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| Truckers Go On Strike Because Of High Fuel Costs |
April 2, 2008
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Nationwide, hundreds of independent truckdrivers have announced that they are temporarily on strike. What does this mean for shippers? In the short term, it means that freight shippers could wind up spending substantially more for their freight. This is because freight companies and freight brokers will be forced to use more expensive transit options.
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"Fuel prices are just out of control," says Mack Smith. "And the shippers just don't want to absorb the increased costs of moving their freight." Right now, fuel costs mean that the typical independent truck driver must spend over $1 per mile. So there is little room for a decent margin to cover costs. "I might as well pack it up and live off my wife's salary," says Mack. "At this rate, lots of folks like me are going to go out of business."
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Unfortunately for freight shippers and truckers, things don't appear like they're going to get much bettter anytime soon. Oil prices are expected to maintain their above $100.00 mark, as global competition for scarce oil resources fuels price increases. The best option for shippers is to get freight quotes from companies that can secure the best price on a quality carrier. Many companies, especially on-line freight comparison sites, have relationships with carriers that can ensure freight keeps moving at a reasonable and competitive price.
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