Month: August 2026

“But what happens when it breaks?” Fair question. It’s the one that keeps a lot of operations stuck with a tape measure. So here’s the honest answer. FreightSnap dimensioners are built solid-state – no external moving parts, plug-and-play components. That alone means far less that can go wrong. But when something does need attention: –… Continue reading “But what happens when it breaks?” – Here’s the honest answer.

Freight markets have turned before. What stands out this time is what’s driving the change. This isn’t primarily a demand story. Retail freight is soft. So are housing and automotive. Most of the recent rate growth is coming from tighter capacity, the result of several years of carriers leaving the market, plus stricter qualification standards… Continue reading A capacity-driven recovery looks different than everyone expected

Dry van spot linehaul averaged $2.32 per mile this week, minus fuel, down 2.4%, or $0.06 per mile, from the prior week. Rates ran 42.1%, or $0.68 per mile, year over year and held 30.0%, or $0.53 per mile, above the nine-year seasonal average of $1.78 per mile, near the top of the historical range.… Continue reading Dry Van Report: Spot rates ease as summer freight demand softens

Reefer spot linehaul averaged $2.65 per mile this week, minus fuel, down 2.6%, or $0.07 per mile, from the prior week. Rates ran 37.7%, or $0.73 per mile, year over year and held 28.5%, or $0.59 per mile, above the nine-year seasonal average of $2.08 per mile, near the top of the historical range. All… Continue reading Reefer Report: Spot rates slip but hold near the top of the range