New DAT Copilot Program and university courses for owner-operators and freight brokers

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DAT expands business offerings with the introduction of Copilot and DAT University

March 27, 2025

DAT Freight & Analytics is supporting aspiring owner-operators and freight brokers through the new DAT Copilot Authority Program and DAT University, offering guidance on regulations and skills for success.

Jenna Hume

DAT Freight & Analytics recently introduced two new services to help aspiring owner-operators and freight brokers launch and grow their businesses.

Copilot Authority Program

The DAT Copilot Authority Program offers coaching to new business owners on navigating the process of obtaining federal motor carrier authority. Copilot guides users through every step, including:

Meeting liability and cargo insurance requirements
Applying for a USDOT number, BOC-3, and registering with the Unified Registration System
Complying with fuel taxes, vehicle registration, Heavy Vehicle Use Tax, FMCSA drug and alcohol tests, and more
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“Many new trucking company owners and brokers feel overwhelmed by the legal and administrative hurdles of starting a business,” Christian Greiner, senior director of the carrier business at DAT Freight & Analytics, said. “With Copilot, DAT provides guidance and helps manage the paperwork so you can build a trustworthy carrier profile and focus on finding freight.”

DAT University

DAT University offers free online business courses for carriers and brokers, complementing DAT’s product training programs. The first two courses are available now:

Road Ready: Preparing for a Successful Truck Driving Career: Covers essential skills and certifications for truckers entering the industry.
Road to Success: How Route Planning Drives Profit: Teaches owner-operators how to optimize route planning based on geography, traffic, weather, and market conditions.

Several additional courses will be released in the coming weeks, including:

Trucking 101: How to Start a Trucking Company: Provides the insights and tools necessary to navigate the trucking landscape and build a new business from the ground up.
Maximizing Your Profits on the Road: A Guide for Truckers: Equips independent owner-operators and small-fleet owners with strategies to help cut costs, streamline operations, and reinvest in their business.

About the Author

Jenna Hume | Digital Editor

Digital Editor Jenna Hume joined FleetOwner in November of 2o23 and previously worked as a writer in the gaming industry. She has a bachelor of fine arts degree in creative writing from Truman State University and a master of fine arts degree in writing from Lindenwood University. She is currently based in Missouri.