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Supply Chain Agility & Real-Time Data: How Brokers Can Turn Volatility into Advantage

The freight market in 2025 is unpredictable, but volatility doesn’t have to be your enemy. For freight brokers, agility backed by real-time data is the ultimate competitive advantage. Learn how the smartest brokers are using instant rate intelligence, mobile-first tools, and seamless integrations to navigate disruptions, respond faster than competitors, and turn market chaos into opportunity. When the market moves, speed wins.

Freight Market “Seesaw”: Spot, Contract and Hybrid Rate Strategies for Q4 2025

The freight market is shifting again. In 2025, spot and contract rates are on a seesaw, spot rates are climbing in key lanes while contract rates lag behind. For carriers and brokers, Q4 will test how well they adapt their pricing strategies. Learn why hybrid freight strategies are no longer optional and how 123Loadboard’s tools help you navigate the rate swings with confidence.

The unseen rules of freight: know who you are talking to and stop losing money

Most carriers lose money not on the phone, not on the road. They waste time talking to the wrong brokers and accept loads below operating costs. Understanding the two broker models – volume brokers who move fast with slim margins, and service brokers who prioritize relationships – is the key to protecting your profit and booking smarter freight.

The freight didn’t disappear. It just stopped looking for you

The freight didn’t disappear, it just stopped looking for you. While many carriers struggle with slower markets, smart operators are adapting their strategies to stay profitable. Learn how top carriers find quality loads when others sit empty.

AI in Trucking: How Carriers Use Predictive Analytics to Maximize Profits and Reduce Empty Miles

Empty miles are killing carrier profitability. With 35% of truck miles running empty, smart carriers are turning to AI-powered load boards and predictive analytics to find better loads, optimize routes, and boost their bottom line. Learn how AI technology is helping truckers reduce empty miles by up to 64% and maximize revenue per mile.

You Are Chasing Posted Rates. That Is Why You Are Losing Money

Thousands of carriers lose money every week by chasing posted rates instead of calculating what really matters: cost per day. Learn why focusing on miles and total pay is costing you money, and discover the simple math that separates profitable loads from money-losing traps.

U.S. – China Tariffs Truce: What It means for freight brokers and carriers

The U.S. and China just hit pause on their trade war with a 90-day tariff reduction deal, and freight professionals who move fast stand to profit big. With tariffs dropping from 145% to 30% on Chinese goods, importers are rushing to capitalize on the window, creating cargo surges at West Coast ports and rate volatility across key trade corridors. But here’s the catch: this truce is temporary, and smart operators know that in freight, timing is everything.

U.S. Importers Are Rerouting Freight Away from China – What this Means for Carriers and Brokers

U.S. importers are shifting freight away from China due to tariffs as high as 125%, creating new opportunities for carriers and brokers. East and Gulf Coast ports are gaining volumme while West Coast traffic drops. Learn how smart operators are adapting to profit from these changing trade patterns.

Q1 2025 Freight Market Recap: Riding the Wave of Change in Logistics

We’ve just wrapped up Q1 2025, and let us tell you, it’s been one heck of a ride in the freight brokerage world. Between political shakeups, market curveballs, and tech breakthroughs, there’s a lot to unpack. Let’s break down what’s been happening and how you can stay ahead of the game.

Trump Tariffs 2025: What They Mean for the Logistics Industry

Let’s face it, the logistics world just got flipped upside down.

In April 2025, President Trump dropped what many are calling a “trade bombshell” by rolling out massive new tariffs that affect pretty much everyone we do business with globally. If you’re in logistics, freight, or trucking, you’re probably already feeling the effects…

Walmart 3PL Brokerage: What It Means for the Trucking Industry

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is making a bold move into the third-party logistics (3PL) market. By officially launching its freight brokerage service, the retail giant is looking to compete directly with established players like Amazon, Uber Freight, and traditional 3PL firms. This move could shake up the entire trucking and logistics industry…

Trump’s New Tariffs: How the Trucking Industry Will Feel the Impact

President Donald Trump has implemented a fresh wave of tariffs on imports, with a particular focus on Chinese and Canadian goods. While his previous tariff policies aimed to protect American industries and jobs, they also had unintended consequences – one of the most affected being the trucking industry. With new tariffs in place, what can truckers, freight companies, and logistics professionals expect?

