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December 2011

Santa Ana Winds Affect Truckers Moving Freight

Submitted by Courtney on Fri, 12/02/2011 - 17:25

Truckers moving freight across the Western U.S., be forewarned: The Santa Ana winds are overturning tractor-trailers.

New Site Enhancements Improve Freight Matching

Submitted by Courtney on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 15:46

As our members are well aware by now, at Getloaded, we’re constantly looking for ways to simplify and improve their freight matching experience. In 2011 alone, we’ve launched new member and public sites, created the industry’s only Spanish-language load board and upgraded our servers to provide blindingly fast searches. Well, we’re showing our commitment to ease again with the release of new technology updates that bring you the results you need — faster than ever before. 

The Trucking Business Community: Riding the Wave

Submitted by Timothy D. Brady on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 05:13

You can’t look far in the media these days without hearing about how freight in general has been improving.

But, what about the type of freight you focus on hauling? Or the lanes you’ve been running? Have you seen more freight and increasing rates?

If not, then it’s time to reevaluate what you’re hauling and where you’re transporting it.

Take a Break From Moving Freight to Help a Trucker in Need

Submitted by Courtney on Thu, 12/29/2011 - 07:13

Any trucker moving freight during the holidays knows just how important our industry is to the economy. But for some truckers, no matter how much freight they move, they still have many hardships they must overcome — and nonprofit Trucker Charity is dedicated to making sure truckers in need have the help they deserve from their fellow truckers during the holidays.

The Trucking Business Community: A Full House of Plans in 2012 - Means A Winning Hand in Trucking Too

Submitted by Timothy D. Brady on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 06:13

How many times have you faced a blank piece of paper (or a wall) and tried to kick-start planning for your trucking company? Planning sometimes seems easier said than done, but with these five plans, you can make your trucking life a lot easier — and bring more revenue in, as well.

1. Route and Times for Pick-Up and Delivery Plan