Start with Accurate Classification

Freight class errors are one of the most common — and expensive — mistakes in LTL shipping. If your freight is reclassed after pickup, you'll see an invoice adjustment that's often 30–100% higher than expected. Getting classification right from the start saves money and eliminates invoice surprises. We review your freight class with every new shipper we onboard.

Consolidate When Possible

Shipping three separate LTL orders in one week? Consider consolidating into one larger shipment. A single larger LTL shipment almost always costs less than multiple small ones for the same total freight. We help you identify consolidation opportunities on repeat lanes.

Know When to Go Truckload

LTL pricing is not linear — it doesn't keep getting cheaper as your shipment gets larger. At some breakpoint, usually around 10,000 lbs or 6–8 pallets, truckload pricing becomes competitive with LTL and often beats it when you factor in transit time and damage risk. We run this analysis for you so you're always in the right mode.

Eliminate Unnecessary Accessorials

  • Can you add a dock to avoid liftgate fees?
  • Can you pick up at a carrier terminal instead of paying residential surcharges?
  • Can you be flexible on delivery dates to avoid appointment fees?
  • Are your dimensions accurate? Incorrect dims trigger dimensional weight upcharges.

Use a Broker with Real Buying Power

Independent shippers almost never have access to the same rates as high-volume brokers. Through our Priority1 network, X Logistics accesses negotiated rates across 47,000+ carriers — rates that directly benefit our customers. This alone is often the biggest single cost reduction for businesses new to freight brokerage.

Want to see how much you could save? Send us your recent freight invoices and we'll show you a real side-by-side comparison. No obligation.