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What Is the Average Freight Rate Per Mile and Why Does It Change?
What Is the Average Freight Rate Per Mile and Why Does It Change?

What Is the Average Freight Rate Per Mile and Why Does It Change?

For carriers, owner-operators, freight brokers, and shippers, understanding the average freight rate per mile is essential for making profitable transportation decisions. Freight rates directly influence operating margins, shipping budgets, lane…
Understanding Freight Rate Trends and What Causes Rates to Change
Understanding Freight Rate Trends and What Causes Rates to Change

Understanding Freight Rate Trends and What Causes Rates to Change

Freight pricing is rarely static. Rates can rise or fall quickly depending on fuel prices, available truck capacity, seasonal demand, weather, regional imbalances, and broader economic conditions. For carriers, brokers,…
What Is Automated Freight Pricing and Why Does It Matter?
What Is Automated Freight Pricing and Why Does It Matter?

What Is Automated Freight Pricing and Why Does It Matter?

The freight industry has always depended on accurate pricing. Carriers need profitable rates, brokers need competitive quotes, and shippers need transportation costs they can plan around. Traditionally, freight pricing has…
What Is Freight Broker Rate Software and How Does It Help Brokers?
What Is Freight Broker Rate Software and How Does It Help Brokers?

What Is Freight Broker Rate Software and How Does It Help Brokers?

Freight brokers operate in a fast-moving industry where accurate pricing can determine whether a load is profitable or becomes a costly mistake. Rates can change based on fuel costs, available…
What Is a Freight Rate API and How Does It Work?
What Is a Freight Rate API and How Does It Work?

What Is a Freight Rate API and How Does It Work?

In today’s fast-moving transportation industry, access to accurate freight pricing information can make a major difference in how efficiently shippers, carriers, brokers, and logistics companies operate. Manually comparing rates across…
Why Carriers Are Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Load Board Rates
Why Carriers Are Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Load Board Rates

Why Carriers Are Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Load Board Rates

For many carriers, load boards have long been an essential part of finding available freight, filling empty miles, and keeping trucks moving. Traditional load boards provide access to thousands of…
Best DAT Alternative for Freight Rate Analysis: Key Features to Compare
Best DAT Alternative for Freight Rate Analysis: Key Features to Compare

Best DAT Alternative for Freight Rate Analysis: Key Features to Compare

Finding the right DAT freight rates alternative can make a major difference in how carriers, brokers, dispatchers, and shippers evaluate freight opportunities. Freight pricing changes constantly based on lane demand,…
Lane Pricing Software Explained: How Smarter Freight Rates Are Built
Lane Pricing Software Explained: How Smarter Freight Rates Are Built

Lane Pricing Software Explained: How Smarter Freight Rates Are Built

Freight pricing has always been one of the most challenging parts of transportation management. Rates can change quickly depending on capacity, fuel costs, seasonal demand, origin and destination markets, equipment…
Flatbed Spot Rates Explained: What Drives Daily Freight Pricing?
Flatbed Spot Rates Explained: What Drives Daily Freight Pricing?

Flatbed Spot Rates Explained: What Drives Daily Freight Pricing?

Flatbed trucking plays an essential role in moving construction materials, machinery, steel, lumber, equipment, and oversized freight across the country. Unlike standard dry van shipments, flatbed loads often require specialized…
Refrigerated Freight Rates Explained: Key Factors That Affect Pricing
Refrigerated Freight Rates Explained: Key Factors That Affect Pricing

Refrigerated Freight Rates Explained: Key Factors That Affect Pricing

Shipping temperature-sensitive products requires more planning, specialized equipment, and operational control than standard dry freight. Whether you are moving fresh produce, frozen food, pharmaceuticals, dairy products, or other perishable goods,…
The Complete Guide to Calculating Trucking Costs and Freight Rates
The Complete Guide to Calculating Trucking Costs and Freight Rates

The Complete Guide to Calculating Trucking Costs and Freight Rates

Calculating trucking costs accurately is one of the most important parts of running a profitable transportation business. Whether you are a carrier, owner-operator, freight broker, or shipper, understanding how freight…
A Beginner’s Guide to Freight Rates, Cost Per Mile, and Load Pricing: Dry Van Spot Rates Today & Current Truckload Rates
A Beginner’s Guide to Freight Rates, Cost Per Mile, and Load Pricing: Dry Van Spot Rates Today & Current Truckload Rates

A Beginner’s Guide to Freight Rates, Cost Per Mile, and Load Pricing: Dry Van Spot Rates Today & Current Truckload Rates

Understanding freight pricing can feel complicated when you are new to trucking, shipping, or freight brokerage. Rates can change from one lane to another and can move quickly depending on…
Verified vs Survey Rates: A Complete Guide for Carriers and Shippers
Verified vs Survey Rates: A Complete Guide for Carriers and Shippers

Verified vs Survey Rates: A Complete Guide for Carriers and Shippers

The freight industry runs on accurate pricing. Whether you're a carrier looking for profitable loads or a shipper trying to control transportation costs, the quality of rate data directly impacts…
What Is Backhaul Lane Pricing and Why Is It Important?
What Is Backhaul Lane Pricing and Why Is It Important?