Trucking Industry Outlook 2025: Market Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

The trucking industry is poised for a significant shift in 2025, driven by a combination of economic recovery, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. As freight demand begins to stabilize…

Driving Success: 123Loadboard’s 2024 Year in Review

As 2024 draws to a close, we at 123Loadboard are proud to reflect on a year marked by significant growth, innovation, and strategic partnerships that have enhanced our services and expanded our reach within the freight industry.

Men’s Health in Trucking: A Roadmap to Wellness

November is a time when many focus on men’s health, with campaigns like Movember raising awareness about physical and mental health challenges. For men in the trucking industry, the conversation is especially vital. Truckers face unique challenges due to their demanding schedules… (Read more)

The Benefits of Factoring for Owner-Operators

Owner-operators in the trucking industry often face financial challenges, especially when it comes to managing cash flow and that’s where factoring can help. With expenses such as fuel, maintenance, insurance, and payroll to cover, waiting 30, 60, or even 90 days for customer payments can create financial strain. For small businesses, this gap in cash flow can hinder daily operations and long-term growth. Factoring offers an effective solution, providing immediate funds in exchange for outstanding invoices.

Digital Transformation and Technology Integration for Freight Brokers

The freight brokerage industry is undergoing a significant shift, driven by digital transformation and the integration of new technologies. Traditionally, freight brokers relied heavily on manual processes such as phone calls, emails, and paperwork to match loads with carriers and manage logistics.

Maximizing Income for Truck Drivers: Strategies and Tips

Truck driving is not just a job; it’s a livelihood that requires dedication, skill, and strategy for maximizing income and earnings. Whether you’re a seasoned driver or just starting in the industry, there are several proven methods to increase your income and make the most out of your time on the road.

Cooking on the Road: A Truck Driver’s Guide to Delicious Meals

Being a truck driver often means long hours on the road, miles away from home-cooked meals and the convenience of a kitchen. However, with a bit of creativity and preparation, it’s entirely possible to enjoy delicious and nutritious meals right from the comfort of your truck cab. Here’s a guide to cooking on the road as a truck driver…

Choosing the Best Truck and Trailer to Maximize Trucking Profits

Having the best truck and trailer is the single most important factor in setting up your trucking business. Selecting the right equipment type not only ensures the efficiency and safety of your operations but also impacts your earning potential.

CarrierSource & 123Loadboard Partner, Enabling Brokers and Shippers to Seamlessly Find Top-Rated Carriers, And Empowering Carriers To Build Their Online Brand

CarrierSource and 123Loadboard join forces to drive transparency in the carrier booking process by displaying carrier profiles with verified broker and shipper reviews within 123 Loadboard’s freight matching platform.

Our 2023 Year in review and what’s next for 2024

2023 was a difficult year in trucking to say the least, but we still delivered on last year’s promise – FREIGHT. We said we would bring you more freight and we stuck by that through meeting face-to-face with brokers and attending 10+ trade shows in 2023 with this goal in mind.

Surviving Long Haul Trucking: A Practical Guide to Making Trucking Life More Comfortable

Long haul trucking can be challenging, but a few simple tweaks to your routine can make a world of difference. Here, we’ll share some practical ways to make your trucking life more comfortable, ensuring you’re ready to tackle each haul with confidence.

TrueTMS and 123Loadboard Join Forces to Provide Their Network of Carriers With Expanded Load Availability Through Increased Freight

TrueTMS, a modern SaaS-based transportation management system designed for small fleet owners, and freight matching platform 123Loadboard announce a partnership that allows TrueTMS users to access 123Loadboard’s freight marketplace to find and book more loads to strengthen their operations. TrueTMS carrier members can search, place bids, experience seamless book-now loads for their equipment, and benefit from real-time visibility of current lane rates using 123Loadboard’s multiple automated pricing tools. Carrier members can also access the profit calculator to help with broker negotiations and forecast load income. They can also view truck mileage, routing, credit ratings, and other services like document management within the freight platform. “By giving our carriers the ability to access more loads along with easy-to-use platform transaction tools, we are honoring our commitment to provide ways for our small fleet members to manage their businesses more efficiently and […]

The Art of Freight Negotiation for Carriers

Freight negotiation is an art, and you want to make sure you earn a good contract rate for moving truck freight. Load boards have freight pricing tools to inform you of current rates and pricing trends to help you secure the best freight…

EXO Freight Joins Forces with 123Loadboard to Provide More Shipper Loads to Carriers, Enabling Them to Grow and Scale Their Operations

Freight-matching platform, 123Loadboard and digital freight company, EXO Freight, announce they have teamed up to allow EXO Freight to access 123loadboard’s truck database while giving 123Loadboard’s carriers more exposure to EXO’s specialized shipper loads so they can expedite a larger volume of freight.

