Smarter Capacity

Smarter Capacity, sponsored by Trucker Tools, is a biweekly look at the freight transportation industry, examining current issues and developments for freight brokers, drivers, and small fleet operators. Trucker Tools provides shipment visibility, carrier capacity management, and predictive freight-matching solutions. With its intuitive tools and industry-leading mobile app, Trucker Tools provides a secure, collaborative platform where brokers and truckers use real-time, trusted data to speed the process of finding and matching the best available truck with the optimal load. Learn more at www.truckertools.com.

Mike King 1 week ago
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Volvo rolls out electric “urban” trucks in Europe

A year after announcing a range of e-trucks for the U.S. market, Volvo Trucks has started selling all-electric models in Europe.
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Ashley Coker, Editor 3 weeks ago
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Automatic load booking can save brokers hours per load

When brokers see their load-matching time go from a couple hours to a few minutes, the shipper and the carrier also win.
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Mike King 10/10/2019
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Rhenus commits to iconic distribution centers and U.S. expansion (WITH VIDEO)

European logistics giant could bring its famed, eco-friendly distribution centers to North America as its global expansion continues
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Mike King 09/24/2019
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Maersk’s digital transformation shifts to warehousing

The shipping giant has teamed up with JDA to boost warehouse and supply chain visibility
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Mike King 09/06/2019
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Deutsche Post commits $552 million to build up to 100,000 StreetScooter units per year

Pilot eLCV projects are planned in the U.S. next year with local production a long-term aim.
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Ashley Coker, Editor 08/15/2019
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There’s an app for that: Providing driver value alongside freight visibility

Introducing an app-based visibility solution could be the answer to shoddy tracking updates.
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Mark Solomon 08/05/2019
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Today’s pick-up: Goodies coming from transport Santa; Raise the financial roof for inland waterways

Get ready for the goodies coming from federal transport spending legislation. Money for inland waterway network will be funds well spent.
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Ashley Coker, Editor 06/27/2019
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England Logistics partners with Trucker Tools to increase visibility

England Logistics has partnered with Trucker Tools to streamline operations and provide real-time visibility to customers, allowing the company to eliminate many broker inefficiencies.
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Ashley Coker, Editor 06/11/2019
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Shoddy freight visibility is no longer an option

Freight visibility is no longer considered a premium benefit the best brokers offer their shippers. It is simply an expectation that most brokers struggle to…
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Michael Angell, Bulk and Intermodal Editor 05/17/2019
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Transparency 19’s Best in Show leveraging tech for trucking’s sake

Truckers, fleet managers, and brokers face any number of regulatory tasks, load optimization and business decisions every single day. Add to that the decision on…
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