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Reefer report: Peak fall produce season boosts reefer demand

The fall produce season in the Pacific Northwest significantly impacts the refrigerated truckload market, with peak activity typically occurring in

The surge in data center construction over the past several years has become a significant driver of flatbed truckload demand

The ISM Manufacturing PMI rose to 49.1 percent, up slightly from 48.7 in August. The gain came largely from stronger

The oil and gas exploration industry, particularly in West Texas, is a significant demand driver for flatbed carriers, as this

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and popular crop, especially during the American fall and winter holidays. The harvest season typically

The trucking ton-mile index experienced a seasonally adjusted increase of 0.8% month-over-month and 1.5% year-over-year in July, despite a slight

A significant warning sign for Canadian and U.S. flatbed truckers is emerging from the decline in lumber prices. This decline

Washington State is a national leader in frozen red raspberry production, contributing an impressive 90% of the nation’s supply. Each

In August 2025, U.S. containerized import volumes declined 7.6% month-over-month at around 2.7 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), marking a

This year’s DAT Shipper Summit was another huge success, bringing together leaders from across the nation to tackle the industry’s

House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith recently highlighted the potential benefits of President Trump’s trade agenda in an op-ed

New York, a top apple-producing state, offers a diverse selection of apple varieties, both classic and new. The apple season