Getting started with DAT Power
Welcome, new DAT Power subscriber
Welcome to DAT. It’s our job to make sure you have the tools you need to succeed and get the most out of your DAT Power subscription. Below you’ll find information on how to search for loads, post your trucks, negotiate rates, find new business partners, and more.
VIDEOS: How to use DAT Power
Here’s a series of videos that address the most common tasks for users.
- DAT Power – Full training video for carriers (48 min.)
- Searching for loads (4 min.)
- Posting a truck (6 min.)
- 25+ more videos
Other helpful resources for new users
In addition to the video tutorials above, here are a number of other useful resourses to get you up and running quickly.
Tools to help you get the job done
DAT Power comes with tools that’ll help you find loads, gauge supply/demand and research new business partners.
- Market Conditions Index – See current supply and demand in 135 freight markets in the U.S.
- DAT Directory – Valuable information on every broker, shipper and carrier who uses DAT load boards.
- DAT LaneMakers – See the brokers who have posted the most loads on any lane and contact them.
- DAT Trendlines – A free weekly publication that details current freight availabliity, capacity, and rates.
Grab these cheat sheets
Here are some of the most popular resources requested by new customers.
Need help? Get in touch
Got a question you can’t find an answer for? We’re here to help.
Phone: (800) 547-5417
Monday-Friday 6 AM to 8 PM (Central time)
Saturday: 5 AM to 2 PM (Central time)
Email: [email protected]
Welcome, new DAT Power subscriber
Welcome to DAT. It’s our job to make sure you have the tools you need to succeed and get the most out of your DAT Power subscription. Below you’ll find information on how to post loads, search for trucks, negotiate rates, find new carriers, and more.
VIDEOS: How to use DAT Power
Here’s a series of videos that address the most common tasks for users.
- DAT Power – Full training video for brokers (45 min.)
- How to post loads (6 min.)
- How to search for trucks (4 min.)
- 25+ more videos
Other helpful resources for new users
In addition to the video tutorials above, here are a number of other useful resourses to get you up and running quickly.
Tools to help you get the job done
DAT Power comes with tools that’ll help you find loads, gauge supply/demand and research new business partners.
- Market Condition Index – See current supply and demand in 135 freight markets in the U.S.
- DAT Directory – Valuable information on every carrier, broker and shipper who uses DAT load boards.
- DAT LaneMakers – See the brokers who have posted the most loads on any lane, and then contact them.
- DAT Trendlines – A free weekly publication that details current freight availabliity, capacity and rates.
- DAT CarrierWatch – Be notified of changes to carriers’ operating authority and safety information, and print copies of actual insurance certificates.
Grab these cheat sheets
Here are some of the most popular resources requested by new customers.
Need help? Get in touch
Got a question you can’t find an answer for? We’re here to help.
Phone: (800) 547-5417
Monday-Friday 6 AM to 8 PM (Central time)
Saturday: 5 AM to 2 PM (Central time)
Email: [email protected]
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Free Weekly Spot Market Reports
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