Trends, guides, and insights for shippers, carriers, and supply chain pros.
By Team · 8/3/2026
Montgomery v. Caribe changed the preemption landscape for broker carrier-selection claims. Here’s what shippers should review now.
USMCA was not extended at its 2026 joint review, but it remains in force. Here’s what U.S.–Canada shippers need to know now.
By Team · 7/6/2026
Asset-based or non-asset broker? See how owned capacity, pricing, and accountability differ — and when each wins. Get guaranteed capacity with Varstar.
By Team · 6/24/2026
Cargo theft hit $725M in 2025. Learn how to spot double brokering, vet carriers, and protect your freight
By Team · 6/8/2026
What FSMA requires for temperature-controlled freight in 2026 — pre-cooling, documentation, carrier vetting — and how to lock in compliant reefer capacity.
By Team · 5/25/2026
Commission split is only half the story. See how owned assets, a proprietary TMS, and back-office support drive freight agent income in 2026.
By Team · 5/18/2026
How to move freight between the US and Canada without border delays — PARS/PAPS, customs docs, USMCA, and 2026 tariff updates explained for shippers.
By Team · 4/29/2026
Varstar Alliance helps shippers move freight with asset-based capacity, vetted carriers, practical visibility, and hands-on service across the US and Canada.
