What to know
Adding Freight to your Parcel Shipping
As a parcel shipper, did you know that you can sometimes save money and increase operational efficiency by moving your shipments by freight? You can! Freight provides many options for larger products or shipments that can be bundled together on pallets. But knowing exactly when to leverage parcel vs freight can sometimes be difficult.
Worldwide Express is here to help! Below, we have included a variety of tools and resources that will help you understand freight basics, when to choose full truckload (FTL) vs less than truckload (LTL) and how to save money while utilizing freight shipping. If you need further assistance, reach out for help!
Freight Basics
Freight FAQ: Learn the Freight Basics
We provide answers to common freight shipping questions. We also detail why Worldwide Express is a 3PL of choice.
Tips on How To Avoid Shipping Delays
Learn about the most common reasons freight shipments are delayed, and how you can avoid them.
Logistics Simplified: Freight Terms Explained
Master freight terms to ship with confidence. Understand the language of LTL, TL, accessorial fees and freight types!
Freight Services Guide
Learn how to effectively manage your shipping by better understanding these 10 types of freight services.
Choosing Between LTL and FTL Shipping
When It Makes Sense To Move From LTL to FTL
Full truckload shipping has options not available with LTL. Learn when it makes sense to ship FTL to save money!
Benefits of FTL Freight Shipping
Learn more about the many benefits associated with FTL shipping that are not available with LTL and parcel.
Add LTL Freight To Your Shipping Toolkit
If you understand parcel shipping but want to learn when to ship using less-than-truckload freight and how to do it, then this guide is just the ticket.
LTL vs. FTL freight: What’s the difference?
A guide to the cost, speed, service, size and other differences between LTL and FTL freight shipping so you can make the right choice.
LTL vs FTL shipping: How Volume LTL and Partial Truckload Compare
Learn the differences between volume LTL and partial truckload and see which is better for your middle-ground cargo.
LTL Freight Shipping: Top Questions Answered
Here are the right questions to ask before your start LTL freight shipping.
Cost Savings
Common Freight Accessorial Charges
Check out our list of common accessorial fees. Understanding them can help you know what to expect and what to avoid.
How To Manage Freight Fuel Surcharges & Cut Costs
Increased fuel surcharges can’t be avoided. However, a 3PL can build strategies to offset them.
A freight bill audit can save you money!
Freight bill audits can cut freight costs. Learn how Worldwide Express reviews invoices to save you money!
How To Dispute Accessorial Charges
Accessorial fees add up and can affect your bottom line. Learn about common freight accessorials and how to dispute them.
UPS Weight Limits and When to Consider LTL Freight
Shippers can be assessed fees if they go over UPS weight and size limits. Avoid fees and learn when to consider freight.
Freight Claims and Coverage Options Defined
Shippers should understand freight claims. The best place to start is with basic definitions and coverage options.
Tips on How To Avoid Shipping Delays
Learn about the most common reasons freight shipments are delayed, and how you can avoid them.
Tips for Keeping Shipping Costs Low
Here are four tips on how you can lower shipping costs to improve your bottom line and save money.
Freight Class
NMFC Codes vs. Freight Class: Know the Differences
NMFC codes and freight class are two terms that are often misunderstood. Learn the difference and what it means for you.
My freight got reclassified. What do I do now?
Don’t panic over freight reclassification! We’ve got you covered with tips and tricks on the best ways to cope with a reclass.
Freight Class: Learn The Basics
Take your first look at freight classification, and it might seem like you’re reading a foreign language. There are acronyms…
Freight Classification Demystified
We take the mystery out of freight classification – a critical and often-misunderstood aspect of shipping.
Here's a handy freight density calculator!
Calculating your freight shipment’s density can help ensure an accurate LTL freight quote and avoid unnecessary surprises.
You can count on Worldwide Express!
We are your parcel AND freight shipping experts! Reach out to your account team for more help and learn what Worldwide Express looks for in freight carriers.