RTS Working with WeatherOptics for Increased Weather Visibility for Transportation Management

CINCINNATI, OH, APRIL 11, 2023 – Reliable Transportation Solutions (RTS), a Cincinnati-based third-party logistics company, recently partnered with WeatherOptics, a leading weather intelligence platform, with the aim of improving weather visibility for their transportation management. By utilizing WeatherOptics’ technology, RTS hopes to provide excellent customer service even in the face of disruptive weather events. RTS, which was founded in 2006, is accustomed to overcoming challenges in a fast-paced and [...]

RTS Working with WeatherOptics for Increased Weather Visibility for Transportation Management2023-04-11T10:23:37-04:00

Down the Road from RTS: John Rankin House

Photo: Rdikeman at the English Language Wikipedia. Happy Black History Month! In this period of reflection, we’re fortunate not to have to travel far to learn about an important part of our country’s past. The John Rankin House, described on Ohiohistory.org as one of the most active Underground Railroad “stations” in the state, was the home of the abolitionist and minister John Rankin, and is just under 20 [...]

Down the Road from RTS: John Rankin House2021-02-16T11:18:39-05:00

Heroes of the Logistics Industry: Frederick McKinley Jones

Photo: United States Department of Agriculture We at RTS arrange for the transportation of many goods every single day, and among those goods are often items that require refrigeration. Thankfully, with the correct equipment and plenty of diligence, we’re able to make sure that these goods are kept at the right temperature throughout their journey—no matter how many miles they have to go. But where did that equipment [...]

Heroes of the Logistics Industry: Frederick McKinley Jones2021-02-22T09:57:35-05:00

RTS C Suite’s Professional Development Book Recommendations

February in Ohio is often cold and gray—perfect weather for staying indoors and reading. Which is why CEO Lucas Brown and COO Ben Bird wanted to recommend a few of their favorite professional development books to get you through this chilly, dismal month. Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Dr. Carol S. Dweck. This pick is actually around five years old now, but age has not diminished its impact. [...]

RTS C Suite’s Professional Development Book Recommendations2021-02-16T11:18:59-05:00

How RTS Lines Keeps Their Trucks Winter-Weather-Ready All Season

When the weather gets colder, most people—with perhaps the exception of rebellious teens who think coats are lame—bundle up for winter temperatures. And, like us, our trucks also need specific winter protection. Thanks to Becky, our Fleet Operations Manager for RTS Lines, we were able to learn exactly how our trucks are readied for winter weather. First, each driver is asked to check the coolant system. It’s important to ensure [...]

How RTS Lines Keeps Their Trucks Winter-Weather-Ready All Season2021-01-20T09:58:47-05:00

No Medium Too Challenging for RTS AE Tyler Hildebrand

We all know 2020 brought a lot of change, and a lot of it was for the worse. But one of the bright spots of the year for our Account Executive Tyler Hildebrand was starring in a podcast episode that landed on FreightWaves Top Podcast Episodes for Freight Sales in 2020. In the episode, Tyler got a chance to talk about his innovative methods for gaining prospective customers’ attention. Tyler [...]

No Medium Too Challenging for RTS AE Tyler Hildebrand2021-01-07T14:39:01-05:00

Two Bridge Closures in Cincinnati Could Impact Logistics In the Coming Days

Due to an accident between two semis on Wednesday morning, the Brent Spence Bridge connecting downtown Cincinnati with Covington, Kentucky is closed in both directions.  As Cameron Knight, Jeanne Houck, and Madeline Mitchell of The Cincinnati Enquirer explained, the accident, in which a truck carrying potassium hydroxide collided with a jackknifed truck, caused a fire that lasted for two hours and burned as hot as 1,500 degrees. The fire resulted [...]

Two Bridge Closures in Cincinnati Could Impact Logistics In the Coming Days2021-02-16T11:19:16-05:00

Tourist Spots for Truckers to Visit in 2020 Without the Crowds

It’s a very difficult time to be an essential worker—which is why we have an even greater appreciation for truckers than ever before. But at least, if you’re going to have to be traveling across the country for your job anyway, you might as well see a few tourist spots while no one else can. Here are some great sights that’ll be minus the crowds this year! [...]

Tourist Spots for Truckers to Visit in 2020 Without the Crowds2021-02-16T11:19:38-05:00

Four Stretches to Do After the Long Haul

Although sitting behind the wheel all day does give you the opportunity to admire long stretches of stunning landscapes, it doesn’t really allow you to get in any stretches of your own. But being in the same position for extended periods of time can be bad for both your muscles and your posture, so it’s important that you stretch out after your long haul. Fortunately, trainer John Pimenidis of [...]

Four Stretches to Do After the Long Haul2021-02-16T11:19:50-05:00