Freight quotes are based on several factors: distance, weight, dimensions, density, value, handling requirements, and how easily your freight can be damaged. Carriers use this information to assign a freight class, which, along with mileage, determines your shipping cost. WHAT DOES CWT WEIGHT MEAN IN FREIGHT?CWT stands for “cost per hundredweight” (expressed as $/CWT). Most… Read More
As states are iterating and implementing travel declarations of “essential” or “non-essential,” the gray area around regulations and requirements for transporting goods across state lines is getting bigger. It’s best to be prepared in the event you are stopped while completing your transport. While many carriers have reported no issues completing their deliveries, there are… Read More
As the CoronaVirus (Covid-19) continues to spread around the globe, it is important for carriers to be smart with their decisions as they continue to pick up and deliver shipments. If you are a service provider, be sure to take the necessary precautions to stay healthy and prevent the spread of the virus. This guide… Read More
Are you considering purchasing something from a GovPlanet auction? If so, you need to read this. GovPlanet is an online auction where you can purchase anything from used military gear to heavy equipment at deeply discounted prices. The problem is, most buyers are in such a rush to place a bid that they don’t think… Read More
To find a good freight forwarder, it is important that you perform thorough research. It is important to know how much you might pay, what to expect, and what to look for. Furthermore, you should be prepared to ask freight forwarders the right questions to make sure you are selecting the right one. By preparing… Read More
What is a Freight Hauler? A freight hauler or freight carrier is the company or person who directly handles your shipment via truck, train, boat, or airplane. If you are shipping Less Than Truckload (LTL) or international freight, several carriers may handle and transfer your shipment. For some shipments, you might hire a freight broker… Read More
Finding a delivery quote doesn’t have to be hard and manual. Using an online service for quotes is a fast solution to help you figure out your budget for shipping. uShip gets you personalized shipping quotes directly from carriers with maintaining your privacy. Oftentimes, finding a delivery quote online goes through brokers or lead generating… Read More
A freight broker’s job is to arrange the transportation of your shipment. Brokers don’t actually have their own trucks and drivers. Instead, they assign carrier companies within their networks to service shipments at booked prices, while striving to meet the time frames requested. After booking a shipment with a freight broker, it’s important that both… Read More
With thousands of available loads all across the country on uShip’s free load board, there’s a perfect transport job just for you… and maybe a few others. So, how do you make sure you win the job and make your money? It’s easier than you think, and you don’t have to sell yourself short in… Read More
Your profile is your free built-in marketing tool through uShip Take full advantage of it to make your company shine! Get discovered when people search for you in Google. Have a webpage to add to your business card. Having a strong, detailed carrier profile is an important part of building trust with shipping customers, and… Read More