Weekly Market Update for August 13th, 2024: The CAT Scale was a game-changer for truckers 50 years ago
The invention of the CAT Scale gave drivers a better way to weigh trucks and trailers in the 1970s. You
Dean Croke
Dean Croke is the Principal Analyst for DAT iQ, the freight data and analytics operation at DAT. He brings 35 years of experience in the fields of data science, supply chain management, logistics, risk management and human performance. For the latest market updates, follow @datfreightteam on Twitter.
Flatbed report: Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracts in July
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in July for the fourth consecutive month and the 20th time in the
Flatbed report: Oil production is up, but drill rig counts are down
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has reported that oil production from major shale regions in the United States reached
Reefer report: Restauranteurs eye storm clouds on the horizon
The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) remained below 100 in contraction territory in May. However, with a slight
Dry van report: New research shares strategies to foster women truck drivers’ success
Recent research highlights strategies to attract more women to the trucking industry. According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI),
Weekly Market Update for August 6th, 2024: Daimler leaves Tesla in dust regarding EV weight and range
After conducting extensive tests on its second-generation hydrogen-powered prototype truck, Daimler Trucks has unveiled a remarkable technological feat. The trial
Flatbed report: AGCO plans to move hay baler production to Mexico in 2025
According to the USDA, net farm income is expected to drop by 25.5 % from 2023’s forecast of $155 billion
Reefer report: The National Cherry Festival is home to the world’s largest cherry pie
The National Cherry Festival, held in Traverse City, MI, is annually rated as one of North America’s top 100 Festivals
Dry van report: Truckload demand continues to move sideways
Professor Jason Miller, a respected supply chain expert at Michigan State University, emphasizes the need for more positive developments in
Weekly Market Update for July 30th, 2024: Marijuana tops the list of controlled substance violations
In May, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) proposed reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. This could have a
Weekly Market Update for July 23rd, 2024: Brake Safety Day catches many by surprise
Commercial vehicle inspectors put 570 commercial motor vehicles out of service for brake-related violations during the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety
Flatbed report: Weak machinery outlooks create headwinds for specialized truckload carriers
According to the USDA, net farm income is expected to drop by 25.5 % from 2023’s forecast of $155 billion