Boxwheel Trailer Leasing Insights
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Interesting Facts About Semi Trailers and Their History
Why is it called a “semi trailer”? Who built the first one? How long have semi trailers been in use? If you’re in the transportation business, you might find it interesting to learn more about the back half of the tractor-trailer, which has carried an incalculable amount of cargo and been pivotal in the growth of commerce around the world for the last 125 years.
Are You, Your Truck and Your Semi Trailer Ready for Hot-Weather Driving?
If you’re a trucker, nobody needs to tell you that having your truck and semi trailer out of commission for any significant period of time is a problem. In summertime, as temperatures start to climb, so does the risk of serious, heat-related issues. From damage caused by an overheated engine to blown tires, these troubles can take you off the road for hours or even days at a time.
Reverse Logistics and Semi Trailers: Enabling an Important Process
Reverse logistics is not a new concept. In fact, the first use of the term was in 1992 in a white paper titled “Reverse Logistics” published by the Council of Logistics Management. However, the idea has received more attention in recent years due, in part, to a desire to recapture value from products and from an increased focus on earth-friendly, “green” practices.
Semi Trailers: Fast, Flexible, Affordable Storage
Fast-growing companies can’t get new warehouse space built fast enough or may have revenues earmarked for other initiatives. Organizations with sales spikes don’t want more permanent warehouse space, as it becomes a financial burden when volumes drop.
What You Need to Know About Semi Trailer Tires
We’ve all heard the phrase “where the rubber meets the road.” For any company that uses semi trailers to haul products or materials, that point is one that can have a significant effect on everything from fuel economy to safety. Knowing what to look for when purchasing tires and how to get the most life out of tires without creating a safety risk can be a key to success.
Fuel-Saving Strategies for the Busy Holiday Season
Using any of these tactics can help you reduce fuel consumption and save money. Practice all seven of them and you may find the savings to be impressive.
Tips for Developing Your Semi Trailer Leasing Strategy
Do you lease semi trailers for your business to use, or are you considering leasing trailers? If so, it’s a good idea to develop a strategy that will enable you to maximize the benefit of those leases and your relationship with the provider.
How an Efficient Semi Trailer Rental Process Boosts Your Business
There are many factors to consider when looking for a semi trailer rental or leasing partner. From whether their over the road or cartage semi trailers include GPS tracking to the maintenance services they provide and how you benefit from them, you need to ensure that...
Here to Help: 4 Maintenance Benefits From Your Semi Trailer Provider
There are many benefits of working with a semi trailer leasing company—from the guidance they can provide on the right over the road trailer (OTR), cartage trailer or storage trailer to use, to the organization’s industry connections and reach that ensure you can get...
What You Need to Know About Semi Trailer Construction
At a glance, semi trailers may appear very similar. Dry van trailers, for example, generally look like big, rectangular boxes—at least to people who aren’t familiar with the transporting of goods and materials. On the other hand, businesses that rely on semi trailers...