Notes from the road.

Lane updates, market notes, and company news from the PST Global dispatch desk.

Freight 101 August 31, 2026

Dry Van Trucking Explained: What It Is and When to Use It Dry van trucking moves non-perishable freight in enclosed 53-foot trailers without temperature control. Read the post →

Freight 101 August 31, 2026

How Long Does Long Distance Trucking Actually Take? Long-distance trucking takes 2 days for 1,000 miles and 4-6 days coast-to-coast, limited by federal 11-hour driving rules, pickup, delivery, and dock time.

Freight 101 August 26, 2026

How FMCSA Rules Shape Your Freight Costs and Timeline Learn how FMCSA safety rules limit driver hours, mandate inspections, and affect freight costs and delivery timelines. Plan shipments accordingly.

Freight 101 August 25, 2026

How Fuel Surcharges Work in Freight and Why They Change Learn how fuel surcharges work in freight billing, why they're calculated as percentages of linehaul tied to diesel price indexes, and why diesel prices

Freight 101 August 25, 2026

How to Vet a Freight Carrier and Avoid Hidden Costs Learn how to evaluate freight carriers by checking safety records, confirming asset ownership, and identifying hidden costs like reloads and damage claims.