Finding the highest paying truck loads is key to maximizing profits in a competitive market. As a carrier, knowing where to look, how to negotiate, and which routes yield the best rates can make all the difference. This guide walks you through practical steps to secure profitable loads, covering everything from leveraging load boards to monitoring market trends. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned professional, these strategies can help you boost earnings on every haul.

Trucking comes in many different variations. One variation that’s becoming increasingly popular thanks to the many benefits it offers to both shippers and carriers is intermodal trucking, an alternative to standard over-the-road (OTR) trucking.

Dive into the nuances of temperature-controlled Less-than-Truckload (LTL) transportation, crucial for industries like food and healthcare. Explore key challenges, industry demands, and leverage DAT tools for efficient load management.

Develop a successful freight shipping strategy with DAT’s tools, focusing on building strong partnerships, balancing contract and spot freight, and staying informed about market trends. DAT iQ solutions offer valuable insights, analytics, and expert services for shippers to optimize transportation networks and achieve lasting success.

Want to know what an ELD is and why truckers are required to use them? Electronic logging devices are mandated by federal regulations to help ensure compliance with hours of service (HOS) rules. Let’s break down everything drivers need to know about ELDs, including what they are, who needs one, and who’s exempt.

Freight brokers are a vital player in the trucking industry, serving as the link between shippers with goods to move and carriers ready to transport them. Beyond negotiating rates informed by data, brokers must also navigate complex regulations to ensure full compliance. In this guide, we’ll explore the critical role brokers play and how their expertise drives the success of the supply chain.

Watch the video to learn how to hone your budget and procurement strategies, manage daily supply chain operations, and get unique insights into your business needs with DAT iQ’s transportation market intelligence.

Whether you’re a seasoned road warrior or just starting your venture into the motor carrier industry, this guide is designed to provide you with insights and strategies to navigate the unique challenges your job presents.

As a carrier or owner-operator, you spend a lot of time on the road. Often, success depends on having the right trucker tools available at any given moment.

Between 2017 and 2018, the top ten heavy-haul providers saw a 33% increase in revenue. While the COVID-19 pandemic briefly brought the economy to a crawl, the heavy haul trucking industry recovered quickly.

If you’re a carrier or owner-operator in the trucking industry, you’ve no doubt experienced major gaps in cash flow between deliveries. In fact, the industry average is about 30–45 days to receive payment — with some taking as long as 90 days to pay.

When you follow the right steps, you can get your freight broker license efficiently and establish a great foundation for your freight brokerage business.