The national average van rate hit $1.98 for dry vans last week. That's 4¢ per mile above the December average and higher than any monthly rate since 2018. Reefer rates rose as well, but flatbeds lost 4¢ per mile. Load counts rose in high-volume lanes for vans, and declined for reefers and flatbeds, compared to the previous week. Volumes were much lower than in the run-up to Christmas, however. For more info on lane rates, read t
The charts below show the national average rates for the month to date, including fuel surcharges.
Stagnant truck freight fundamentals in 2024 are continuing to suppress U.S. trailer demand. Total trailer build decreased by 3% m/m and 39% y/y in August, totaling just 17,535 units. This…
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