Category: Market Update

Bringing the doctor’s clinic to truckers on the road

During a recent stop at a major truck stop on Interstate 90 in upstate New York, I was pleasantly surprised

Last year will go down in the books like 2019 did – an unprofitable year for carriers with the usual twists and turns.

Two West Coast hurricanes in August and October have resulted in higher onion prices in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) in

The first quarter, or “Quiet Season” in freight, is also impacted by a slowdown in Asian imports. Except for 2020,

The McAllen freight market is located on the southernmost tip of Texas, right on the U.S.-Mexican border, and is one

We’re a few weeks away from the official start of winter, but we’re already seeing the annual shift in produce

Fall produce season mixed with holiday season festivities typically provides a much-needed boost for reefer carriers in November. This year,

In a recent DAT Freight & Analytics blog post, I wrote about preparing for winter driving. This week, we’re exploring

The blueprint for effective supply chain management (SCM) has evolved. It’s not just about saving money anymore. While financial considerations

Truck drivers find their work fulfilling; however, nearly 75% state the job is physically and emotionally stressful, according to a

In the post-pandemic world, many truckers find themselves in truck stops where restaurants have not yet re-opened. If they are

There aren’t many occupations that do not provide immediate access to restroom facilities, except for the few in construction with