Many owner-operators hit a wall. Not because they’re lazy or unskilled, but because they’re buried under inconsistent rates, cluttered paperwork, and the myth that hard work alone is enough.
The company’s efforts to grow its business south of the U.S. border via partnerships and M&A seem to be paying off.
July 2025 sustained the brisk pace of logistics M&A, with more than 30 deals announced across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa.
Some small carriers plan their week by whatever load happens to pop up that day—and that’s exactly how they end up chasing inconsistent rates and dead zones.
Freight volumes show signs of recovery, but uncertainty remains
Spot freight demand grew in July, but so did carriers' sense of doom and gloom. Massive import duties helped bring "a prevalent sentiment of caution" for shippers and carriers alike.
In this episode of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac welcomes Dean Croke, Principal Market Analyst at DAT Freight & Analytics, for another in-depth installment of “DAT Guy.”
Some carriers chase rates. The smart ones build lanes. In this tactical guide, we break down exactly how to structure freight lanes that hold up in any market—without relying on the load board. Learn how to filter bad loads, rank brokers, and create routes that protect your profit mile after mile.
DAT’s acquisition of Convoy’s tech platform marks a major leap in freight innovation—pairing the largest load board with cutting-edge automation. Bill Driegert, EVP at DAT and co-founder of Uber Freight, explains how the platform streamlines carrier procurement, automates up to 98% of loads, and slashes brokerage costs.