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The Factors that Influence LTL Freight Rates (and How to Save On Shipping)
Learn what influences LTL freight rates, including freight class, shipment weight & accessorial fees, plus get tips to reduce shipping costs.
Fuel Is Expensive! 7 Ways to Offset Fuel Surcharges for Parcel and LTL Shipping
Fuel surcharges are rising. Learn how they work and get seven practical ways to offset their impact on parcel and freight shipping costs.
LTL Freight Classification 101: Everything You Need to Know
Learn what freight class is, how NMFC codes work, what determines freight classification, and how to avoid costly LTL freight reclassification.
How These 3 ShipStation Customers Nailed Holiday Peak Season Shipping
Three ShipStation customers share how they fixed the exact part of their shipping process that broke under holiday peak pressure.
LTL Freight and Parcel: Advantages of Leveraging Both Shipping Modes with ShipStation
Explore the advantages of parcel and LTL shipping with ShipStation and learn how having both shipping modes gives your business more flexibility.
LTL Freight Accessorial Fees: What Are They and How Do You Avoid Them?
Learn what LTL freight accessorial fees are, explore common accessorial charges, and get practical tips to avoid unexpected shipping costs.
Parcel vs. LTL for Shipping Large Packages: Your Decision Framework
Learn when to choose parcel or LTL for shipping large packages. Compare costs, weight, dimensions, and carrier options to make the right shipping decision.
Freight Optimization: How to Build a Smarter LTL Shipping Strategy
Learn how freight optimization helps reduce shipping costs, improve LTL efficiency, strengthen carrier strategy, and build a smarter supply chain.
How to Protect Your LTL Cargo with Shipping Pallets and Freight Packaging
Learn how shipping pallets and freight packaging protect cargo, reduce freight damage, prevent claims, and help lower shipping costs.
The Tariff Refund Portal Is Open—Here’s What Ecommerce Sellers Need to Know
The government's new CAPE portal is open for tariff refund claims—here's who qualifies, how to avoid common filing errors, and what the tariff era means for your international shipping strategy.