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Flatbed report: Truckload demand posts its second successive quarter of improvement

Seasonally adjusted trucking ton-mileage improved for the second consecutive quarter in Q1 2025, showing a 0.3% increase quarter-over-quarter and a

Flatbed report: Large construction project commencement dates start to slip

Amid recent fluctuating tariff announcements, “economic uncertainty” is a prominent concern in the trucking industry. Despite U.S. tariffs largely exempting

Reefer report: The old school buses are loaded and watermelon season is underway

Watermelon season in the U.S. generally runs from late spring through early fall, with regional variations that extend the availability

Dry van report: Large truckload carriers continue to trim their fleet size

Large U.S. truckload carriers are reducing the capacity of their fleets even further, trying to align with demand, which has

Recap: Benchmarking for brokerage peak season

May’s jam-packed webinar with TIA, titled “Benchmarking for Better Decisions Optimizing Your Brokerage for Peak Season,” showcased strategies for brokers

DAT Monthly Broker Newsletter: The last stretch of spring

From the desk of Mike Weaver, VP of Sales and Partnerships We knew that 2025 had surprises in store, but

Dry van report: Counteracting forces move the Logistics Managers Index higher in April

The April Logistics Manager’s Index (LMI) recorded a slight increase to 58.8, indicating expansion in the logistics industry, influenced by

Reefer report: After a late start, Strawberry shipments spring back

Contributing to lower truckload volumes in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, is lower California volumes at the start of

Flatbed report: Tariffs take their toll on residential housing construction

The latest data reveals a worrying trend in U.S. single-family homebuilding, which experienced a decline in April. This downturn is

Staying Profitable Amidst Volatility: A Guide for Freight Brokers

Uncertainty can shake up the freight industry. For brokers, the current landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. Volatility in volumes

Transform freight payments with DAT and Outgo

We’re reshaping freight payments to make them simpler, faster, and more transparent.

Flatbed report: The Inland Empire, a fast-growing region for residential housing

As of March 2025, recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates that housing starts have experienced a significant decline,