At Leonard’s Express, philanthropic activities are central to our culture and help define us as a company and as a great place to work. Our employees don’t just participate in community giving, they demand it. The main focus of our philanthropic giving is movement – a...
A recent story by News10NBC in Rochester, New York shed light on the sobering fact that thousands of U.S. trucking companies have an abundance of tractor trailers available to haul freight, but not enough drivers to get behind the wheel. Leonard’s Express is no exception....
When it comes to shipping temperature-sensitive products, it is important to make proper decisions in choosing the correct carrier, product packaging, and understanding that time is of the essence. Shipping temperature-controlled products can create a unique set of challenges; however, there is no need to...
Thankful. As we officially come into the Holiday Season it is time for each of us in our own way reflect on the year. I know everyone wants to talk about the challenges of 2020; COVID, masks, elections and many among us have gone through some personally troublesome times...
Believe it or not, it is that time of year already! Although there have already been some parts of the country where the snowfall has already presented itself: yes, we are looking at you, Colorado. However, I would like to take a moment and talk...
Many drivers are not aware that there is a scoring system that is used to rate the likelihood of a truck to be selected for a DOT inspection. This system is known as the ISS score (Inspection Selection System). The CSA scores that we receive...
This week…..tires! With a total of 490 tractors, there are 8,820 tires on the road that need to be monitored for the safest travels. Checking your tires before you roll and when you stop can save a lot of roadside service. Catching the tire when...
What to do when you aren’t allowed on the dock for unloading/loading. As you all may have noticed, during COVID-19, more and more shippers and receivers are not allowing drivers on the docks during unloading and loading. This may be a valid procedure for the...
PULPING! Produce is the ‘meat and potatoes’ of our business (see what I did there?!) If you’re like me, I had NO idea what pulping produce even was! Okay okay….I know there are MORE than enough of you that already know how to pulp or...