Backhaul - What is a backhaul load in trucking?

In the trucking industry, a 'backhaul' refers to the cargo a truck driver picks up for the return journey after delivering the initial load. For instance, if a trucker delivers a load from New York to California, they wouldn't return empty. Instead, they would pick up a 'backhaul' load from California, destined for New York or any place along the route.