LoadzPro Partners with 123Loadboard to Give Carriers Access to Increased Loads in the Freight matching Marketplace

Freight-matching platform, 123Loadboard, and AI-Powered Digital freight company, LoadzPro announce they have teamed up to allow LoadzPro’s carriers to access and search 123loadboard’s load database through LoadzPro’s interface, enabling them to secure and expedite a larger volume of freight.

123Loadboard and Rockfarm Partner to Provide Carriers with Increased Freight Hauling Opportunities

123Loadboard, a leading freight matching platform, and Rockfarm, an integrated solutions supply chain provider, have recently integrated services to provide greater freight hauling opportunities to carriers and owner-operators.

123Loadboard and Transport Pro Team Up to Provide Increased Freight for Owner Operators and Fleets

123Loadboard, a leading freight matching platform, and Transport Pro, a cloud-based transportation management solutions software, have recently integrated services to allow Transport Pro to post available loads on 123Loadboard’s digital platform and provide carriers with increased load options.

123Loadboard and Greenscreens Join Forces to Give Carriers Optimized Freight Rates by Lane

123Loadboard, a leading freight matching platform, and Greenscreens, a dynamic pricing infrastructure that optimizes historical and real-time market data announced their partnership to provide dynamic high and low lane rates to be displayed on loads for offer to carriers on 123Loadboard’s freight platform.

123Loadboard Partners with Loadsmart to Expand Freight Opportunities for Carriers

123Loadboard, the leading freight matching platform, and Loadsmart, a leading freight technology company aiming to create a more efficient and sustainable supply chain, announced today that Loadsmart loads will now appear directly within the 123Loadboard system, providing greater freight hauling opportunities to carriers and owner-operators.

123Loadboard and Cargo Chief Team up to Provide Advanced Freight Rates to Carriers

123Loadboard, the leading freight matching platform, and Cargo Chief, a leading freight technology company aiming to create a more efficient and sustainable supply chain, announced today that Cargo Chief’s lane rates will be displayed on loads for offer on 123Loadboard’s freight platform.

Improve Your Chances of Booking Loads with Carrier Identity

As a professional truck driver, finding the best loads can be challenging – from weeding through loads that don’t pay well, to having to onboard with a new brokers to haul freight, etc. What if there was a solution? Carrier identity helps professional truck drivers book loads faster?

123Loadboard Adds Carrier Identity Verification to Streamline and Accelerate Digital Freight Booking

123Loadboard, a leading freight matching platform, confirmed today that carrier identity verification is available on their platform to help brokers move freight faster with trusted carriers. This move to add identity verification to available carrier data is the latest part of an ongoing effort to bring additional transparency to freight brokers.

Our 2022 Year in review and what’s next for 2023

As 2022 comes to a close, we want to thank all our customers and definitely want to reflect on some successes for the past year but first, our #1 priority for 2023 is: FREIGHT

Advantages of Book Now Technology on Load Boards

Technological advancements in the logistics industry have been slow when compared to what other sectors have accomplished. However, many load boards have introduced Book Now – a way for both brokers and carriers to improve efficiency and productivity allowing them to enhance their profitability.

What are your plans if the diesel fuel price continues to climb?

Everybody knows it, the diesel fuel price is at an all-time high right now. A perfect storm is taking place in the diesel market with dwindling diesel reserves and the drought on the Mississippi River pushing more shipments to rail and trucks. A possible rail strike…

Burgers… Avoid This Unhealthy Option While On The Road

Do you have a route you look forward to because your favorite burger joint is along the way? Are burgers your go-to meal when you’re out on the road? Read more…

123Loadboard Integrates with ZUUM Transportation Software to Increase Capacity for ZUUM Users and Expand Their Carrier Base

Freight Matching Marketplace 123Loadboard and ZUUM Unified Logistics Platform, announce they have joined forces to provide an integration of services to expand capacity for ZUUM’s customers and in the future allow seamless, digital freight-booking for 123Loadboard’s carriers.

