Christmas is Over. Why Are There So Many Loads?
Lots of people like to take vacation during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Business is usually pretty
Peggy Dorf
Peggy joined DAT in 2008 as a writer and market analyst. She was instrumental in developing DAT Trendlines, and she writes extensively about the impact of economic trends on companies and individuals in transportation and logistics. Peggy is a Certified Transportation Broker with decades of experience in technology marketing and an MBA from the Wharton School.
Expect Van Rates to Peak in December
Van rates dropped 3¢ per mile as a national average last week, which is not the best news. However, the
Snow Drives Rates Up, as Fleet Productivity Slips
You know it’s gonna be bad when the storms have names. First it was Caly, and next came Winter Storm
Van Rates and Volumes Slip From Seasonal Peak
Van rates fell 3¢ last week, from a rare early November peak. The national average adjusted down to $1.67 per
Christmas Trees Boost Rates in Unexpected Places
Across the country, load-truck ratios are rocketing up in areas that produce and ship Christmas trees, with ratios as high
Post-Hurricane Floods Boost Rates in Southeast for Vans, Not Flatbeds
Freight started moving into Florida again last week, due to pent-up demand following Hurricane Matthew. Van load volume and rates
California Freight Heats Up, Spurred By Hanjin Collapse
Spot market activity often ramps up in the West during the fall season, but there’s added pressure this month. Hanjin
Van and Reefer Rates Start September on a High Note
Good news, everyone! Freight volume AND RATES got a healthy boost last week for all equipment types. Vans got the
What is the Load-to-Truck Ratio?
We write about the load-to-truck ratio a lot on this blog, but we don’t always explain it. Sometimes a customer
Van and Reefer Load Volumes Rise, as Flatbeds Falter
Van and reefer volume increased last week, although rates were unchanged as a national average. Flatbed volume and rates continued
August Reefers Trade Melons for Onions
I watch load board trends and truckload rates for a living. That’s what I do. I’m not on the road
Van Rates Peak in July, Flatbed Prices Rise in Southeast
Spot market freight showed signs of renewed life last week, even though rates slipped lower compared to the week before