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Border Crossings

2026-08-01

Gordie Howe vs Ambassador Bridge: Truck Tolls Compared

Since the Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic on July 27, 2026, trucks running between Windsor and Detroit can choose between two bridges. Both operators charge commercial trucks per ax...

Compliance

2026-03-31

USMCA Certificate of Origin: A Practical Guide for Cross-Border Carriers

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA, or CUSMA in Canada) replaced NAFTA in 2020 and governs duty-free or preferential trade between the three countries. A Certificate of Origin is the key...

Guide

2026-03-31

Understanding HS Codes: The Key to Smooth Cross-Border Customs Clearance

Every product crossing the US-Canada border is classified by a Harmonized System (HS) code. Getting this code right determines your duty rates, whether special trade agreements apply, and how smoothly...

Guide

2026-03-31

RNS Explained: How Release Notifications Keep Your Freight Moving

The Release Notification System (RNS) is a critical but often overlooked piece of the cross-border puzzle. Understanding how RNS works can mean the difference between a smooth delivery and a cargo hol...

Guide

2026-03-31

New Driver's Guide to Cross-Border Trucking Between the US and Canada

Your first cross-border trip can be intimidating. There's paperwork, customs procedures, multiple agencies, and the pressure of not holding up the line. This guide covers everything a new commercial d...

Compliance

2026-03-31

Shipping Hazmat Across the US-Canada Border: What Carriers Need to Know

Transporting hazardous materials across the US-Canada border adds significant regulatory complexity to an already detailed process. Missing a single requirement can result in cargo holds, steep fines,...

Tips

2026-03-31

Choosing the Right Port of Entry: A Strategic Guide for Cross-Border Carriers

Not all border crossings are created equal. The port of entry you choose affects your wait times, inspection rates, available services, and ultimately your bottom line. Here's how to make smarter rout...

Compliance

2026-03-31

Cabotage Rules Explained: What Cross-Border Carriers Can and Cannot Haul

One of the most misunderstood regulations in cross-border trucking is cabotage. Violating cabotage rules can result in vehicle seizure, heavy fines, and a ban from future border crossings. Here's what...

Tips

2026-03-31

What to Do When Your Truck Gets Held at the Border: A Carrier's Survival Guide

It happens to every cross-border carrier eventually. Your driver calls from the border: "They're holding me for inspection." Knowing how to handle border holds efficiently can save hours of delay and ...

Compliance

2026-03-30

C-TPAT and PIP: How Trusted Trader Programs Speed Up Your Border Crossings

If your carrier is making frequent US-Canada crossings, enrolling in trusted trader programs can dramatically reduce your border wait times and inspection rates. Here's a practical breakdown of both p...

Tips

2026-03-30

10 Common eManifest Mistakes That Cause Border Delays (And How to Avoid Them)

Even experienced carriers make eManifest errors that lead to costly border delays. The following common mistakes can be reduced with consistent data checks and filing procedures. ## 1. Filing Too Lat...

Business

2026-03-29

eManifest Managed Filing: Is It Worth It for Small Carriers?

If you run a small trucking company that crosses the US-Canada border, you already know that eManifest filing is not optional. Every commercial shipment needs an ACE or ACI manifest transmitted to cus...

Guide

2026-03-28

How to Get Your CBSA Carrier Code: Step-by-Step Guide

If you are a trucking company that moves commercial goods into Canada, you need a **CBSA carrier code** before you can file eManifests with the Canada Border Services Agency. Without this code, you ca...

Tips

2026-03-27

How to Reduce Border Wait Times for Commercial Trucks

For cross-border carriers, time spent idling at the border is time not earning revenue. Long wait times eat into Hours of Service, push deliveries past their windows, and frustrate drivers. The good n...

Announcement

2026-03-26

Welcome to BorderPro

BorderPro is opening early access to a modern eManifest data-preparation platform for Canadian and US carriers. ## Why We Built This Cross-border trucking should not mean hours of repetitive data en...

Guide

2026-03-22

PARS vs PAPS: What Each Number Means for Trucks

PARS and PAPS are the two pre-arrival release references cross-border truck drivers hear about most. PARS, the Pre-Arrival Review System, is a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) release option for c...

Guide

2026-03-20

How to File an ACE eManifest in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Carriers

Filing an ACE eManifest with US Customs is mandatory for every carrier hauling freight into the US, and the transmission must reach CBP at least 1 hour before arrival. This step-by-step guide walks th...