Trucking terms starting with A
Accessorial Charge An extra charge for services beyond the basic linehaul move. ACH Automated Clearing House, a common bank transfer method used for freight payments. Additional Insured A party added to a policy for limited coverage rights under policy terms. Advance Rate The percentage of an invoice paid upfront by the factoring company. Adverse Driving Conditions Unexpected conditions that may affect certain hours-of-service calculations under the rules. Aging Report A report showing unpaid invoices by how long they have been outstanding. Air Lines The service and emergency air hoses connecting tractor and trailer brakes. Air Ride A suspension system using air bags to help cushion freight and improve ride quality. All-In Rate A freight price that includes the agreed linehaul and expected charges unless exceptions are written separately. Alligator A piece of tire tread on the road. AOBRD Automatic onboard recording device, an older electronic log device category largely replaced by ELD rules. Appointment Freight Freight that requires scheduled pickup or delivery appointments rather than open shipping hours. Audit Trail A record of changes or events in a logging system that helps explain how driver log data changed.