The Top 25 Habits of Successful Owner-Operators
The most successful owner-operator truck drivers in the industry didn’t get where they are because of sheer luck. These drivers
Bellying up to ‘America’s Salad Bowl’
It may be a relatively small part of California, but the tract of land known as the Salinas Valley grows
Industry Intelligence Guide: Navigating the unpredictable demand of produce season
As the weather warms up, suppliers can expect the demand for fresh fruits and vegetables to spike, highlighting the need
Freightvine Recap: The evolution of shipper and carrier relationships
The siloed nature of traditional shipper-carrier relationships is officially in the rear view mirror. From socioeconomic volatility and rapid
Reduction in the supply of drivers is looming
On a recent DAT Freight & Analytics show, we interviewed Tim Denoyers, Senior Analyst at ACT Research, to talk about
The Shipper iQ – Forecasting and planning
The transportation logistics industry is no stranger to uncertainty. With seasonality shifts, demand fluctuations, rate volatility, and severe inclement weather,
The 100 Deadly Days of Summer
Due to a significant annual increase in fatal car accidents during the 100-day span between Memorial Day and Labor Day,
The Speed Limiter Debate Gains Momentum
On a recent cross-country road trip the entire length of Interstate 80, it was obvious that speed isn’t the issue
A Pivotal Month for Truckload Freight
Truckload freight volumes declined, and national average spot rates for dry van and refrigerated (“reefer”) loads fell for the fourth
Elephants or goldfish: Who in freight has the longer memory?
Shippers and carriers claim to have long memories when the power dynamics change in freight markets. Is that true?
Are You Ready for Roadcheck Week?
International Roadcheck is an annual three-day event when CVSA-certified inspectors conduct compliance, enforcement, and educational initiatives targeting various motor carrier,
Rough Quarter Ahead for Small Fleets
Last September, we wrote about carrier profitability and operating costs when spot rates fell and diesel came off record highs.