What to Consider Before Adding to Your Fleet
Lots of businesses rely on a fleet of vehicles to deliver customer orders. Unfortunately, maintaining a fleet of vehicles is costly and far from being hassle-free. Plus, business owners must cope with the significant cost of adding new vehicles to replace older ones or keep up with customer demand and business expansion. But before you […]
Types of Pallets to Choose From
If you’ve recently started a business and you’re looking into freight delivery services, it may surprise you to learn that there are different types of pallets available. Each of these has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, some are better suited for shipping heavier loads. If you’re unsure of which type of pallet to […]
Get the Basics About Freight Class
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has established a standardized classification system for different freight classes. This facilitates standardized freight pricing for shipments. Essentially, it means that shippers can feel confident knowing they are receiving a fair, unbiased quote for their less than truckload (LTR) shipments. There are a total of 18 freight classes, […]
Amazon Flex: A Look at Ridesharing for Last Mile Delivery
Amazon may have started out as a small bookseller operating out of a garage, but it grew quickly to become an e-commerce giant. Today, Amazon is known for having fingers in many pies, offering everything from digital assistants to streaming shows and movies to groceries. The phenomenal growth of this Internet powerhouse also means a […]
Are Americans Comfortable with Autonomous Vehicles?
For years, autonomous vehicles existed solely in science fiction literature and movies, where they could be safely admired from afar by consumers who liked the general idea of convenient, hands-off travel. Yet, the reality is proving far different. In fact, Americans have been slow to embrace this drastic change in transportation, as recent polls reflect. […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Autonomous Vehicles
For better or worse, it seems inevitable that autonomous vehicles will one day become a normal part of the landscape. Will they make the roads safer? Or will technology prove less reliable than human intelligence? Only time will tell, but here are a few factors to consider. Pro: The roads could become less hazardous. It’s […]
A Look at the Most Heavily Trafficked Roads in Southern Arizona
Those who drive for a living log a great deal of hours on the road, and they’ll spend a lot of their time on roads that already have countless miles on them. In terms of southern Arizona’s roads, there are a few that stand out from the pack. Read on and take a look at […]
How Rural Medical Deliveries Can Change Your Patients’ Lives
Patients need to get their medication, so they can tackle their medical issues and improve their quality of life. If your medical practice serves a rural area, it may be tough to know that local pharmacies will have the medications that patients need—or that your patients are within close range of a pharmacy. Delivery services […]
Will the Delivery Industry Be Taken Over by Robots?
The more innovative technology becomes, the more we can use it to improve various aspects of our personal and professional lives. When it comes to the delivery industry, innovations in technology have made it easier to organize, find, and deliver items in less time than ever before. Keep reading to see how robots have changed […]
Tumamoc Hill
Buttes are geological formations that feature steep, often nearly-vertical sides that lead to a flattened plateau. These hills, which are found throughout the state of Arizona, create a unique landscape that our drivers often enjoy as they perform their duties. Tumamoc Hill is one such feature located near “A” Mountain and downtown Tucson. This popular […]
