Shipping Guides & Updates

A little know-how goes a long way.

The paperwork. The costs. The stuff worth knowing before your freight hits the road. Shipping guides and updates for Canada and the USA.

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Industry News Archived

Hot LTL Market Continues Strong into 2022

The hot LTL market continues into 2022. Moto Transportation highlights why demand for Less Than Truckload shipping remains strong and what it means for the year ahead.

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Key Challenges for Trucking Companies in British Columbia

Explore the top challenges faced by trucking companies in British Columbia. From weather disruptions to infrastructure gaps, Moto breaks it down clearly.

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B.C. Flood Recovery Impact on Trucking Operations

B.C. flood recovery continues but disruptions persist. Moto Transportation examines the long-term impact on trucking routes, freight delivery, and supply chain stability.

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Market Update: Bulk Rates Fall and the Convoy Protests

Shipping rates on the bulk side are sliding as China’s economy starts to slow and demand for raw materials weakens.

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Market Update: California Backlog and the Mandate Question

California docks face growing backlogs due to congestion and labor issues. Moto Transportation analyzes the effect on delivery times, routing, and national logistics.

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Freight market update, 1 November 2021

Moto’s freight market update for 1 November 2021: Canadian freight pricing is set to climb; Fact check: 170 ships waiting off Long Beach and Los Angeles; The driver shortage…

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Market Update: ELDs, Producer Prices and the Driver Question

US-based ELD providers are entering the Canadian. Moto Transportation looks at how this move changes fleet compliance, technology standards, and logistics competition.

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No Contact Shipping Procedures

Explore Moto’s no-contact shipping procedures designed for safety and efficiency. Minimize risk while maintaining smooth delivery and pickup operations.

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How COVID-19 is Impacting Trucking Companies

COVID-19 disrupted supply chains and freight operations worldwide. Learn how the shipping industry adapted to the challenges brought by the pandemic.

Cross-Border & Customs Archived

Will COVID-19 Cause a US/Canada Border Closure?

March 24th Update: The borders of the United States, Mexico and Canada have recently been closed to all non-commercial, non-essential traffic. While the border is technically…

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2014 Transportation Industry Developments

The transportation industry is an ever changing landscape. Through technology and planning it is becoming more and more optimized everyday. Here are a couple of new recent…

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2014 Transportation Trends That Shaped the Industry

Take a look at key transportation trends from 2014 that influenced freight logistics, trucking capacity, and shipping regulations in the years that followed.