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# Freight Motion

Your Freight In Motion

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## Posts

- [Contact](https://freightmotion.com/contact/) - Contact Us. 7801 N. Lamar Blvd Suite F5 Austin, TX 78752 T: 512-836-7931 F: 512-836-7931 hvm@freightmotion.com Ready When You Are. When requesting a quote, please provide this information in the message section below: Pickup zip code and Delivery zip code Class and Commodity Dimensions (L*W*H) and Total Weight Number of pallets Additional services (liftgate, residential,
- [Freight Motion Named One of the "Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America" 2019](https://freightmotion.com/news/freight-motion-named-one-best-entrepreneurial-companies-america-2-2/) - Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur 360™ List FREIGHT MOTION | AUSTIN, TX | #46 Founders: Michael Vander Hook Employees: 1-10 Austin, TX – Freight Motion, Inc. was recently recognized as one of the “Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America” by Entrepreneur magazine’s Entrepreneur360™ List, a premier study delivering the most comprehensive analysis of private companies in America. Based on this study forged by
- [Freight Motion Named One of the "Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America" 2017](https://freightmotion.com/news/freight-motion-named-one-best-entrepreneurial-companies-america/) - Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur 360™ List FREIGHT MOTION | AUSTIN, TX | #250 Specializes in on-time freight shipping for small and medium businesses to major box retailers, eliminating production down time. Founders: Michael Vander Hook Employees: 5 The Entrepreneur 360™ Ranking delivers the most comprehensive analysis of private companies in America. This study forged by Entrepreneur, has been designed to
- [Freight Motion Named One of the "Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America" 2018](https://freightmotion.com/news/freight-motion-named-one-best-entrepreneurial-companies-america-2/) - Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur 360™ List FREIGHT MOTION | AUSTIN, TX | #234 Freight Motion is an accountable freight logistics company focused on the needs of domestic manufacturers and suppliers. They typically work with freight transit decision makers who are responsible for time sensitive or guaranteed freight. Founders: Michael Vander Hook Employees: 8 Austin, TX – Freight Motion, Inc.
- [RelationSHIP](https://freightmotion.com/administrative/relationship/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. The word relationship might not be the first thing that pops into your head when thinking about the freight industry. However,
- [Please Sign Here](https://freightmotion.com/logistics/please-sign-here/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. How often do people actually read all the terms and conditions or paperwork before signing on the dotted line? Nobody actually
- [It Takes a Village](https://freightmotion.com/supply-chain-management/it-takes-a-village/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. One of our Company’s Core Values is Teamwork. Not just Teamwork within our company, but we extend that teamwork to our
- [N M F What?](https://freightmotion.com/administrative/n-m-f/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. If you are unfamiliar with freight classification, check out or blog post titled Class Dismissed. Recently, we have come across a
- [The Importance of Packaging](https://freightmotion.com/administrative/the-importance-of-packaging/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Damage was visible at the delivery. The receiver called us immediately and we were able to advise them to mark “Damaged”
- [Freight Claims](https://freightmotion.com/consulting-services/freight-claims/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. In our last post, we talked about the importance of packaging properly. As a follow up, this post will focus on
- [Parcel vs. Freight](https://freightmotion.com/consulting-services/parcel-vs-freight/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. What is the difference between parcel and freight? In general, parcels are boxes shipped and labeled individually. Freight on the other
- [Why Was My Pickup Missed?](https://freightmotion.com/supply-chain-management/why-was-my-pickup-missed/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. With Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma affecting a large portion of the country this season, we have noticed an increase in
