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Talk Business & Politics: Report: Signs of recovery emerge in freight industry
Mar 12, 2024
The freight industry is cautiously optimistic this year following a challenging 2023, according to a new report. Still, some industry metrics are signaling the beginnings of a recovery amid a lingering freight recession.
Transport Topics: Navigating Volatility: Advanced Analytics in Transportation
Mar 11, 2024
In today's landscape of shifting business priorities and global market trends, transportation and logistics have become pivotal battlegrounds. Access to advanced analytics often decides who wins those competitions.
Supply Chain Dive: Shippers should lock in trucking rates soon: experts
Mar 07, 2024
Carrier executives are beginning to show optimism for a rate recovery, which could mean rising costs for customers.
The Loadstar: Contract-shy BCOs eye a shift to index-linked pricing
Mar 07, 2024
Shippers have been reluctant to sign new contracts with ocean carriers, citing uncertainty about the market outlook and volatility – and some argue it’s time to move to index-linked pricing.
Land Line Now: Podcast: Tennessee ends split speed limits on I-81
Mar 06, 2024
The Tennessee DOT has reversed course on split speed limits for passenger vehicles and commercial trucks on a 22-mile stretch of Interstate 81.
Fleet Owner: Class 8 truck orders up year over year
Mar 06, 2024
Demand for Class 8 vehicles remained strong in February as the freight industry begins its slow recovery, according to preliminary data from ACT Research and FTR Transportation Intelligence.
Fleet Owner: 2024 won’t get much worse for trucking, analyst says
Mar 05, 2024
While trucking faced a challenging year in 2023, an industry-leading analyst says the good news is the market probably won’t get worse in 2024.
For Construction Pros: ACT Research: Data Suggests a 2024 Trucking Recovery
Mar 05, 2024
ACT Research recently came out with data on the trucking industry and the inventory cycle. This information can provide a glance into what the next few months of 2024 might look like.
Bigg Vic TV: How to book Box Truck Loads Using DAT One Load Board in 2024
Mar 04, 2024
Here is how you can start using DAT One load board to book more loads for your box truck business in 2024. Get your popcorn and notepad ready. Or add this video to your favorites.
Produce Grower: Rolling with the flow
Mar 01, 2024
Horticulture is demanding logistically compared to other types of freight, as hauling plants or supplies is different from moving a load of dish soap or t-shirts. Multi-stop routes and special handling requirements present unique challenges alongside broader concerns like finding qualified drivers, note industry onlookers.