Top tax questions owner-operators ask
While death and taxes may be the only certainties in life, of the two, taxes come around way more often. That’s why we’ve put together
Pat Pitz
Pat Pitz was the editor of the DAT Solutions freight broker newsletter. He has nearly 20 years of experience as a professional writer and editor. Before joining DAT, he spent 8 years at a Portland advertising and public relations agency, where he wrote newsletters and other content for a variety of high-profile clients, including several in the trucking industry.
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Try the upgrade of the DAT Directory
For years, DAT has provided its load board users with a directory where they can to learn more about the carriers, brokers, shippers and freight
What’s in the stimulus bill for carriers, brokers, owner-operators?
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act) includes $2 trillion in economic stimulus funds. Included in the relief package is funding
How is COVID-19 affecting capacity and freight rates?
COVID-19 has become one of the most disruptive events to hit supply chains in our lifetime. Weather-related events, such as hurricanes and snowstorms are often
HOS regs waived for COVID-19 relief efforts
There may be some relief for truckers who are stuck waiting in long lines to pick up and deliver cargo that’s targeted for emergency relief
DAT has something special planned for the TIA conference
UPDATE: The TIA Capital Ideas Conference has been rescheduled to August 19-22, 2020 in Austin, TX. DAT will be unveiling brand new products at the
VIDEO: Avoid Low-Paying Routes with DAT TriHaul
It’s been a perennial problem in trucking: You’re offered a good rate to deliver a load, but the rate on the return trip barely covers
Spot rates stall for van freight in uncertain market conditions
Van carriers may be glad to see February recede in the rearview, as rates and volume slid lower for the first few weeks of the
DAT adds automated ‘Book Now’ options to load board
Today, booking a load can be time-consuming for both carriers and brokers, involving multiple phone calls, emails, and back-and-forth negotiations. DAT is currently developing new technologies
Slow season slog continues for truckload freight
Freight rates remain in their typical seasonal slump. We’re now in that lull that occurs after the holidays, but before demand picks up again for
Why freight brokers should be concerned about AB5
Carriers and owner operators have been looking for solutions to California’s new law governing contract work, but brokerages will need to find solutions as well.
VIDEO: How to negotiate the best price
Before you call on a load, you need to decide how much you’re going to charge, especially if the broker hasn’t posted an offer rate.