Flatbed report: Tariff-driven pull-forward drives up April’s truckload ton-mile index

In April 2025, the seasonally adjusted Trucking Ton-Mile Index (TTMI), authored by Professor Jason Miller and Yemisi Bolumole at Michigan.

DAT Monthly Broker Newsletter: Staying strong through produce season

From the desk of David Scandlyn, Director of Broker Sales. For those I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet.

The science of freight procurement: How shippers and brokers can use data to make smarter bids

Freight procurement is a critical process for both shippers and brokers. Every year, companies work to secure transportation at the.

Flatbed report: Manufacturing contracts in May for the third consecutive month

The Manufacturing PMI dipped to 48.5 percent in May, falling from April’s 48.7 percent, as reported in the Manufacturing ISM.

Reefer report: Food prices are up, but not because of tariffs

Food prices are rising ahead of Independence Day, but not because of tariffs—inflation and supply-demand dynamics are the main drivers.

Dry van report: The future looks bright for recreational travel amidst economic uncertainty

Driving through Indiana on I-80, the sheer number of RVs near Elkhart, the “RV Capital of the World,” was striking.

Fraud on the rise and how to stay protected

As we hit the halfway point of 2025, U.S. businesses are facing a sharp rise in supply chain fraud.

Reefer report: The sweetest of seasons has arrived

The U.S. cherry season starts in mid-May in California, moving to the Pacific Northwest for its peak from June to.

Flatbed report: Tariffs and economic anxiety weigh on farm equipment sales

Canadian agricultural tractor sales saw a 3.4% increase year-to-date through April, with 4-wheel-drive tractors surging by 46.3%.

Dry van report: Contract freight tonnage slips in April

US truck freight tonnage experienced a 0.3% decline in April 2025, following a 1.5% decrease in March.

Reefer report: Trade policy expected to alter freight networks for agricultural imports

Agricultural imports are a crucial driver of year-round freight demand, especially for reefer and port-connected truckload carriers.

Dry van report: Truckload volumes into the Arizona desert are heating up

According to data from the Commerce Department, Arizona is recognized as the capital of foreign trade zones in the United.