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• Aug 11, 2026
• By FreightCenter Team
• Under FreightCenter

Moving a few large items is not the same as moving an entire house. That is where people often get stuck. Do you need a moving company, or can you ship the items by LTL freight? The answer depends on what you are moving, how it is packed, how much help you need at pickup and delivery, and whether the shipment is ready to move like freight. This guide breaks down the difference so you can choose the option that fits your move, your budget, and your level of effort.

• Aug 10, 2026
• By FreightCenter Team
• Under FreightCenter

Since its inception in 2002, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has been at the forefront of collecting and analyzing truck GPS data to support various federal and state freight mobility initiatives. ATRI develops and meticulously tracks key performance indicators through its expansive freight truck GPS data repository, essential for understanding and improving the nation’s freight transportation system.

• Aug 10, 2026
• By Shawn Bedassie
• Under FreightCenter

Learn how digital freight matching connects shippers with available carrier capacity, streamlines freight booking, and helps businesses find the right shipping options.

• Aug 10, 2026
• By Sara Gonia
• Under FreightCenter

The logistics talent shortage makes finding quality new hires tougher. To stand out to employers, which is better: certifications or soft skills? Explore what qualifications suit roles in warehouses, distribution centers, and ports, while understanding how hands-on experience is just as important as education and knowledge.

• Aug 7, 2026
• By Shawn Bedassie
• Under FreightCenter

Effective cargo theft prevention is a multi-faceted strategy that combines thorough employee background checks, advanced security technology, and stringent physical security measures to ensure the safe and uninterrupted flow of goods within the supply chain.

• Aug 7, 2026
• By Emma Castro
• Under FreightCenter

Shipping pallets from your garage? Learn how to protect your home business logistics costs from hidden residential freight surcharges, liftgate fees, and carrier audits.

• Aug 5, 2026
• By FreightCenter Team
• Under FreightCenter

Adjusting budgets based on past expenses ensures a smoother supply chain. Evaluate processes continuously to allocate funds effectively for efficient operations by following these few tips.

• Aug 5, 2026
• By FreightCenter Team
• Under FreightCenter, Shipping Tips

Summer is a busy season for retailers and carriers. Follow these summer shipping tips so you can be prepared for the seasonal warmup.

• Aug 5, 2026
• By Chloe Mott
• Under FreightCenter

Explore U.S.-Canadian tariffs, collapsible containers, a plan for truck only lanes, making diesel trucks electric, tariff lawsuits, and plans for adding truck only parking spots in one state. All of this and more on the August Industry News, brought to you by FreightCenter!

• Aug 4, 2026
• By FreightCenter Team
• Under FreightCenter

Learn how to achieve a greener supply chain. Discover practical freight strategies, from LTL consolidation to intermodal shipping, that help reduce waste.