October Market Update
Supply chains are experiencing stress from truck, trailer and shipping container shortages. Get insight into what’s happening in the truckload market from ArcBest expert Brian Beasley.
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August Market Update
If you’ve been close to the truckload market over the last few years, you know it has had extreme volatility. Review what’s happened and see how things are looking now.
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Flatbed Trailer Shipping
Use flatbed shipping to move freight of all shapes and sizes
Sometimes you need an over-the-road solution for freight that’s taller, wider, or heavier than what fits in a standard dry van. In cases like these — where freight can also be difficult to load — flatbed shipping is the answer. A flatbed is a trailer with a flattened hauling platform, and most can be loaded from the top, sides and rear. They come in several different styles with various features to handle everything from building materials and industrial equipment to aircrafts parts and mobile homes.
Full Truckload Rates Explained
Learn how full truckload rates are calculated, what factors influence costs and how to discuss pricing with your carrier.
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Complete Guide to Issuing an RFP
Learn all about freight RFPs, including what they are, how they work and how to conduct one to find the right shipping partner.
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A Shipper’s Guide to the Full Truckload Market
Get up to speed on full truckload. Explore what it is, how the market works, and what trends to watch out for to stay ahead in the capacity game.
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Understanding the Effects of Driver Detention
How is detention impacting your supply chain?
Driver detention has been a big issue in the transportation industry for many years, but electronic logging devices (ELDs) have put a spotlight on the topic since the mandate took full effect in 2019. Though the impact of ELDs is still being analyzed, the way they record drivers’ hours of service (HOS) has made time more valuable than ever.
Tips for Shipping Temperature-Sensitive Freight
7 ways to keep temperature-sensitive freight safe
If a shipment has specific temperature requirements, failure to meet them can cause items to lose their value — decreasing product acceptance rates (or increasing returns) and making it difficult for you to get paid for your orders. Use these 7 tips to safeguard your freight and ensure everything arrives as it should.
Truckload Lane Highlight
Get capacity and competitive rates in your key truckload lanes
Peak season demand, fluctuating capacity levels and other market changes can cause delays and rate increases for truckload shippers. And when these issues happen in areas critical to your supply chain, your bottom line can take a significant hit.
Is Intermodal Shipping Right for Your Business?
Intermodal overview: what to expect from this transportation mode
If you’re looking for extra capacity in a tight freight market or exploring cost-saving options for your supply chain, intermodal shipping could be what you need. Anything from electronics to home décor can ship securely via intermodal, and if you have consistent shipments traveling 750 miles or more, it can offer a number of benefits along