Rising Cost of Transportation: More Than Just Fuel – Ippolito Transportation Inc
For years, fuel prices have been the most visible cost factor in transportation. When diesel prices rise, everyone notices. However, in 2026, fuel is only one piece of a much larger cost equation. Across the trucking industry, carriers are facing significant increases in operating expenses that continue to put pressure on transportation rates and capacity. […]
Operational and Financial Impact of Driver Wait Times – Ippolito Transportation Inc
Operational and Financial Impact of Driver Wait Times A Shared Responsibility Across the Supply Chain Executive Summary Driver wait times at shipping and receiving facilities continue to be one of the most significant operational challenges facing the transportation industry. What may appear to be a minor delay at the dock often creates a cascading effect […]
Truck Ordered Not Used – Ippolito Transportation Inc.
When a load is cancelled after a truck has already been dispatched, a Truck Ordered Not Used (TONU) has a direct and measurable impact on Ippolito Transportation Inc.’s bottom line. Even though the freight never moves, significant resources have already been committed and real operational costs incurred. Driver time has been allocated and paid, hours […]
Commercial Drivers ‘Tis the season for holiday budget
As the holiday season approaches, many Canadians are planning celebrations, family visits, and gift-giving. But for commercial truck drivers, who often face irregular schedules and fluctuating pay, holiday spending can be a challenge. The first step is creating a spending plan. Drivers should list their essential costs: bills, food, fuel, maintenance and then outline holiday […]
Rejected Freight Handling Vs. Return Freight Handling Ippolito Transportation Inc.
In LTL (Less-than-Truckload) shipping, rejected freight and return freight are both types of freight that don’t complete their original delivery as planned but they differ in why and how they’re returned or rerouted. Here are the details on each: Rejected Freight Definition: Freight that is refused by the receiver at the time of attempted delivery. […]
Fostering Respect Between Truckers and Shipping Department
In any organization, respect is one of the most valuable and foundational elements that enables a positive, productive work environment. We demonstrate it every day as a core value. At Ippolito Transportation, we believe that respect is more than just a workplace value—it’s an essential part of how we serve our customers, partners, and the […]
Commercial Drivers – Cardiovascular Exercise
Safety Is Everyone’s Concern! We live and breath a safety culture. Cardiovascular aerobic exercise is essential for commercial drivers to maintain heart health, improve stamina, manage weight, and reduce stress, especially when spending long hours sitting while driving. Incorporating aerobic exercises into your routine can help counteract the negative effects of prolonged sitting and boost […]
Commercial Drivers – Static Stretches for the Upper Body
Safety Is Everyone’s Concern! We live and breath a safety culture. Static stretching is an excellent way for commercial drivers like you to relieve muscle tension, improve flexibility, and prevent discomfort, especially after long periods of driving. For optimal results, spend about 60 seconds on each stretching exercise, so if you hold each stretch for […]
Ippolito Transportation Inc. – Accessibility Plan
Ippolito Transportation Inc. is committed to building an accessible society for all. In line with the Accessible Canada Act passed in 2019, which aims to make Canada barrier-free by January 1, 2040, we have developed an accessibility plan to remove barriers for people with disabilities in the provision of our services to the public, in […]
Commercial Drivers – Recognizing the Warning Signs
Safety Is Everyone’s Concern! We live and breath a safety culture. Recognizing the warning signs of anxiety or depression among commercial drivers is crucial for promoting mental well-being and ensuring road safety. Here are some common signs to watch out for (this is the shortlist): Changes in Behavior: Commercial drivers may exhibit changes in behavior, […]