The market signal
Cass Information Systems’ July roundup reports a June national average dry-van spot rate of $3.10 compared with a $2.89 contract rate. The review connects the crossover to tightening capacity and stronger carrier pricing power.
Gross is not net
A quoted rate must still cover fuel, insurance, truck payments, maintenance, tolls, deadhead, factoring, permits and taxes. A high-paying load can be unprofitable if it ends in a weak outbound market or requires excessive detention.
Owner-operator takeaway
Compare revenue per total mile including deadhead, verify broker authority and credit, read the rate confirmation before dispatch and never sacrifice hours-of-service compliance for a stronger rate.
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