CHICAGO, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Datatruck, the AI-native transportation management system (TMS) for carriers and freight brokers, today announced a free, seven-day trial that gives every new carrier or fleet full access to its platform. Carriers who enroll can run dispatch, invoicing, tracking and Datatruck's AI tools exactly as full customers do, evaluating the complete system before making any commitments.
The launch coincides with a long-awaited market recovery for carriers after nearly four years of depressed conditions. American Trucking Associations chief economist Bob Costello has described the shift as a supply-driven recovery tied to capacity leaving the market rather than a surge in demand alone. C.H. Robinson's September 2026 freight market update projects dry van truckload rates rising roughly 30 percent year over year in 2026, with route guide depth averaging 1.35 across North America in August, a sign that capacity remains tight as demand firms.For carriers navigating fluctuating freight cycles, investing in these types of tools to plan, price and manage their fleets remains crucial in both lean and recovering markets.
"While persistent fuel volatility continues to put pressure on operational costs, the net direction of trucking rates signals an undeniable turning point for fleet profitability,” said Shah Rahmanov, CEO and Co-Founder, Datatruck. "In a complex logistics environment, smart automation turns market momentum into real profit margin. We want every fleet to test our AI capabilities risk-free right now and build momentum for the long haul."
The trial reflects Datatruck's position that a free evaluation period should mirror the full paying experience rather than offer a limited preview of it. Carriers of any size, from small regional fleets to larger multi-terminal operations, receive the same seven days of access to the platform's dispatch, billing and AI-assisted tools.
After seven days, free trials automatically transition to Datatruck’s free plan, preserving core functions for carriers. An in-platform countdown keeps you informed every step of the way. To maintain complete feature access, paid plans start at $99/month and scale to your fleet size and functionality needs.
"Every feature in this platform started with a dispatcher or fleet owner conversation about what was costing them money," said Jordan Kidd, Head of Product at Datatruck. "That matters more right now than it did two years ago. Rates are moving in carriers' favor for the first time in a long while, and the fleets that take full advantage of this market will be the ones running on better information and better processes. Giving every carrier the same seven days of full access, regardless of fleet size, is how we make sure more carriers reap the rewards."
Datatruck opened the seven day-trial to new sign ups on September 29th. More information and access to the free trial is available at www.datatruck.io.
About Datatruck
Datatruck is the AI-native TMS built for carriers and the brokers who work with them. With more than 150 integrations, open API connectivity, and a full suite of AI capabilities including TruckGPT, AI Dispatcher, and AI Updater, Datatruck is the TMS built for how the trucking industry operates now and in the future. Learn more at www.datatruck.io.
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