Trucking

With traditional transport companies, modern third-party logistics (3PL) providers, and brokerage firms, shippers now have numerous options when it comes to transporting their goods. They can even opt to set up their own private fleet or sign dedicated contracts with carriers. The flexibility of today’s freight movement network allows shippers to navigate a wide range … Read more

Pushing towards an era of green technology adoption is crucial for global economic and environmental recovery. One of the game-changers in this transition is the environmentally friendly “Iron-Phosphate” Battery (referred to as Fe Battery). This battery has ignited two primary technological breakthroughs: Making renewable power generation crucial for grid operations with consistent dispatchable capacity. Ushering … Read more

In today’s dynamic business landscape, companies worldwide are seeking ways to achieve growth and return on investment (ROI) by aligning customer needs with the customer experience. This drive toward customer service excellence is no exception in the supply chain industry. In these companies, customer service has often become the primary touchpoint. As customer expectations continue … Read more

The buzzword that echoes through the automotive industry today is “electric.” We talk a lot about it here at the QuickTSI blog, and for good reason. This is the topic that will – quite literally – drive our future. And while there are many alternative fuel CMVs in development, one stands out. With an enormous … Read more

At Quick Transport Solutions, we’re always eager to share insights and stimulate discussion on the latest industry trends. This is why the fast-growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) naturally leads us to ponder the future of truck stops. We’ve found an exciting answer in an innovative project by Michigan and Daimler Trucks. It’s aptly named … Read more

The journey of the trucking industry began much before the advent of combustion engines and rubber tires. In the infancy of human civilization, the transportation of goods was carried out on foot, with simple carriers and eventually evolving to the use of wheels and pallets. These rudimentary, yet transformative, methods marked a significant shift in … Read more

In a fast-paced world where everything is moving at the speed of light, communication has become a vital cog in the machinery of any organization. This is especially true for the trucking industry, a sector that relies heavily on timely and accurate information exchange. Rewinding a few decades, we find an era where truckers would … Read more

The concept of using ammonia as a fuel source isn’t a new one, it’s just making a comeback. During World War II, Europeans used liquid ammonia as a fuel substitute when diesel and gasoline were scarce. Now, with our improved understanding of ammonia’s potential as a clean energy source, it is emerging once again as … Read more

In today’s digital age, electronic logging devices (ELDs) have become an essential tool for trucking companies. With the implementation of mandates in the United States and Canada, the adoption of ELDs is no longer a choice but a requirement. However, not all ELD solutions are created equal. If your current system is failing to meet … Read more

As a motor carrier, planning for the aftermath of a truck accident is crucial, despite it seeming counterintuitive. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has moved away from using the term “accident” and instead speaks of “crashes” as they have causes that can be addressed. Advance preparation enables motor carriers to take advantage of two … Read more