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2017 in Review: Disruptions Drive Rates Up

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We haven't seen three consecutive quarters of 3% GDP growth since 2005. companies also ratcheted up manufacturing of petroleum byproducts, including plastic resins, which typically move in vans. Hurricane Harvey had the biggest impact on freight because Houston is a nexus for rail and sea traffic as well as trucking.