whether they are on the tractor or the trailer, more fleets are turning to retreads as a cost-effective alternative to new tires.
Sponsored by Reliance Partners…The DOT’s pilot program to study the feasibility of 18-21-year-old drivers will have an insurance impact, but what exactly do insurance providers think of the proposal?
Recently we had the honor of hosting Ellen Voie, founder, President, and CEO of Women In Trucking Association (WIT) at Convoy HQ. WIT’s mission is to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Read the Full Blog Post
Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay …During a period of crisis in their lives, truck drivers often have nowhere to turn. But, there are several charities available to assist during these emotional times.
FreightWaves’ coverage of Distributed 2018, a leading enterprise blockchain conference, continues.
There’s a side of the trucking industry most don’t see. Look behind the hardened exterior and you’ll find a community of people dedicated to both their profession and their community. Read the Full Article
The current freight marketplace makes one thing clear, America needs more trucking companies. Capacity is at historic lows and rates are skyrocketing nationwide. Read the Full Blog Post
In partnership with Reliance Partners …With autonomous vehicles virtually at our doorstep, it is becoming mission critical for carriers and drivers to protect themselves. Points of vulnerability will be exploited by those who seek to cause harm, economically or otherwise.
Techpertise together with TMW Systems …We’ve known for years that public blockchains needed a second layer for throughput and privacy, but only now are solutions for the largest networks being built out and tested.
Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay …When owner-operators and small fleets make the decision to expand their businesses by adding trucks and people, they often turn to the online payroll systems to pay them.
Some companies think they have it tough when setting up and orchestrating the delivery networks that shuttle their products from point of origin to end customer, but J.R. Butler faces some especially high hurdles. Read the Full Blog Post
Sponsored by Reliance Partners…Other than the economy slowing and unemployment rising, is there a solution to the driver problem?
From the first DOT week with ELDs to unprecedented load-to-truck ratios in California to the start of the summer season, the past few weeks have been overwhelming for many shippers. Companies are paying more than ever to move their products and carriers are failing on loads or rejecting primary freight, leading to a very hot […]
Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay …Weigh station bypass systems are an often-overlooked way for drivers to save both time and money.
In June 2018 Convoy surveyed over 300 small and mid-sized trucking companies across the United States to collect a snapshot of the industry. Survey participants include dispatchers and owner-operators. All the results are self-reported by the participants. Read the Full Blog Post
Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay …Drivers can potentially benefit from added flexibility by utilizing the current split sleeper provision allowed under hours-of-service laws.
Techpertise together with TMW Systems …A shortage of maintenance technicians is making unplanned downtime more costly than ever. We talked to Renaldo Adler from TMW to find out how predictive maintenance can cut roadside breakdowns by 70%.
Sponsored by Reliance Partners…On the heels of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s announcement regarding the Solving for Safety Visualization Challenge, FreightWaves spoke with Reliance Partners’ John Seidl to learn more about risk management in the industry.
