Mitch Kinek, Author at TLI

Motor Carriers Holiday Season

Carrier Holiday Schedule 2024

November 21, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, it’s important for shippers to plan ahead to ensure smooth operations during this time. This article contains large motor carriers holiday schedule so you can plan accordingly.

Employee Driving Forklift

NMFC Docket 2025-1: What to Know

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August 7, 2024

A brief explanation on upcoming changes to the Freight Classification System (NMFC Codes) by the NMFTA.

FTL Trucking Backhaul Lanes

What is Backhaul Trucking?

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August 5, 2024

Backhaul trucking refers to a truckload, or FTL, carrier finding lanes to reposition the driver ...

What are LTL Carrier Tariffs?

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July 3, 2024

An LTL Carrier Tariff governs the relationship between a carrier and a shipper. The tariff ...

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General Rate Increases (GRI) in Shipping

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May 8, 2024

General Rate Increases (GRI) is a raise in costs on the base rate of freight ...

Shipper Routing Freight

Shippers, Consignees, and Carriers: Who is Involved in a Shipment

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April 1, 2024

On the Bill of Lading (BOL), there are special references to the shipper, consignee, and ...