packattack3000

Hey All -

Had to upgrade my Truckstop account this morning due to DAT being down again.

Obviously we have loads that get covered with an e-mail or phone call with routine partners, but we still have other open opportunities we need to blast out into the world for options.

Do carriers ACTUALLY use Truckstop? What is the "back-up" load board if DAT is down?

Of course internal 3PL boards are great, but I'm a broker and don't have access to those myself.

Just curious what the rest of the industry gravitates towards outside of DAT.

Thanks!

Hello All -

One of my brokers gave a carrier with team drivers a load yesterday. Pick at 1400, deliver next day at 0700, 1170 miles away.

1170 miles overnight is near impossible overnight, even with the team. Carrier assured broker they could make it and there wouldn't be any issues at the time of booking. Broker says he did not push carrier into the load or appointment, and even said he didn't think they could make it. Carrier loaded and rolling at 1640 yesterday, called in this morning with an ETA to the receiver of 1500.

Now, Carrier is pissed because the receiver doesn't want to unload until next week. Causing an issue with my customer and their receiver.

Who's at fault here - the

Afternoon All -

Wondering if anyone in this sub is a Freightwaves SONAR user?

I've been through the demo once or twice. It's definitely intriguing, but it's also very expensive.

I'm not sure if the 'real-time' rates are worth the cost, or if it's just the shiny new toy in the market and I'm going to get the same rate info out of a DAT, ITS, Cargo Chief, etc.

Almost made it to the weekend! Good luck out there at month end!

Morning All - Happy Friday

Broker here

Have had a couple of carriers throughout the last month or so reach out about changing MC numbers.

Both MC's are active for over 1 year, both common authority w/ no brokerage authority. No Carrier 411 reports or issues on either. Some marks against HOS and safety on SaferWatch, but nothing over the top. Mid size carrier, 100+ trucks. Same contacts and e-mail addresses. Haven't had any issues with them hauling some of our freight in the past.

Just curious what the benefits of this would be from a carrier's perspective?

Does this sound shady?

What questions should I be asking them?

Any guidance/advise is appreciated. Thanks!