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Spot market freight was stuck in neutral for most of the third quarter, with some pockets of seasonal activity. It’s

Wages have stayed stagnant for most Americans, except for one group of workers: Truck drivers. Since 2013, the average annual

What’s the best time of day to secure capacity? What’s the best day of the week to send loads out

DAT Solutions has launched a new online analytics service that helps brokers and 3PLs find hidden capacity, anticipate rate changes,

When fuel prices are low, your costs go down. This is good. But all-in spot market rates have also gone

Rates moved in the opposite direction from load-to-truck ratios last week. Van and reefer rates declined while load volume and

To help you to negotiate the best price for your trucks, most DAT Load Boards include spot market rates for

When you quote a rate to a shipper, what references do you use to ensure that your prices are not

Last month, I had the pleasure of talking to a group of owner-operators and aspiring small fleet owners in Kansas

Freight volumes are on the rise in much of the country, as the winter slow season eases into the rearview

Springtime freight is coming on strong, and rates are climbing. We’re starting to see more of the seasonal trends we’re

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