Flatbed Report: Steel plants drive more volume for Memphis flatbed carriers
Memphis is known as the “Supply Chain Capital of the World” and “America’s Distribution Center,” a strategically centered transportation hub
Bringing the doctor’s clinic to truckers on the road
During a recent stop at a major truck stop on Interstate 90 in upstate New York, I was pleasantly surprised
Flatbed Report: Gary steel mills continue to roll out more freight
On the southern shores of Lake Michigan is one of North America’s largest integrated steel mills and generator of a substantial volume of steel for flatbed carriers.
Reefer Report: Keeping dry freight from freezing in winter
As winter sets in, shippers will increasingly add freeze protection or protect-from-freeze (PFF) to bills of lading to keep traditional dry freight from freezing.
Dry Van Report: More drivers needed in 2024
When the current freight market cycle ends and the next one begins, one thing is for sure: We’ll need more drivers and trucks.
The 2023 freight market was five years in the making
Last year will go down in the books like 2019 did – an unprofitable year for carriers with the usual twists and turns.
Drivers: Don’t neglect your mental health
Truckers have enough on their plate. It’s easy to overlook something as important as mental health. Almost 28% of truckers
Truckers are uniquely positioned to help stop human trafficking – here’s how to help
Human trafficking exploits individuals into forced labor or sex trade through deception or force. Traffickers frequent truck stops, rest areas,
Weekly market update for January 9th, 2024
On last year’s final DAT iQ show, we spoke to industry experts Professor Chris Caplice and Professor Jason Miller about
Flatbed Report: The 2023 bridge report is in, and it’s rough
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) analysis of the recently released 2023 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) National
Reefer report: A watery start to the onion season spikes PNW volume and prices
Two West Coast hurricanes in August and October have resulted in higher onion prices in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) in
Dry van report: Chinese New Year – the Year of the Dragon
The first quarter, or “Quiet Season” in freight, is also impacted by a slowdown in Asian imports. Except for 2020,