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The recent buzz comes from Northern Nevada Business Weekly in an article that centers around innovation in Reno trucking companies "On the Road: Future of Trucking is Headed this Way."
In his article, Roger Diez identifies Full Tilt as an innovator amongst various other Reno trucking companies and cites their use of modern advancements in trucking including, Geotab from Telematics. Geotab is a freight management system that affords real-time logistics information. UPS and the Department of Defense both use the same software as the system provides electronic logging of driver hours for full accountability of transportation requirements.
Advancements in computer technology have not only added efficiencies in terms of tracking and logistics. Full Tilt's Volvo power units achieve much greater fuel efficiency. Over the past 10 years, Volvo has achieved drastic gains in fuel economy to the tune of an average of 5 to 6 miles per gallon to an average of 7.5 in their fleets.
This increase in efficiency is due to smaller displacement engines the use turbochargers and smart aerodynamics. Other details such as high-efficiency piston design, split injection fuel delivery systems, predictive shifting, and adaptive cruise control also contribute to better mileage.
The next step is the development of hybrid power units despite limited demand. Regardless, Full Tilt recognizes the importance of increased efficiency and looks to the future for continued innovation.
Diez also notes Full Tilt's rise since their inception three years ago as well as our continuing growth and development. Currently, our staff at Full Tilt handles between 400 and 500 shipments per month. This increase in traffic has also necessitated the recent acquisition this June of three additional tractors and a total of six trailers. Our plan is to increase the fleet to between ten and fifteen units by the end of the year.
Full Tilt specializes in high-value freight and many of our clients are trade shows and companies in the solar industry and most recently we signed a contract with Amazon. Full Tilt looks to continue its commitment to fully utilizing the technological capabilities built into today's modern trucks to position itself as a key player amongst Reno logistics and Reno trucking companies.
Check out Diez's full article from Northern Nevada Business Weekly.
To find out more about how Full Tilt Logistics incorporates the latest innovative technology and equipment to meet modern-day shipping and logistics demands, contact us today. We are happy to share our vision for the future and talk all things logistics.
Choosing the right logistics provider is imperative to keeping any goods-related business functioning efficiently. Finding the most cost-effective and reliable solution won’t just help you optimize your business, but will help you build strong partnerships that can last a lifetime. Finding the right Reno logistics provider is not as easy as it may seem. Here are a few tips to help you on your way.
When choosing the right provider, the first thing you should pay attention to is the offered services. Can they help your business grow and develop? Are they competent in certain service areas? Do they have everything you need for both a short-term and long-term basis?
The logistics provider should have professional customer service with a high response rate and offer effective problem-solving. Reviews can be a good indicator of customer service.
All companies claim that they provide the best service but the only way to check is to ask for references. When checking the references, ask about the provider’s safety record. In most cases, a safe logistics provider also offers excellent customer service. The safety record can also be found at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
No matter how complex your supply chain is, you need a Reno logistics provider with a good, stable company business. Since you are dependent on consistent suppliers, a logistics provider that undergoes unexpected and frequent changes can jeopardize your business. Make sure your Reno logistics provider is reliable and dependable by doing a background check. Any company with more than 3 years in business means valuable experience.
The company’s reputation is a major factor to consider when choosing the best Reno logistics provider.
Beware of cheap logistics providers. If the services are too good to be true, that often is the case. It means the company could be saving money on transportation, warehousing, safety, or other aspects. This can lead to service failures and mishaps. Compare the prices on the market today and don’t go below the average.
Choosing the right logistics provider can make a difference between fast business development and unfortunate failures. Learn how Full Tilt Logistics can take care of your business today. Call us at 775.300.6050 or request an online quote.
All transportation companies like to brag about their reliability and on-time delivery……. nothing new here. At FULL TILT Transportation, we like to tout our reliability as well. What makes our Reno logistics company different from the others is that we put our money where our mouth is!
We are so confident that we will do what we commit to, that if we don’t, your load is free. Let me say that again, if we don’t deliver your load on time, it’s free. Here’s how it works. For any new customer that books five loads with FULL TILT, you pay nothing for any of the loads that are not delivered on time!
Contact us today to learn more about our quality, service, reliability guarantee!
FULL TILT Transportation, the trucking arm of FULL TILT logistics, started hauling freight a couple of months ago and initial results have been better than we imagined. We’ve already had to add two power units and four more trailers to the fleet to keep up with our customers’ demands. Our on-time pickup and delivery rates exceed 99% and our customers are pleased and have told us so.
