Christopher Thornycroft dives into this week’s logistics landscape, marked by weather disruptions and rising rates. From a 9:1 DAT load-to-truck ratio—the third highest since 2017—to severe storms sweeping through the Northeast and Southeast, capacity constraints are ramping up.
Key Highlights:
- Severe weather is disrupting freight routes across the U.S., with storms expected to impact Houston, Louisiana, Georgia, and the Carolinas this week.
- Rising rates continue: January marks the 6th consecutive month of DAT spot rate increases and 4 months of growth in the Cass Freight Linehaul Index.
Catch the full rundown for insights on how the industry is bracing for these challenges!