- [Delayed Due to What?](https://freightmotion.com/supply-chain-management/delayed-due-to-what/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. In our last post, we talked about why pickups are missed. In today’s post, we will focus on what causes delays
- [Ping Pong Balls vs. Bowling Balls](https://freightmotion.com/uncategorized/ping-pong-balls-vs-bowling-balls/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. What would cost more to ship freight, 1,000 pounds of ping-pong balls or 1,000 pounds of bowling balls? Did you answer
- [Committed to Being Our Best](https://freightmotion.com/administrative/committed-to-being-our-best/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. In today’s post, instead of focusing on underlying issues, market trends, solutions, etc., we will focus on our company’s second core
- [Extra! Extra! Read All About It!](https://freightmotion.com/consulting-services/extra-extra-read/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. One trend we have noticed lately are questions from customers about why extra freight services cost more money. We have found
- [Can You Spot the Difference?](https://freightmotion.com/consulting-services/can-spot-difference/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. In today’s post, we would like to clarify some commonly used verbiage in the freight industry. We have noticed lately that
- [The Value of Customer Feedback](https://freightmotion.com/consulting-services/value-client-feedback/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Today’s post will expand on a past blog post called RelationSHIP, focusing on the value of client feedback. We are experts
- [Suggestion Box](https://freightmotion.com/special-considerations/suggestion-box/) - At Freight Motion, we have customers who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. This post’s intention is to give shippers helpful suggestions to be proactive when working with LTL carriers in regards to claims,
- [11 Austin companies recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine](https://freightmotion.com/news/11-austin-companies-recognized-entrepreneur-magazine/) - By Will Anderson – Digital Editor, Austin Business Journal Austin is known as a haven for entrepreneurs. That was definitely on display when a national magazine highlighted the companies that best exemplify the attributes needed to succeed. Entrepreneur magazine on Tuesday unveiled its annual list of the most entrepreneurial companies in the country and the Texas capital made a strong
- [Jobs: Southern employment growth passes West as fastest in U.S.](https://freightmotion.com/news/jobs-southern-employment-growth-passes-west-fastest-u-s/) - Paul Davidson, USA TODAY Published 6:00 a.m. ET Dec. 8, 2017 The nation’s shrinking pool of available workers is shifting the economic balance of power in the U.S., with the South surpassing the West as the region boasting the fastest job growth. During the three months ending in October, employment in the South was up 1.8% from the
- [Class Dismissed](https://freightmotion.com/transportation-issues/class-dismissed/) - At Freight Motion, we have clients who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. As of December 2016, NMFC classification changes went into effect, which characterized more items as density-based, altering them from straight class.
- [Do The Right Thing](https://freightmotion.com/special-considerations/do-the-right-thing/) - At Freight Motion, we have clients who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Today’s post focuses on something much simpler then market trends, issues, solutions, etc. It is going to focus on what we call
- [Got Damages?](https://freightmotion.com/transportation-issues/got-damages/) - At Freight Motion, we have clients who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Although rare, unfortunately, damage happens. Depending on who you ask damage happens with less than 3% of all shipments. When considering
- [The Blame Game: Who is at Fault?](https://freightmotion.com/transportation-issues/the-blame-game-who-is-at-fault/) - At Freight Motion, we have clients who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Company Z is a small business. They make mostly wool related products, sleeping bags being their main moneymaker. After months of
- [Ain't Nobody Got Time For That](https://freightmotion.com/transportation-issues/aint-nobody-got-time-for-that/) - At Freight Motion, we have clients who discuss various transportation issues they had in the past. We would like to share one here to raise awareness of underlying issues, market trends, and possible solutions. Company X is a large business that has tight deadlines and production schedules. They ordered a part, and without it, their

