5 simple ways brokers can improve their credit score
When a carrier searches for a load on DAT load boards, they’ll often get dozens of results, especially on popular
Vans still waiting for the spring surge
Just when we thought spring had finally arrived, van rates cooled off again last week on the spot market. More
Florida and California drive reefer demand
Reefer loads saw a sharp increase last week, but just as we saw with vans, there appeared to be enough capacity
Reefer rates rise as Florida hits its stride
It’s been a slow spring for fresh produce, but there are some hot spots, especially in the southernmost states. Freight
Better weather helps push van rates upward
After declining for several weeks, van rates seem to have turned a corner. The national average rate for May so
Post-Easter rebound doesn’t reach truckload rates
Although van freight volumes recovered following Easter week, it wasn’t enough to boost the national average van rate, which remains
Lagging produce volumes hurt reefer rates
Expectations of a post-Easter rebound failed to materialize in reefer produce freight last week. Truckload demand in Florida continued to
Drug-Alcohol Clearinghouse: Employer asset or capacity killer?
In January, a new FMCSA regulation will take effect that may help fleets avoid hiring drivers who could be a
4 reasons flatbed should bounce back soon
After a strong first quarter, flatbed freight has slowed in April. It’s been a wet month throughout the country, and
Highlights and surprises from the 2019 TIA Conference
Did you miss out on this year’s TIA Capital Ideas Conference and Expo? As usual, this year’s event was packed
Reefers wanted today in Georgia, as Vidalia onions roll out
If you have a reefer trailer, you can be sure to find a load in Southeastern Georgia this week. The
Easter week started strong before demand dipped
Last week started with solid demand, but activity tapered off as Good Friday and the Easter weekend approached. Load-to-truck ratios