Where does our winter produce come from anyway?
We’re a few weeks away from the official start of winter, but we’re already seeing the annual shift in produce
Reefer report: Truckload produce demand lags in most regions except the Pacific Northwest
Fall produce season mixed with holiday season festivities typically provides a much-needed boost for reefer carriers in November. This year,
Dry van report: Contract and spot market freight shippers continue to save using intermodal
A soft truckload freight market is driven by factors including U.S. shippers’ increasing use of privately operated fleets and favorably-priced
The inside scoop on freight fraud
Jeff Hopper is the Chief Marketing Officer at DAT. In that role, he oversees the customer service department, which houses
Reefer Report: Annual Diwali Festival of Lights expected to reduce truckload capacity
The tomato harvest in the Sacramento Valley has just finished, along with the late harvest of almonds, grapes, onions, figs,
DAT survey: 75% of truck drivers say job is stressful
Truck drivers find their work fulfilling; however, nearly 75% state the job is physically and emotionally stressful, according to a
Get to know Tanya Gamaley, DAT systems engineer
Systems engineer Tanya Gamaley recently sat down to share her thoughts on DAT Freight & Analytics, her role, and her
Dry Van Report: Interstate carrier exits accelerate in August
The $0.71/gal surge in diesel prices since July 4 has devastated small carriers operating in the spot market, especially those
Drivers cutting costs by cooking on the road
In the post-pandemic world, many truckers find themselves in truck stops where restaurants have not yet re-opened. If they are
Restroom availability concerns for truckers
There aren’t many occupations that do not provide immediate access to restroom facilities, except for the few in construction with
Trucking scams: How brokers and carriers can protect themselves
Working with a broker or carrier for the first time can lead to a successful and profitable relationship that will
Reefer Report: Watermelon season rolls on
The United States ranks 7th in worldwide watermelon production, with Florida, Georgia, Texas, and California leading domestic production. Watermelon is