Refrigerated Freight Report
June 30, 2026
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National Fuel Averages
June 15 - June 19
$5.21
June 22 - June 26
$5.06
Current
$4.83
Freight Region Report
Arizona
Melon shipments are going to compete
with Southern California for coverage.
Anticipate inconsistencies.
California (Northern)
Drivers are heading home for the holiday
weekend. Produce shipments from Central
California are extremely competitive.
California (Southern)
Rates will rise across California. Carriers will want
top dollar to run cross-country shipments. Volatility
is expected.
Eastern United States
Difficult conditions are ahead across
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the
Northeast. Carriers are leaving this
region and heading home. Availability
is declining.
Georgia
All parts are going to present challenges.
Utilizing backups is necessary. Outbound
lanes will take more effort.
Florida (Northern)
All parts are going to present challenges.
Utilizing backups is necessary. Outbound
lanes will take more effort.
Florida (Southern)
Attempt to keep rates in line with
last week. So far, the area is neutral
but can shift at any moment.
Idaho
Longer deadheads will develop. Drivers
willing to work will cost a premium.
Midwest
Capacity is shifting throughout the region. All
states are tightening, with Michigan moving the
most. It will take a couple of weeks to normalize.
New York
As neighboring states turn limited,
New York will follow suit. Demand is
rising statewide.
North Carolina
Hurting for coverage as volumes elevate.
Relief won't occur until Florida and Georgia
improve.
Oregon
Try booking spot loads in advance before weekend shipment costs elevate.
South Carolina
Hurting for coverage as volumes elevate.
Relief won't occur until Florida and Georgia improve.
Texas
Maintain reliable carriers when possible.
South Texas will become very challenging
as the week progresses.
Washington
Try booking spot loads in advance before weekend shipment costs elevate.