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Patriot Freight Group aims to be your preferred over the road carrier and intermediary trucking service provider. We do that by providing superior service for your supply chain needs. But, we also do that by keeping you up-to-date with the latest in the trucking industry and business.
Trucking Solutions for Long-Distance Hauls
We have all had to drive an exceedingly long distance at one point or another. However, it’s doubtful that most people have driven anything that even compares with the distances that truck drivers travel. Unfortunately, finding the best trucking solutions
Six Flatbed Trucking Services
Did you know that the first flatbed truck ever built is technically older than America? Flatbed trucking is one of the more demanding forms of freight transportation. With heavy, oversized loads in all shapes and sizes, it’s no wonder flatbed
Hidden Heroes: Why Truckers Are Vital to Consumer Culture
In many ways, truck drivers are the unsung heroes of our modern lives. There is not much in the way of cultural conversation about just how vital they are to nearly every aspect of our lives. The food we eat,
Miles Ahead: How Weather Can Affect Delivery Times for Moving Freight
Across the country, trucks are moving record levels of freight. Nearly $69 billion in freight was moved in 2021 — up 13% from the previous year, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Even with all those miles of road covered,
Guide to Supply Chain Solution: Top Management Strategies
How do you manage your supply chain? Fifty-seven percent of companies believe that supply chain solutions provide a competitive edge. Most companies use ‘make to stock’ approach. This means they make products in large scale in anticipation of high demand.
How to Find a Reputable Trucking Broker
Now that you’re expanding business operations, you’ll need to think of your shipping needs. Your choice of a trucking broker will make or break the business, so choose carefully. The US freight brokerage market was valued at $1.164 billion in
Christmas Tree Trucking
Tis the season to be jolly… tra la la la la, la, la! Yes, it’s that time of the year once again! Christmas tree season is here! However, have you given it a second thought to how your Christmas tree
A Guide to Heavy Haul Trucking
By weight, trucks move 72.5% of America’s freight each year. Trucks come in all sizes and shapes, but heavy cargo requires a special type of transportation called heavy haul trucking. Any truck driver who handles extra heavy cargo must take
Hazmat Regulations: How to Transport Hazardous Material
Hazardous materials hurt. More than 15,000 incidents involving hazardous materials occurred in 2020. Almost 14,000 of those incidents occurred on the highway. Many companies have tunnel vision. They focus on transporting hazardous material, but they don’t think about containers or
What Is Hot Shot Delivery?
In the U.S., there are more than 3.5 million people who work as truck drivers. In fact, one of the largest occupations in the United States is driving delivery trucks or large tractor-trailers. The trucking industry is a vital part
What Should You Know About Freight Forwarding Services?
When you release a shipment off your dock, are you confident how it gets handled on the way to its destination? There’s nothing worse than learning your freight is late or damaged on the way. Many businesses use freight forwarding
How to Choose the Right Trucking Company to Move Your Cargo
If you have a business and regularly need to transport goods, the trucking company you choose will significantly impact your success. There are many factors to consider when choosing an appropriate trucking company for transporting your cargo. Here is some