Category: Rate Trend of the Week

It’s been a slow spring for fresh produce, but there are some hot spots, especially in the southernmost states. Freight volumes surged about 25% out

After declining for several weeks, van rates seem to have turned a corner. The national average rate for May so far is $1.82/mi., which is

Although van freight volumes recovered following Easter week, it wasn’t enough to boost the national average van rate, which remains at $1.81/mi. That’s 4¢ below

Expectations of a post-Easter rebound failed to materialize in reefer produce freight last week. Truckload demand in Florida continued to build, especially late in the

After a strong first quarter, flatbed freight has slowed in April. It’s been a wet month throughout the country, and there’s been a slowdown in

If you have a reefer trailer, you can be sure to find a load in Southeastern Georgia this week. The load-to-truck ratio jumped from 7

Last week started with solid demand, but activity tapered off as Good Friday and the Easter weekend approached. Load-to-truck ratios peaked on Tuesday for all

Despite an increase in freight volumes, national average rates slipped again last week for vans and reefers. Even the arrival of produce season in several

While van and reefer rates saw a decline in March compared to February, flatbed loads bucked the trend, making gains in both freight volumes and

It’s still early in the spring, but the refrigerated truckload sector is not picking up any momentum yet. I wouldn’t say spring was canceled, but

It looks like we’ll have to wait a little longer for a spring surge. The spot market appeared heading for a rebound early in March,