In 2017, Uber launched an app called Uber Freight. The purpose? To match up truck drivers with freight-hauling assignments, in the same way the company was already matching up car-drivers with passengers in need of a ride. Uber Freight originally launched only in Texas. The service has since expanded to all of the lower 48 …
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Roadchecks Cracking Down on Trucking Companies
A common problem for trucking companies is their trucks getting fines during routine inspections which can often result in fines. There are a variety of reasons for these tickets at roadchecks. However, the most common infractions are for failure to secure truck equipment, damaged tie-downs, insufficient tie-downs, and loose tie-downs. These fines can be expensive …
4 Ways to Prevent Cargo Theft
As of 2015, there had been 628 reports of cargo theft in the United States. This accounts for an astonishing $27.87 Million in stolen value. For this reason, many transportation business owners have an interest in preventing cargo theft to increase their revenues. The following list provides useful strategies which would reduce the amount of …