--- title: Shipping Insights | Shipping & Freight Tips (9) description: Shipping & Freight Tips | Looking for insights into the world of trucking and logistics? Our blog covers everything from industry news to tips and tricks for optimizing your supply chain. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our expert analysis and insider knowledge will help you stay ahead of the curve. (9) --- # Shipping Tips, News, & Industry Insights Nov 8 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Cross-Border Shipping Checklist for Smooth Deliveries](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/cross-border-shipping-checklist) There are many significant differences between domestic shipping and cross border shipping that... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/cross-border-shipping-checklist) Oct 17 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Advantages of the Air Ride High Cube Dry Van](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-the-air-ride-high-cube-dry-van) If your business uses any type of dry van trucking services to transport important materials, it... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-the-air-ride-high-cube-dry-van) Sep 19 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Understanding the Customs Self-Assessment Program | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-customs-self-assessment-program) Canadian importers are always looking for new ways to improve logistical capabilities and expedite... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-customs-self-assessment-program) Aug 5 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Dry Van Shipping Services Along the West Coast | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/dry-van-shipping-along-the-west-coast) With so many shipping options available nowadays, it’s important to understand which ones will... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/dry-van-shipping-along-the-west-coast) Jul 21 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [In-Bond Shipment to Canada: What to Expect | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/when-your-shipment-goes-in-bond-to-canada) What does In-Bond shipment mean? An in-bond shipment is an imported or exported shipment that has... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/when-your-shipment-goes-in-bond-to-canada) Aug 19 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Benefits of Flat Decks with Side Kits | Moto Transportation Equipment](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-benefits-of-using-flat-decks-with-side-kits) In the past we have reviewed the differences between flat decks and dry vans, but there is one... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-benefits-of-using-flat-decks-with-side-kits) Jun 24 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Employee Spotlight: Jose Dacumos at | Moto Transportation.](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/employee-spotlight-jose-dacumos) For years Moto Transportation has been committed to delivering our clients the best shipping prices... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/employee-spotlight-jose-dacumos) May 22 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [What to Know About Border Shipment Inspections | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/what-you-need-to-know-when-your-shipment-gets-inspected-at-the-border) When you’re involved with cross-border shipping, there will always be a possibility that your... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/what-you-need-to-know-when-your-shipment-gets-inspected-at-the-border) Apr 23 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Advantages of Removable Gooseneck (RGN) Trailers](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-removable-gooseneck-rgn-trailers) Heavy equipment hauling can be cumbersome and difficult. For those of you who have shipped large... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-removable-gooseneck-rgn-trailers) Nov 8 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Cross-Border Shipping Checklist for Smooth Deliveries](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/cross-border-shipping-checklist) There are many significant differences between domestic shipping and cross border shipping that... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/cross-border-shipping-checklist) Oct 17 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Advantages of the Air Ride High Cube Dry Van](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-the-air-ride-high-cube-dry-van) If your business uses any type of dry van trucking services to transport important materials, it... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-the-air-ride-high-cube-dry-van) Sep 19 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Understanding the Customs Self-Assessment Program | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-customs-self-assessment-program) Canadian importers are always looking for new ways to improve logistical capabilities and expedite... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-customs-self-assessment-program) Aug 5 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Dry Van Shipping Services Along the West Coast | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/dry-van-shipping-along-the-west-coast) With so many shipping options available nowadays, it’s important to understand which ones will... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/dry-van-shipping-along-the-west-coast) Jul 21 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [In-Bond Shipment to Canada: What to Expect | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/when-your-shipment-goes-in-bond-to-canada) What does In-Bond shipment mean? An in-bond shipment is an imported or exported shipment that has... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/when-your-shipment-goes-in-bond-to-canada) Aug 19 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Benefits of Flat Decks with Side Kits | Moto Transportation Equipment](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-benefits-of-using-flat-decks-with-side-kits) In the past we have reviewed the differences between flat decks and dry vans, but there is one... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/the-benefits-of-using-flat-decks-with-side-kits) Jun 24 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Employee Spotlight: Jose Dacumos at | Moto Transportation.](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/employee-spotlight-jose-dacumos) For years Moto Transportation has been committed to delivering our clients the best shipping prices... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/employee-spotlight-jose-dacumos) May 22 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [What to Know About Border Shipment Inspections | Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/what-you-need-to-know-when-your-shipment-gets-inspected-at-the-border) When you’re involved with cross-border shipping, there will always be a possibility that your... [Read More](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/what-you-need-to-know-when-your-shipment-gets-inspected-at-the-border) Apr 23 · [Shipping & Freight Tips](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/tag/shipping-freight-tips) ### [Advantages of Removable Gooseneck (RGN) Trailers](https://www.shipmoto.com/shipping-news/advantages-of-removable-gooseneck-rgn-trailers) Heavy equipment hauling can be cumbersome and difficult. For those of you who have shipped large... 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