What is Roadcheck Week (aka DOT Blitz Week)?

Every May, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) leads International Roadcheck, which is a 72-hour, high-visibility enforcement initiative where inspectors across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico conduct intensified roadside safety checks on commercial trucks and drivers to enforce compliance with federal safety regulations. What it means for carriers During Blitz Week, carriers face heightened inspections […]

Why Rail Freight is a Smart Alternative when OTR Rates Rise

When over-the-road trucking rates climb, shippers have options. Rail, particularly intermodal freight, offers a cost-stable, high-capacity alternative for the right lanes and freight profiles. Here’s what to know. The impact of rising OTR rates When over-the-road (OTR) rates begin to rise, shippers feel it fast. Fuel increases, tightening capacity, seasonal surges, and broader economic shifts […]