With LaneMakers, shippers can explore DAT’s vast capacity network, gaining insights into carriers' truck postings and searches activity.

  • ACCESS HIDDEN CAPACITY: Discover truckload and partial capacity, even on challenging lanes.
  • OPTIMIZE COSTS: Find carriers aligned with your network for potential savings.
  • STREAMLINED ONBOARDING: Access safety and insurance records quickly for efficient onboarding.

How to access LaneMakers from DAT One Web

  1. Navigate to one.dat.com.
  2. From the left-hand side menu, click on Tools, then select LaneMakers.

How to access LaneMakers from DAT iQ

  1. Navigate to iq.dat.com.
  2. From the left-hand side menu, click on More Tools, then select LaneMakers.

Setting up your Search

  1. Select Report Type: Choose Carrier Activity to view load searches and postings by carriers.
  2. Origin and Destination: Enter your start and end locations, like Dallas to Chicago, or leave one open-ended to broaden results.
  3. Load and Equipment Type: Choose from full, partial, or both for load types, and select your equipment type, such as a van or flatbed. You can select multiple equipment types if you have flexible needs.
  4. Timeframe and Market Size: The default is 30 days, but you can extend for harder-to-cover lanes.

Once search parameters are set, click Search. LaneMakers will display up to the top 30 carriers based on postings and searches, providing actionable data on each carrier, including:

  • Number of load searches
  • Number of truck postings
  • Company information: name, contact, and location
  • Types of equipment posted

Additional Features

Use the Kebab Menu (three dots) next to each carrier to:

  • Add carriers to Preferred or Blocked lists
  • Leave reviews
  • View carrier profiles