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Avoiding Costly Dry Runs in Vehicle Transportation: What You Must Know
In the fast-moving world of logistics and transportation, miscommunication can cost you — sometimes literally. One such example is the all-too-common “dry run” in vehicle pickups, a headache many dispatchers and coordinators know too well. But what exactly is a dry run? Why does it happen? And how can we prevent it?
Posted on 05/08/2025
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Tariffs and Small Businesses in North America: A Silent Cost Squeeze?
In today’s global economy, tariffs are no longer just a macroeconomic tool — they’re a line item in the daily struggle of small businesses across North America
Posted on 03/08/2025
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Getting Goods Across the Border: The Role of PAPS and ACE eManifest in U.S. Truck Shipments
In my current logistics coordination role, I’ve come to realize just how vital proper documentation is when moving commercial goods across the border by truck—especially into the United States. Among the most important processes I’ve worked with are PAPS and the ACE eManifest.
Posted on 01/08/2025
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Robots on the Rise: Should You Be Worried About Your Job?
In the dimly lit corners of old warehouses, workers once moved pallets and packages by hand, guided only by experience and sheer grit. Today, those same aisles are patrolled by intelligent robots, guided by precision software, scanning barcodes, optimizing shelf space, and even predicting inventory needs. This shift, driven by technological advancement, raises a pivotal question:
Posted on 27/07/2025
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Tariffs, Trade Tensions & You: How Tariffs Influence Automotive Consumer Behavior
In today’s globalized marketplace, the cost of a car isn’t just about steel, rubber, and electronics — it’s also about politics, policy, and cross-border tensions. Whether it’s a luxury sedan or a mid-range pickup truck, tariffs have the power to reshape what consumers buy, when they buy, and where they buy it.
Posted on 27/07/2025
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Cracking the Code: How the HS Code Impacts Automobile Importation into Canada
When you're importing a car into Canada—whether it's a luxury sedan from Germany, a truck from the U.S., or an electric vehicle from Japan—there’s one critical number that decides it all: The Harmonized System (HS) Code.
Posted on 27/07/2025
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Lien Letters for Vehicle Imports into the U.S. – What You Must Know as a Logistics or Customs Professional
When moving vehicles across borders—especially into the United States—paperwork is king. While many logistics professionals are familiar with titles, ownership documents, and commercial invoices, one document that occasionally slips under the radar is the Lien Letter.
Posted on 27/07/2025
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Presumption vs. Ownership: A Costly Line in Global Logistics
In the fast-paced world of global logistics and customs, one unchecked assumption can derail an entire supply chain. The stakes are high — delays at borders, mounting demurrage fees, or worse, damaged client trust.
Posted on 02/07/2025
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