Spot Market Insights - August 11, 2025
Van spot rates mixed in the latest week
For the first time in eight weeks, broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop.com system for dry van and refrigerated equipment moved in opposite directions during the week ended August 8 (week 31). Refrigerated spot rates posted a modest increase for a second straight week while dry van rates declined after rising for the first time in four weeks during the previous week. Flatbed spot rates declined marginally. Spot rates continue to move largely according to seasonal expectations.
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