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DAT Network Integrity Unit: Our mission to end fraud
Dry van report: September imports arrive in record numbers
The 3-day International Longshoreman Association (ILA) has concluded, but the impact of disruptions at East and Gulf Coast ports on
Backhaul vs. headhaul: Strategies for trucking success
Whether you’re a carrier or an owner-operator, effective planning and strategizing are crucial for maximizing profits in your trucking business.
Keeping drivers healthy: St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
Driving trucks is a demanding career that doesn’t easily lend itself to physical activity – the majority of time not
Customer Spotlight: Omni1 Logix
For our latest customer spotlight, we heard from Lisa Barot and Mike Trivedi of Omni1 Logix. They shared how they
Flatbed report: US manufacturing PMI was unchanged in September
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) published a report on Tuesday indicating that manufacturing sector activity in the United States
Reefer report: California’s citrus season ends earlier than expected
The California citrus season has been challenging, with the crop size decreasing from 10 to 20% due to thrip issues
Dry van report: The LMI is at its highest in two years
The September Logistics Manager’s Index reads in at 58.6, up (+2.2) from August’s reading of 56.4 and at its highest
Elkhart, IN: the RV Capital of the World
As I headed west on Interstate 80 through Indiana recently, I couldn’t help but notice the number of towable and
Customer Spotlight: ODW Logistics
ODW Logistics is a national 3PL providing transportation management, contract logistics, and supply chain optimization for a completely integrated logistics solution.
Broker Newsletter: Broker products just got way better
This month’s Broker Newsletter is focused on the new products and features in DAT products that keep broker’s businesses safer than ever before.
Know who you’re working with: Company Search in DAT One
In the ever-changing world of freight, understanding who you’re working with is crucial for building strong, reliable partnerships.
Flatbed Report: Market shows signs of lifting off the bottom
The ACT Research For-Hire Trucking Index increased by 4.8 points in August, reflecting both growing goods demand and inventory pre-positioning.
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The Original Load Board - Trusted Since 1978
The company was established in 1978 as the Dial-A-Truck (DAT) load finder service at Jubitz® truck stop in Portland, OR.