“Our experience with FULL TILT Transportation has been really exceptional, and we are now looking for them to handle all our west coast shipments.”
Rob R. – Senior Transportation Rep“The FULL TILT driver was very professional and assisted with the unload at our customer’s facility. We are very pleased and will be working with them again.”
Joan W. – Senior Sales Associate“We love FULL TILT’s trucks and customer service. This is the first time we have worked with them and they have exceeded our expectations.”
Caroline B. – Sales
We get it! We know how important your freight is and have a hands-on approach in every facet of our company. The customer is why we’re here.
Our Reno logistics company is built on integrity, honesty, communication, knowledge and the highest level of customer service available in the industry. We make no excuses and are results driven. So, what do you have to lose? We under promise and over deliver.
Try FULL TILT Transportation and see what you’re missing with your current carrier.
Welcome to the next chapter in the evolution of Full Tilt Logistics. This rapidly growing certified Women-Owned company has now expanded to asset-based transportation with the acquisition of power units and trailers. This creates additional options for our customers and will continue to ensure our service levels remain the best in the business. The equipment is new and clean and meets the standards of excellence embedded in Full Tilt’s culture - making us one of the top Reno trucking companies.
As part of this expansion, we have created a new Reno trucking company, FULL TILT TRANSPORTATION, that will work for hand in hand with the logistics company to continue to serve the company’s growing customer base. We are fortunate to bring on board a Fleet Manager with over twenty years’ experience in the trucking business to head up this new operation. He hired experienced and professional drivers and they have hit the ground driving from day one.
Our company is laser-focused on managed, sensible growth and customer service. This significant investment in the business will help us achieve our goals. Between the brokerage company and the Reno trucking company, we can handle any type of load from smaller moves to the largest projects. Although our specialties are large national trade shows and green energy equipment, we can accommodate any customer freight from refrigerated to flatbed. We are always looking for exceptional people to join the team and are an equal opportunity employer.
Full Tilt is a small family owned business and we work hard and have a passion for what we do. To back up our claims of exceptional customer service, we are willing to guarantee it in writing. For a limited time, Full Tilt Logistics is offering a money back guarantee. We promise to do what we say or new customers pay nothing!
For every new customer booking five loads with us, if a load is not delivered on time that load is free.
We build and value long term relationships. Give us a chance and you’ll be a customer for life. We love the Reno-Tahoe community and continue to volunteer our time and money to community events. Go FULL TILT and you won’t go back.
Whew……what a few weeks it has been at Full Tilt Logistics! Besides working nonstop to service our ever-increasing customer base, several of our staff participated again in local fundraising events.
Our company culture encourages family time and a healthy active lifestyle.
These recent events accomplish both. We believe that staying physically active and giving back to the community benefits all. Many of our employees are ex-athletes, so the competitive spirit is alive and well at Full Tilt. Interested in joining our team? Check out our current openings!
The first event was the MS Walk benefitting the Multiple Sclerosis Society. This event has been ongoing since 1988 and has raised more than $920 million to drive groundbreaking research, provide life-changing programs and show community support for those who need it most. The Full Tilt team of employees personally contributed to the cause and solicited donations from customers, vendors, friends, and family for this worthy event. We were happy to raise such a significant amount and contribute to this wonderful cause.
Next up was the 17th annual Moms on The Run 10K and 5K event held every Mother’s Day along the beautiful Truckee River in downtown Reno. This all-volunteer event contributes 98% of the funds raised to local breast cancer patients undergoing treatment in the Reno community. Again, members of the Full Tilt team participated with friends and family to support this great cause. Several employees are avid runners and improved their times from last year's event.
The grueling Reno Tahoe Odyssey (RTO) is next on the schedule for the Full Tilt team. Only our most competitive runners will be participating due to the demanding requirements. The RTO is a relay from Reno to Lake Tahoe and back to Reno making a large 178-mile loop around the spectacular route showcasing the beautiful Reno-Tahoe region. Our competing runners will all be running three legs of the race averaging 15 miles each. The same dedication and drive to compete in this event are what we bring to the table to ensure our customers receive the highest level of customer service available.
