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Flatbed Volume and Rates Gain Traction in June
Flatbed freight volume and rates gained some traction in June, after a couple of slow months. Texas had the biggest
California Reefer Freight Starts to Heat Up
Reefer rates rose 10¢ per mile in June, compared to May, landing at $2.12, the highest monthly average in almost
CSA Scores To Remain Hidden for Now
The National Academy of Sciences just released its long-awaited study of the FMCSA’s Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) program. The
Van Ratios and Rates Hit Record Highs at End of Quarter
Friday was the end of the second quarter, and also the start of the July 4th holiday weekend. The combination
Reefers Gain Momentum, Especially in Georgia
Georgia beat out Texas to become the number-one state for reefer loads last week, with California as a distant third.
Southern States are Red-Hot for Vans
Freight volume continues to be strong for vans, especially in the South, where some rough weather disrupted freight movements last
Posting Trucks and the 80/20 Rule
There’s one piece of advice that I’d give to any carrier running the spot market. It’s advice that can significantly
Reefer Demand Dips, But Rates Don't
Although load-to-truck ratios for reefers dipped last week, rates held steady at their highest point in almost two years. Load-to-truck
Reefer Demand Dips, But Not Rates
Although load-to-truck ratios for reefers dipped last week, rates held steady, remaining at their highest point in nearly two years.
fer Demand Dips, But Not Rates
Although load-to-truck ratios for reefers dipped last week, rates held steady, remaining at their highest point in nearly two years.
Van Rates Remain at 2-Year Highs
For the second week in a row, national average van rates remained at their highest level in nearly two years.
Carrier TMS Improves Trucking Efficiency and Profitability
Like it or not, trucking has become a data-driven business for carriers large and small. Knowing which customers and which
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