DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Less than ten days after Hurricane Harvey, trucks are already moving freight out of Houston, with almost the same volume as before the storm. Houston is also a major freight hub for rail and sea traffic, as well as trucking, including trade with Mexico by land and with South America and other regions by sea. It could take months.

Freight 70

Freight Houston Louisiana Atlanta 70

DAT Solutions

OCTOBER 30, 2018

This trend repeats every year, as consumer goods from Asia arrive at the ports and begin the eastward journey to regional distribution centers throughout the country. Contract carriers are busy with their regularly scheduled hauls, so a lot of the late-arriving freight gets tendered to brokers and 3PLs. Hot Markets.

Los Angeles 70

Los Angeles Denver Columbus Oklahoma City 70

DAT Solutions

MARCH 21, 2018

Expect a surge of spot market freight next week, as shippers rush to close the quarter on a high note, while refrigerated trucks move last-minute food for Easter. The holiday also coincides with the start of the penalty phase of the ELD mandate, so capacity may tighten up as drivers become even more careful to avoid HOS violations.

Boston 70

Boston Oklahoma City Houston Oklahoma 70