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Asian imports turn up the heat for vans on the West Coast

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This trend repeats every year, as consumer goods from Asia arrive at the ports and begin the eastward journey to regional distribution centers throughout the country. Contract carriers are busy with their regularly scheduled hauls, so a lot of the late-arriving freight gets tendered to brokers and 3PLs. Hot Markets.

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Van Rates May Spring Ahead Very Soon

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Expect a surge of spot market freight next week, as shippers rush to close the quarter on a high note, while refrigerated trucks move last-minute food for Easter. The holiday also coincides with the start of the penalty phase of the ELD mandate, so capacity may tighten up as drivers become even more careful to avoid HOS violations.

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