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If you’ve ever been to dat.com, you know that load-to-truck ratio is an important concept. It’s a term you’ll see a lot on their site, and you’ll come across throughout the trucking industry, but even so, many people aren’t sure …

According to the latest report from DAT Trendlines, van rates achieved a new record high of $2.45 per mile during the July 4th holiday week. While DAT is predicting that the latest record is a momentary peak and that the …

It’s no surprise but, with record heat waves hitting the country, reefer markets continue to trend upward. According to a post at DAT.com, the reefer spot market rates were at their highest ever point at $2.69/mile. That means that the …

Motor Carriers, whether they are fully independent drivers, drivers working full or part-time for a larger company, or small fleets that operate a number of trucks at once, are small businesses. It doesn’t matter if you own or lease your …

As reported by the American Journal of Transportation, the Central Oregon Truck Company has announced a new pay structure for its drivers known as “Weekly Driver Salary Pay.” When the new scheme goes into effect, drivers will earn a weekly …

U.S. Xpress, the country’s fifth largest asset-based truckload carrier by revenue, has officially launched its initial public offering, with 18,056,000 shares of its Class A common stock. A team of U.S. Xpress executives, along with family members, gathered at the …

Daimler is in the news again, this time with two big announcements regarding its trucking business. According to Business Insider, the German auto company unveiled a pair of electric semi trucks that it intends to mass-produce beginning in 2021. They …

Saint John Fuel Card vs. BP Fuel Cards [table id=2 responsive=scroll /] What are the features of BP Fuel Cards?  ExxonMobil is one of the world’s top ten largest oil and gas companies, and one of the most popular brands …

Saint John Fuel Card vs. Shell Fuel Cards [table id=3 responsive=scroll /] What are the major features of Shell Fuel Cards?  While Shell is a British and Dutch conglomerate, its stations are highly recognizable in the United States, with one …