5 Game Changing Shipping Tips from 2024

As 2024 quickly comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on a year that brought its fair share of challenges and opportunities. From navigating a bustling freight market to staying agile during a presidential election year, businesses leaned on Freightquote for smarter shipping solutions.

To help you prepare for 2025, we’ve compiled a rundown of our top five posts from throughout the year that feature plenty of helpful tips, insights, and strategies to save you time and money while enhancing your shipping game.

1. Ship more, save more with Freightquote Rewards

One of the most exciting moments of 2024 was the debut of our reimagined loyalty program, Freightquote Rewards. The concept is simple: the more you ship, the more you save. Automatically earn dollar savings on future LTL and FTL shipments just by booking. You can also unlock exclusive perks and offers that are only for Freightquote Rewards members. It’s completely free to join and a great way to make competitive freight rates even more affordable. So don’t wait—see how you can start stacking up savings today when you join Freightquote Rewards!

2. LTL pricing made simple

With all its ins and outs, LTL pricing can feel complicated. Luckily, one of our resident LTL shipping experts, Cathie Rohaus, is here to break it down. This post covers step-by-step guide to streamline hazmat shipping like a pro.

4. Streamline E-commerce shipping with instant quotes

E-commerce businesses gained a major advantage this year with the Eniture Technology plugin. This easy-to-install tool integrates Freightquote LTL shipping quotes directly into your online shopping cart, eliminating delays and missed sales caused by incomplete checkout information. Explore how Eniture can transform your e-commerce shipping.

5. Freight insurance explained

Another tricky topic in freight shipping is insurance—but not anymore! This year, we explained the key differences between carrier liability and shipper’s interest insurance, helping you choose the right option for your shipments. Get clarity on freight insurance.

End-of-year special: Our lowest freight rates of the year, plus $1 small parcel shipping

As you wrap up 2024, don’t forget to take advantage of our exclusive year-end deals. We’ve dropped prices on LTL and full truckload shipment quotes, giving you the best freight rates of the year. Plus, book an LTL or FTL shipment through December 31 and use code PARCEL24 to ship a small parcel for just $1 (up to $100 value). It’s our way of saying thank you for a fantastic year!

Want to learn even more about LTL shipping? Check out our other videos and blogs for more on LTL, as well as other topics to help with your small business shipping. And when you’re ready to ship, Freightquote is here with even more tips and info on how to get accurate quotes, seamless shipments, and real-time updates about your freight.