How Truck Drivers Can Stay Connected When Isolated on The Road

Being away from family and friends makes staying connected difficult on the road. Isolation can be a major problem mentally and emotionally. As a professional truck driver, it is incredibly important to stay alert and keep yourself feeling positive…

Drugged Drivers: Hazardous Drugs, Medications, and Conditions That Put Drivers at Risk

As a truck driver, your job is governed by a wide range of rules. Many of these rules are designed to keep yourself and others on the road safe. It should be understood truckers and drugs just don’t mix, yet many truckers use drugs…

Flying Truck Wheels – How to stay safe and steer clear of liability issues

The idea of flying truck wheels impacting a driver’s car is very unsettling. Responsible truck drivers are diligent with truck care, including ensuring their tires are secure. A tire or any part of the tire system that comes loose can cause serious injury or even death.

When Truck Driving Becomes A Pain In The Back

Driving a truck can be a blessing and a curse. You get to hit the open road and see the world, but you may also suffer from chronic back pain. Truck driving and back pain go hand in hand because of the long hours in a single position. At 123Loadboard, we work with the top trucking and transport companies across North America…

Freight Matching Platform 123Loadboard Endorses LoadBoard Network

Freight matching platform 123Loadboard backs this inspiring launch of LoadBoard Network, a business venture to help brokers automate their load posting and provide a central database of loads in exchange for access to a country-wide network of carriers. LoadBoard Network accommodates the use of several TMS applications to transmit loads.

Freight Matching Platform 123Loadboard Endorses LoadBoard Network

Freight matching platform 123Loadboard backs this inspiring launch of LoadBoard Network, a business venture to help brokers automate their load posting and provide a central database of loads in exchange for access to a country-wide network of carriers. LoadBoard Network accommodates the use of several TMS applications to transmit loads.

Benefits of Becoming an Independent Owner Operator

Driving a truck offers many freedoms not found in any other job. However, you might find the hours, or distances don’t suit your lifestyle. An excellent option for truck drivers is considering becoming an independent owner-operator.

Our 2021 Year in review

While this year has had its obstacles, we’ve almost made it through. It’s almost time to put a wrap on 2021. As we look forward to a fresh start for 2022, let’s take a moment to celebrate some successes for the past year.

Tips To Avoid Frequently Occurring Trucking Accidents

Even the most careful truck drivers can get into accidents. Although you stand a better chance of surviving the accident and avoiding serious injuries than a car, you still want to take every precaution to keep yourself and others safe on the road. Here we list the most common accidents and how you can avoid them.

Gun On Board. Should Truckers Be Packing?

The topic of truckers and guns has long posed debates – should you or shouldn’t you be packing? There are no federal laws that prevent you from carrying a gun in your truck, but is it something you can do in all states? This is an important question truck drivers should…

Big Rig Robbers – Tips to prevent cargo theft

Driving a big rig comes with a lot of responsibility. In fact, it can also leave you vulnerable to crimes including cargo theft. The cargo you are carrying can be a target for thieves who are looking for an opportunity to take your cargo and run. Here we offer tips on how to spot trucking thieves along the way and keep your cargo safe.

A Lady’s Rig Is Safer – Women In Trucking Win at The Wheel

Male truck drivers might need to step aside for a new, safer breed of drivers: Women. Road safety is an ongoing issue for truck drivers, but women truck drivers seem to have a better handle on how to drive safely. Even the World Health Organization views “masculinity” as more hazardous on the road. So are women truck drivers really safer? Here we provide the answers based on a Women in Trucking (WCI) article.

Traits of Good Truck Drivers. Do You Have the Skills to Succeed?

Being a professional truck driver is a big responsibility. You transport goods to people and businesses across North America, and sometimes the world. While driving may not seem like a difficult job, there are certain truck driver traits that are needed by professional drivers to…

How Truck Drivers Stay Entertained on The Road

For a truck driver, focus on the road is essential. However, it is also important to find little ways to stay entertained safely while you drive. Being on the road, for hours at a time, can cause boredom, drowsiness, and other issues which could impact driving skills. Having something to keep you alert helps you be a better driver and enjoy your job.

