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How to Become a Licensed Freight Broker: Requirements & Steps

Being a licensed freight broker is a fulfilling career that not many people know about.

DTS Named Recipient of Estes Customer Excellence Award

Diversified Transportation Services recognized in the inaugural class of Estes' new customer recognition program.

Freight vs. Shipping: Breaking Down the Core Differences

The terminology of shipping goods can be a bit complicated, and not knowing which service you need can lead to costly...

8 Common Types of Freight Trucks and How They Are Used

Freight is a pretty general term that covers practically everything that’s hauled professionally across the world.

Freight Broker Versus Dispatcher: How Each Role Works in Freight Shipping

When you hire a freight shipping service, you’re going to deal with different types of people who play very different...

Fuel Surcharges in Freight: What Shippers Must Know in 2026

Fuel Surcharges Are Up — Significantly If your freight bills have been higher lately and you're not sure why, there's...

Revolutionizing Freight Security: The Role of AI and IoT

Confirmed cargo theft incidents increased by 18% in 2025, according to Versik CargoNet’s Supply Chain Risk report.

Types of Freight: How Different Freight Services Are Used

Freight is the backbone of the modern economy.

4 Types Of Temperature-Controlled Logistics | DTS

4 types of temperature-controlled freight shipping Temperature-sensitive freight leaves little room for error.

Freight Broker vs. Carrier: Roles, Responsibilities, and Key Differences

In freight shipping, confusion usually starts with roles.

How Does Freight Shipping Work? The Complete Process Explained

Freight shipping has a reputation for being complicated, and honestly, it's rightfully earned.

Cold Chain Logistics Explained | DTS

Cold chain logistics explained: How temperature-controlled shipping works Keeping temperature-sensitive products safe...

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Fuel Surcharges in Freight: What Shippers Must Know in 2026

Fuel Surcharges Are Up — Significantly If your freight bills have been higher lately and you're not sure why, there's…

4 Types Of Temperature-Controlled Logistics | DTS

4 types of temperature-controlled freight shipping Temperature-sensitive freight leaves little room for error. If products get too hot, too cold,…

What is Reefer LTL Freight? | DTS

What is reefer LTL freight? Key details for shippers Businesses that ship perishable or temperature-sensitive cargo rely on reefer less-than-truckload…

What Is LTL Carrier Liability? | DTS

What is LTL carrier liability? Shipping can be risky business. Freight can be damaged, lost, or even stolen, and recent…

What Is LTL Freeze Protection? | DTS

What is LTL freeze protection? Countless businesses use less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping to transport goods throughout the year — even on…

What Is Liftgate Delivery? | DTS

What is liftgate delivery? For many businesses, receiving freight can be a complicated and challenging process. You may not have…

What Is Inside Delivery For Freight? | DTS

What is inside delivery for freight? Inside delivery can be a great choice for businesses using a less than truckload…

What Is Concealed Damage? Claims, Causes, and More | DTS

Concealed damage: Meaning, causes, and how to file a claim Imagine you receive a shipment of essential machinery or materials…

Key Changes Coming to NMFC Class in 2025 | DTS

Key 2025 NMFC class changes and how they will affect shippers The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) is making…

What Is A Lumper Fee In Trucking? Lumper Fees Explained | DTS

What is a lumper fee in trucking? Here’s everything you need to know Shipping is more than simply getting goods…

NMFC Freight Class Updates - August 2024

The Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC), a committee of the NMFTA, is tasked with establishing, maintaining, and updating the classification-related…

What is Pool Distribution? Everything You Need to Know | DTS

For any business transporting goods across the country or beyond, pool distribution can be a valuable shipping solution. This method…

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