On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Dean Croke, former owner-operator, current Principal Market Analyst at DAT Freight & Analytics, and owner of the legendary Peterbilt show truck The Grumpy Pete. With over 2 million miles of over-the-road experience, Dean brings firsthand knowledge and data-driven insight to today’s freight landscape. Topics covered in this in-depth conversation include: Why May imports saw a sharp decline after months of front-loading to avoid tariffs How grilling season continues to drive demand despite inflation and changing consumer habits The slower-than-expected start to produce season and what it means for reefer freight and rates A look at the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” — the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal crashes, especially among teen drivers, spike dramatic ...