The IZY Logistics Blog
Freight market updates, cold chain best practices, shipper guides, and logistics insights from the IZY team.
Freight knowledge, straight from the source
Freight Rates in 2026: What Shippers Are Paying Right Now
Real DAT data — dry van $2.68/mi, reefer $3.12/mi, flatbed up 27% YoY.
How to Ship Produce Cross-Country
Temperature requirements, FSMA rules, pre-cooling, reefer capacity.
Steel Freight: Complete Guide
Coils, beams, plate, pipe — right equipment, securement rules, rates.
Shipping Automotive Parts: Complete Guide
JIT delivery, equipment by part type, Mexico nearshoring.
Produce Freight Broker: How to Find a Good One
5 questions to ask, red flags, seasonal capacity.
Truckload vs Intermodal: Which Is Right?
Cost, transit times, 2026 rail reliability.
What Is a Fuel Surcharge?
How fuel surcharges work and how to minimize them.
Flatbed vs Step Deck: Which Do You Need?
Height limits, load types, cost difference.
Freight Broker vs Carrier: The Difference
Why brokers often beat direct carrier rates.
How to Reduce Freight Costs: 8 Strategies
Eight proven ways to lower freight costs.
What Is a Bill of Lading?
What must be on a BOL and why it matters.
Dry Van Freight: Complete Guide
Dimensions, weight limits, current rates.
How to File a Freight Damage Claim
Documentation, deadlines, maximize recovery.
How to Ship Produce: Reefer Guide
Temperature, FSMA compliance, pre-cooling.
Power Only Freight: What It Is
Drop-and-hook, relay moves, when it saves money.
7 Red Flags: Bad Freight Brokers
Warning signs and how to protect your freight.
Freight Market Update 2026
Spot rates, capacity trends, practical advice.
FTL vs LTL: Which Is Right?
Understand the difference and save money.
How to Choose a Freight Broker: 7 Checks
Licensing, vetting, pricing transparency.
Refrigerated Freight: Complete Guide
Temperature ranges, equipment, costly mistakes.
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