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Choose safety and long-term relationships over cheap freight
The timing of this SCOTUS ruling alongside Roadcheck Week says a lot about where the transportation industry is heading. I spoke with a broker the day the ruling came out who said, “This completely changes how we have to vet carriers.” My first thought was: "Why wasn’t that already the standard?" For years, too much freight has been pushed toward the cheapest option instead of the safest or most reliable option. This ruling is another reminder that carrier selection is not ju
Pete Amundson
May 191 min read


🚨 Major Supreme Court Ruling Could Reshape Freight Brokerage Liability 🚨
The U.S. Supreme Court just issued a unanimous 9-0 ruling in the Montgomery case that could significantly impact brokers, 3PLs, carriers, shippers and the transportation industry as a whole. In simple terms: ⚖️ The Court ruled that freight brokers CAN potentially be sued under state negligence laws for hiring unsafe carriers. For years, many brokers relied on federal preemption protections under the F4A/FAAAA Act. However, the Supreme Court determined that the law’s “safety e
Pete Amundson
May 191 min read


ATA MCE 2025
Excited to head to San Diego next week for the ATA Management Conference & Exhibition (MCE 2025) ! 🇺🇸 I’ll be representing Minuteman Transport — connecting with partners, learning from industry leaders, and celebrating the trucking community that keeps America moving. If you’ll be at the San Diego Convention Center , I’d love to connect. Let’s catch up in person! #ATAmce25 #Trucking #Logistics #MinutemanTransport #Networking #SanDiego
Pete Amundson
Oct 20, 20251 min read


Cold Storage. Done Right.
Keeping It Cool: Minuteman Transport has Quality Cold Storage Services in Southern California As the holiday season approaches, the...
Pete Amundson
Oct 4, 20251 min read


Keeping it Cool with Minuteman Transport
Summer Has Arrived – Is Your Freight in Good Hands? Today marks the official first day of summer and the longest day of the year —...
Pete Amundson
Jun 20, 20251 min read


Minuteman Transport will be closed on Monday, 5/26
In observance of Memorial Day, Minuteman Transport will be closed on Monday, 5/26. We pause to honor and remember the brave men and women...
Pete Amundson
May 16, 20251 min read
Driver Appreciation Dinner at Minuteman Transport
This past Saturday, our team came together with over two dozen of our partner drivers and their spouses for a special appreciation dinner...
Pete Amundson
May 13, 20251 min read


🚛💨 MINUTEMAN TRANSPORT: THE COLD CHAIN CHAMP! ❄️
Strap in and chill out —The coolest rig on the West Coast just hit the road... Hot Wheels style.From SoCal to the Southwest, Minuteman...
Pete Amundson
Apr 15, 20251 min read


Reliable. Efficient. Committed.
🚛❄️ Reliable. Efficient. Committed. At Minuteman Transport, we take pride in delivering excellence in refrigerated LTL trucking and cold...
Pete Amundson
Apr 3, 20251 min read

OPTIMIZE YOUR COLD CHAIN WITH MINUTEMAN TRANSPORT
We deliver reliable, temperature-controlled logistics—from refrigerated trucking to secure cold storage—ensuring your perishable goods stay protected every mile. Backed by 40+ years of expertise and cutting-edge tracking technology, we tailor solutions for food, pharma, and agriculture businesses. Partner with us for on-time deliveries, real-time visibility, and unmatched customer service.
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