Truck Detention and the Disadvantages for Truckers

Those in transportation management dread the term truck detention. For drivers, it means lost driving hours, and for your company, it means late deliveries and angry clients. No matter your cargo, there is always a brief layover when a shipper unloads their inventory and reloads it onto your truck.

123Loadboard Partners with Parade to Provide Book Now and Bidding Capability to its Carrier Base and Increase Capacity for Parade’s Users

Freight Matching Marketplace 123Loadboard and Capacity Management platform Parade, announces they have joined forces to provide a deep integration of services to expand capacity for Parade’s customers and allow seamless, digital freight-booking and bidding for 123Loadboard’s carriers.

Truck Safety Technologies Save Lives

Truck safety technology is changing road safety. Although it does involve some investment upfront, the money saved from avoiding deadly truck accidents more than pays for the technology. When carriers install truck safety technology, they are taking steps that could save lives.

Getting Off the Road: Why Truck Drivers Quit

With unheard-of growth for online shopping, truck drivers are in high demand. Unfortunately, as more truckers quit their jobs, the industry has a shortage of over 50,000 drivers. With salaries that can reach upwards of $80,000 annually and plenty of job openings, you would think more people would be looking at truck driving as an excellent opportunity. If this is the case, why are so many truckers…

What to Expect from the Trucking Lifestyle in 2021

Trucking is one of the most demanding jobs in the current economy, but it can also be one of the most rewarding. Having a clear understanding of the expectations of your role as a truck driver can give you the foundation you need for a successful career. Our team at 123Loadboard has significant experience in addressing questions about the trucking industry, and in this new post, we’ll explain what you can expect from the trucking lifestyle.

How to maintain your mental health while trucking

The growing issue of dangerous driving requires you to take into consideration the impact of mentally unstable drivers on your own driving experience. Mental health challenges are particularly prominent within the trucking industry, where drivers spend the majority of their time…

How To Get Your Trucking Authority

If you decided to become a truck driver to be your own boss, you might still find you are at the mercy of the transportation companies. Although you have the freedom when out on the open road, you still ultimately have a boss to answer to at the end of the day. However, if you really want to become your own boss, getting your trucking authority could be…

Truck Drivers, Minimize Your Covid-19 Risk

The Covid-19 pandemic has introduced new risks to truck drivers that can make your job more stressful. Due to Covid-19 spreading so easily, it’s important to understand how to minimize your risk. Here we review the steps you can take to keep you safe while trucking.

Our 2020 Year in Review

While this year has had its obstacles, we’ve almost made it through. Here’s a look back at all we’ve accomplished together. It’s almost time to put a wrap on 2020. As we look forward to a fresh start in the near future, let’s take a moment to celebrate some successes. Here’s our year in review!

Working and Negotiating with a Freight Broker

Many proprietors of trucking companies work with a freight broker as a clearinghouse between companies that need goods shipped and the trucking industry.

Navigate With Ease Using 123Loadboard’s Redesigned Mileage Calculator

Whether you’re an owner-operator, carrier, fleet manager, broker, shipper, or solution provider, you do not want to rely on Google maps or other non-trucking based mapping and Mileage Calculator software. If you do, you will sooner or later find yourself or someone else stuck under a bridge…

How Truckers Can Deal with Trucker Loneliness on the Road

Trucker loneliness and depression are just two of the many mental health challenges that truckers must contend with while completing their duties. In dealing with mental health challenges, it’s essential to explore the trucking lifestyle in greater detail and highlight the options available for responding to major mental health issues in the industry. In this post, we’ll address trucker loneliness…

Violations for Which Truck Drivers Can Be Pulled Over

If you drive a commercial truck for a living, you’ll likely undergo several tests to confirm your knowledge of the latest rules of the road. It’s incredibly important that you have a comprehensive understanding of the most recent driving rules regarding your truck. In this new post, our team delves into the subject as we look at traffic violations…

A Guide to Preventing Diabetes for Truck Drivers

The latest data shows that 9.4% of the U.S. population has diabetes, and each year, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with the disease. The data also highlights the risk that truck drivers face from this growing health issue. Truck drivers are at a 50% greater risk of diabetes than the…

Pet Therapy for Truck Drivers

Truck driving is a stressful job that can lead to periods of loneliness. It’s important that drivers have access to resources to combat these issues, which has led to some companies offering pet therapy for truck drivers who spend many hours on the road. In this latest post, we’ll…