On a more serene note, Full Tilt Logistics stepped up to sponsor a school garden and Urban Roots Farm Camp for local youth. Urban Roots is a local organization founded on supporting school gardens. The Garden Classroom Program helps schools create gardens that serve as outdoor classrooms. Teacher training, classroom lessons and field trips with hands-on learning. Urban Roots has introduced thousands of children across Washoe County to the joys of leafy greens while also incorporating science, math, and art in the garden. The Farm Camp for kids provides an immersive experience to get in the flow of fun, friends, and farming while learning about everything from chickens and seed balls to permaculture and compost. It is always rewarding for our team to see how much the kids love the program!
This winter has been record-setting for moisture in the Sierra Nevada mountains as well as most of California. At Full Tilt Logistics, we love being headquartered in the beautiful Reno-Tahoe area with an excellent lifestyle. We get to witness first hand some of the problems drivers must deal with when it comes to winter freight shipping.
Interstate 80 is the major east-west thoroughfare through for the Reno trucking industry but the road has often been closed for weather this year. Nevada and California state transportation departments do their best to maintain travel but there are many times the driving can be stopped or slow going at best. We occasionally see drivers try and get by stalled traffic to keep the delivery schedule on time as much as possible. Several drivers have attempted to use local neighborhood streets to avoid heavy traffic.
As you can see by the photo below, this doesn’t always work out. This photo was taken recently in a residential neighborhood just off I 80 near the Nevada-California state line.
We all understand the tough job winter freight shipping drivers have and how important good drivers are to the success of our industry. The frustration level ramps up because of weather and traffic delays but, as the photo shows, don’t always believe your GPS for the shortest and best route. Often in the hectic world of logistics we all are quick to anger and assign blame and at times, that may be justified.
We need to keep in mind there a lot of moving parts (no pun intended) in the logistics world and things can and often do go wrong. The good news is that shippers, customers, freight brokerage companies and drivers are all working together to achieve the desired outcome- on time delivery. In the day to day hectic world we all live in, let’s all remember it takes a team to get the job done and we all make mistakes.
This article originally appeared in the Reno-Gazette Journal.
Full Tilt Logistics is a 100 percent women-owned family company. Owners are Tiffany Novich President (TN) and Cindy Novich CFO (CN). Two photos attached – one of the owners and one of the women employees. Thanks again.
Owner Tiffany Novich grew up in Nevada and is a state high school rodeo champion. She is also a University of Nevada, Reno graduate, captain of women’s Rugby team, wildland firefighter and Hurricane Katrina relief volunteer. She's Married and has two small children.
"I take a lot of pride in being a mom, wife and business owner," she wrote. "It’s all about balance and finding joy in every day."
Chief Financial Officer, Cindy Novich is a retired CPA and medical group administrator. She is also a University of Nevada, Reno graduate who wanted a career change and formed this company with her daughter-in-law. She's married and has two grown sons and three (almost four) grandchildren.
"I find this industry to be so exciting especially now that Reno-Sparks has become such a transportation hub," she wrote.
CN: I am a lifelong resident of Reno and I love the people and the robust business climate. Also, the opportunity to start a women-owned company and work with family was just too tempting to pass up.
TN: We did our homework and decided the time was right to start the company. The energy in Reno is great and the business community has been very accepting. We created one of the few women-owned freight brokerage companies in the country. From hiking to desert road trips, beautiful Lake Tahoe and all the local history, Reno is truly the best place for us.
TN: Yes. We started with three employees and now have ten with a satellite office in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our team is highly motivated, experienced and we provide the highest level of customer service available at competitive prices. Being women-owned has been a catalyst for growth through networking opportunities in the community and across the country. We move anything and everything by truck, air, rail, and ocean. No job is too big or too small.
CN: Yes we are growing. We work hard to provide ultimate customer service. We are available 24-7 to be sure our customer’s needs are met. Revenues are up 45 percent in the last year. The local community has been very supportive and we are seeing a significant repeat business and referrals are way up.
CN: Because of our growth we have been able to create jobs. We are also advocates for other women-owned businesses and utilize their services whenever possible. We are involved with local charities and fundraisers.
TN: Our greatest achievement is providing jobs in the community. As we move forward we will be participating in more charitable events and expanding our involvement in the wonderful Reno community.
CN: Northern Nevada is doing a lot of things to create growth in the area. There is a different vibe right now. The energy is good. Not letting growth outpace the support services will be challenging but the area is moving in the right direction.
TN: Reno needs to continue to create well-paying jobs for those seeking employment. Continue to embrace tourism, high-tech careers and, of course, the rapidly expanding logistics industry.
