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Trucking Regulations and the Economy

The trucking industry is facing a "double-whammy" - new government mandates and record high fuel costs. What this means is that two things will need to happen: 1) rates have to go higher, and 2) despite higher rates, more trucking companies will be put out of business or will decide to leave.

This capacity shortage will become apparent with everyone in the logistics industries.

Several things to consider are knowing what you can control and what you can't. You can't control oil or fuel prices; but you may be able to control rates.

When we talk about rates, there are different dynamics depending on if you are a trucking company or a freight broker.

I will explain this in a future blog post.

Cross Border Trucking

Obama and Mexico President Philipe Calderon have made further agreements recently to implement cross border trucking. There are a number of issues here and I wish I were more knowledgeable about this.

There is concern for the small North American trucking companies losing some business. But, on the other hand, North American exports are believed to be increased leading to more work for the USA.

I tend to look at the entire "ball of wax" instead of focusing on how things impact one particular group. You will hear about some truckers losing work here but no one in the USA will hear how a number of Mexican farmers and growers will lose their entire business because of NAFTA. No one will care about that. But, there are always pros and cons and many people are affected.

What I would like to know is, "What is the bottom line? After these programs are fully implemented, will they have a real positive impact on not just the truckers here but the entire logistics industry?"

Any feedback here is appreciated.

Potential Problems for Freight Brokers

Freight brokers are normally not liable for freight damages or missing pieces. The entity taking possession of the cargo is generally liable. So, freight brokers are not directly affected.

Indirectly, however, the freight broker may have to deal with a situation where there has been damage to cargo. Why? This load could be rejected by the consignee either in part or in entirety. And, the freight broker would then work as a liaison between the shipper and carrier to get the problem resolved as fast as possible.

There is tremendous pressure on the truck driver and his company when they take possession of cargo. They normally become liable for any negative effect on the cargo. A recent court case, however, has found the shipper to be responsible for a truck wreck where the cargo was not loaded securely. This recent court case may take some of the burden off of the truck driver.

In some cases, the truck driver should refuse transportation services where a load is not secured properly by the shipper even if the shipper may be liable for faulty cargo securement. The truck driver does not want to increase any probability for personal injury or death to himself or to others.

There are many incidents - real and potential - that truck drivers encounter that may indirectly affect the freight broker. We cover some of these issues in our freight broker training.

Trucks on the Move - What a Beautiful Scene

I read an interesting article the other day and I'll be putting together some type of report on it. The article states that when the economy rebounds, "there won't be enough capacity to move the world's goods around".

The article raises some questions that need to be explored. Is it the fact that our infrastructure (roads, highways, railways, etc.) are in short supply? Or is it the fact that there will be a shortage of drivers and other operators to move the goods? Where exactly is the problem and how will that affect rates and costs?

Stay tuned to this blog for more information in my upcoming report on the impending freight and transportation gridlock.

Here is a Special Report for you.

Go to: Special Report No. 1

Others may benefit as well.

John

It's no secret, there is a lot of clamor about reducing fuel emissions by finding cleaner and more efficient methods of transporting goods. Goods may be transported by air, by rail, by ocean, but by far, the greatest method is by truck.

Are you in trucking? Here are a couple of questions:

1. Do you use some type of fuel efficiency techniques in your truck?
2. If so, what are they?
3. If so, how much more fuel efficient do you think you are as compared to several years ago?
4. Is it costly for you to implement the fuel efficiencies? If so how much?
5. Are you a smaller trucking firm, medium sized, or large firm?

Please give us some input here. Thank you.

How do you think the higher mileage and emissions standards set forth by the Obama administrations will affect the trucking industry? Your comments, please.

My friend, Jim, has a very nice blog related to the trucking industry. He always has some very interesting posts about all the ups and downs in the business. He even likes to stop and "smell the roses" once in awhile with his beautiful photos.

But truck on over to his website and read his article "Recession Proof Career?"

It might surprise you a little. Here is his website. Once you get there, just scroll down a little ways to view the article.

http://truckingblog.blogspot.com/

What Happens When Demand Outstrips Supply?

I read an interesting article the other day and I'll be putting together some type of report on it. The article states that when the economy rebounds, "there won't be enough capacity to move the world's goods around".

The article raises some questions that need to be explored. Is it the fact that our infrastructure (roads, highways, railways, etc.) are in short supply? Or is it the fact that there will be a shortage of drivers and other operators to move the goods? Where exactly is the problem and how will that affect rates and costs?

Stay tuned to this blog for more information in my upcoming report on the impending freight and transportation gridlock.

Are You A Trucking Company Thinking About Brokering?

Here is a Special Report for you.

Go to: Special Report No. 1

Others may benefit as well.

John

Reducing Fuel Emissions

It's no secret, there is a lot of clamor about reducing fuel emissions by finding cleaner and more efficient methods of transporting goods. Goods may be transported by air, by rail, by ocean, but by far, the greatest method is by truck.

Are you in trucking? Here are a couple of questions:

1. Do you use some type of fuel efficiency techniques in your truck?
2. If so, what are they?
3. If so, how much more fuel efficient do you think you are as compared to several years ago?
4. Is it costly for you to implement the fuel efficiencies? If so how much?
5. Are you a smaller trucking firm, medium sized, or large firm?

Please give us some input here. Thank you.

What Do You Think?

How do you think the higher mileage and emissions standards set forth by the Obama administrations will affect the trucking industry? Your comments, please.

Truck on Over to My Buddy's Blog

My friend, Jim, has a very nice blog related to the trucking industry. He always has some very interesting posts about all the ups and downs in the business. He even likes to stop and "smell the roses" once in awhile with his beautiful photos.

But truck on over to his website and read his article "Recession Proof Career?"

It might surprise you a little. Here is his website. Once you get there, just scroll down a little ways to view the article.

http://truckingblog.blogspot.com/