Spot Market Insights
February 18, 2025
Van spot rates decrease in the latest week
Total broker-posted spot market rates in the Truckstop system ticked up marginally during the week ended February 14 (week 6), but rates for dry van and refrigerated equipment continued to decline mostly in line with seasonal expectations. Dry van spot rates were at their lowest level since late September, and refrigerated spot rates fell to their lowest level since April. Flatbed spot rates continued their general firming in 2025 and were at their highest level since late October.
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