## Pages

- [Home](https://freightmotion.com/) - When Freight MattersFreight Motion is a leader in North American LTL logistics. We work with: 1 - United States and Canada companies in growth mode 2 - Manufacturers and suppliers 3 - Individuals whom expect results and demand accountability. Our entire company is focused on great people and we have unparalleled service, support, education and
- [Services](https://freightmotion.com/services/) - We Believe You Deserve Better. With the unbelievable lack of accountability in the transportation industry, who do you turn to when problems happen? Do you talk with different people and hope they can help? Most shippers use 2-5 brokers with no accountability. Are you forced to solve problems yourself? That’s our industry. Your transportation company
- [Book of Business](https://freightmotion.com/book-of-business/) - You Deserve Better. Does any of the following describe you? Recently been let go by a 3PL or LTL business Tired of LTL industry and want to move on to something new Ready to retire and want to sell your current book of business Overwhelmed with the idea of rebuilding your LTL book of business
- [Contact](https://freightmotion.com/contact-page/) - When requesting a quote, please provide this information in the message section below: Pickup zip code and Delivery zip code Class and Commodity Dimensions (L*W*H) and Total Weight Number of pallets Additional services (liftgate, residential, limited access, etc)
- [Career Page](https://freightmotion.com/services-2/) - You Deserve a Better Company. If you are tired of working for an organization that does not “get it” or appreciate your contributions, consider making a change. We have a winning team and culture. I am Michael Vander Hook, President of Freight Motion, and I look forward to speaking with you. If you HAVE or
- [About](https://freightmotion.com/about/) - We Keep Your Business Moving Forward. Who cares about your freight more than you? We Do! We're Quite Multi-DisciplinedHow May We Help You?We provide accountable and reliable service, with transparent and proactive communication to deliver LTL freight when results matter. Do results matter? Freight Motion is recognized for our passion and dedication to our customer's
- [Customers](https://freightmotion.com/customers/) - We work with great people. We move freight.Our customers wear many hats and ship a range of items: OEM, raw materials, transmissions, fenders and hoods, race-car engines and roll cages, boat parts, aircraft parts, appliances, clothing, toys, ATM machines and cabinets, monuments, foodstuffs, coffee, supplements, clean rooms, heaters, hardwood flooring, steel tubing, knocked down buildings
- [Walmart](https://freightmotion.com/walmart/) - Walmart Shipping Compliance The most efficient transportation company in the world. Walmart’s General Merchandise network alone consists of 42 Regional Distribution Centers throughout the U.S. Many small businesses pay quarterly fees (chargebacks) to Walmart and other retailers because the product misses the Must Arrive By Date or MABD. As a company disrupts Walmart’s efficiency, vendor chargebacks are in place to
- [Request A Quote](https://freightmotion.com/requestaquote/)
- [Searching](https://freightmotion.com/searching/) - Are you searching? You know it is time for a change. Your production and shipping schedules are too important to be handled by a company that have proven themselves to be anything but dependable. You need a logistics provider that is reliable, responsible, understands and grows with your needs. You want accountable logistics experts so
- [Tired](https://freightmotion.com/tired/) - Are you tired? It is a challenge to get up in the morning and the snooze button on your alarm has become your best friend. There was a time when you were able to get a full night’s rest, but it has become more difficult these days. You go to bed at your usual time,
- [Headache](https://freightmotion.com/headache/) - Does logistics trigger your weekday headache? When was the last time this has happened to you? It is crunch time—all hands on deck, production is running at full speed, and your production supplies are running dangerously low. You call your broker or carrier to schedule a shipment that needs to be picked up today and must
- [Stressed](https://freightmotion.com/stressed/) - Does Logistics Have You Stressed? You’ve had multiple shipments over the last several months. Some have delivered fine and without a hitch, others were a complete mess. Your carrier or broker failed, but somehow, you’re the one that has to fix the problem. You’re paying for their help, so why are you the one cleaning up their
- [Confused](https://freightmotion.com/confused/) - Does Logistics Have You Confused? It’s been 3 weeks and you have another time sensitive shipment. You explain to your carrier or broker the date your shipment needs to arrive to meet your promised/committed delivery date. They transport it for you, but somehow it arrives a day or two after your specific due date. If
- [Puzzled](https://freightmotion.com/puzzled/) - Does Logistics Have You Puzzled? How often does this happen to you? You told your broker or carrier you needed your freight on a specific date, but it arrived a day to two after. Were you not clear enough? Looking through your emails, it’s there. You told them when it needed to deliver, but somehow the pieces didn’t connect with

## Popups v1.9.3.8

- [Do you trust your freight broker?](https://freightmotion.com/spucpt/come-and-see/) - Do you trust your freight broker? Do they work for you OR do you chase them? Relationships take time, BUT work with us and you'll quickly see you'll never need another company again. Begin Conversation! *Need encouragement? $500 off your 4th months shipments. Must ship at least 15 shipments per month for 3 consecutive months.

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://freightmotion.com/category/uncategorized/)
- [Consulting Services](https://freightmotion.com/category/consulting-services/)
- [Administrative](https://freightmotion.com/category/administrative/)
- [Supply Chain Management](https://freightmotion.com/category/supply-chain-management/)
- [Special Considerations](https://freightmotion.com/category/special-considerations/)
- [Logistics](https://freightmotion.com/category/logistics/)
- [Must Arrive By Date](https://freightmotion.com/category/must-arrive-by-date/)
- [Transportation Issues](https://freightmotion.com/category/transportation-issues/)
- [News](https://freightmotion.com/category/news/)

## Tags

- [NMFC Classifications](https://freightmotion.com/tag/nmfc-classifications/)
- [Freight Classes](https://freightmotion.com/tag/freight-classes/)