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Here's the latest on freight rates and hot routes as we look forward to Q3. Get insights from experts on navigating the summer season.
As summer rolls in, you've got to stay on top of what's moving where in the freight world. Here’s a reminder of what you need to watch (from Kay Jablonski, Trucker Tools CEO):
Among the fireworks and BBQs, July is also a prime time for freight, especially in the Northeast and Midwest. Jablonski fills us in on why this month is a big deal:
Now, let's talk numbers. Kevin Hill’s breakdown from Farelanes LLC shows:
Hill revealed the consensus at a recent panel at the Broker Carrier Summit was that we're nudging up to a possible upturn, but "the floor may be more like a bowling lane alley rather than a basketball."
As the freight heats up for summer, prepare for a mixed bag. With the rates taking a slight dip, it's going to be a season of smart moves. Get your plans rolling, stay alert to the lanes that light up, and maybe, just maybe, we'll all strike big as we navigate through the season's shifts.
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