After studying this chapter's learning objectives, visit the following web sites and, based on the information you find, answer the following questions:
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
- What is the purpose of this agency?
- How could its actions affect your distribution plans?
- Bureau of Transportation Statistics
- In Chapter 3 of this site, locate tables 3-1a, 3-7, and 3-17. Compare and discuss the figures found in these tables are related to rail and motor carriers in light of the material about the various modes contained in Chapter 9.
- Conduct a search of the web for "motor carriers" and "rail carriers". (Do not use " "in your search). Select two trucking companies and two railroads and visit their websites.
- What features did you find that would assist in your distribution program?
- Compare the features of the modes websites and explain how these features would be helpful.
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