What Is Backhaul Lane Pricing and Why Is It Important?

In freight transportation, every mile matters. While outbound loads often receive the most attention, the return trip can significantly impact profitability. Empty miles reduce revenue, increase fuel costs, and waste…
Top Factors That Affect Flatbed Freight Rates Per Mile
Top Factors That Affect Flatbed Freight Rates Per Mile

Top Factors That Affect Flatbed Freight Rates Per Mile

The flatbed trucking market plays a vital role in transporting oversized, heavy, and specialized freight across the country. From construction materials and machinery to steel coils and lumber, flatbed carriers…
Understanding Reefer Spot Rates and How They Change Daily
Understanding Reefer Spot Rates and How They Change Daily

Understanding Reefer Spot Rates and How They Change Daily

Moving temperature-sensitive freight is one of the most specialized segments of the trucking industry. Unlike standard dry van shipments, refrigerated transportation requires additional equipment, strict compliance with temperature requirements, and…
What Is a Competitive Dry Van Rate Per Mile?
What Is a Competitive Dry Van Rate Per Mile?

What Is a Competitive Dry Van Rate Per Mile?

In today's fast-moving freight industry, understanding what makes a dry van rate per mile competitive is essential for shippers, brokers, and carriers alike. Freight rates fluctuate daily based on market…
How to Calculate Trucking Rates Per Mile for Better Pricing
How to Calculate Trucking Rates Per Mile for Better Pricing

How to Calculate Trucking Rates Per Mile for Better Pricing

In today's competitive freight industry, pricing a load correctly can make the difference between a profitable trip and one that barely covers operating costs. Whether you're a carrier, owner-operator, freight…
What Is a Trucking Rate Index and Why Does It Matter in Logistics?
What Is a Trucking Rate Index and Why Does It Matter in Logistics?

What Is a Trucking Rate Index and Why Does It Matter in Logistics?

The transportation industry operates in a constantly changing market where fuel prices, demand fluctuations, capacity availability, and seasonal trends can impact shipping costs. For carriers, brokers, and shippers, understanding market…
Top Benefits of Using a Freight Rate Forecasting Tool for Better Decision-Making
Top Benefits of Using a Freight Rate Forecasting Tool for Better Decision-Making

Top Benefits of Using a Freight Rate Forecasting Tool for Better Decision-Making

In today's freight industry, transportation costs can change quickly due to market demand, fuel prices, seasonal fluctuations, weather disruptions, and capacity constraints. These constant changes make it difficult for shippers,…
Top Features to Look for in Freight Pricing AI Software
Top Features to Look for in Freight Pricing AI Software

Top Features to Look for in Freight Pricing AI Software

The transportation and logistics industry has become more competitive than ever. Freight rates fluctuate daily due to fuel costs, seasonal demand, capacity constraints, weather conditions, and economic changes. Companies that…
Top Features That Make Freight Bid Management Software More Efficient
Top Features That Make Freight Bid Management Software More Efficient

Top Features That Make Freight Bid Management Software More Efficient

The freight industry moves quickly, and pricing decisions can make the difference between winning or losing a shipment. Brokers, carriers, and shippers must respond to customer requests with speed while…
The Complete Guide to Freight Rate API Integration for Transportation Platforms
The Complete Guide to Freight Rate API Integration for Transportation Platforms

The Complete Guide to Freight Rate API Integration for Transportation Platforms

In today's fast-moving logistics industry, speed and accuracy determine whether a transportation business stays competitive or falls behind. Customers expect instant freight quotes, carriers need accurate pricing, and brokers require…
How to Choose the Best Truckstop Rates Alternative for Accurate Pricing
How to Choose the Best Truckstop Rates Alternative for Accurate Pricing

How to Choose the Best Truckstop Rates Alternative for Accurate Pricing

Freight pricing has become more data-driven than ever before. Carriers, brokers, and shippers rely on accurate market information to quote competitive rates, protect profit margins, and respond quickly to changing…
What Makes a Reliable DAT Freight Rates Alternative?
What Makes a Reliable DAT Freight Rates Alternative?

What Makes a Reliable DAT Freight Rates Alternative?

Freight pricing has become more complex than ever. Shippers, brokers, and carriers need accurate market intelligence to quote competitive rates, control transportation costs, and make confident business decisions. While DAT…
The Benefits of Using a Freight Spot Rate Tool for Faster Pricing Decisions
The Benefits of Using a Freight Spot Rate Tool for Faster Pricing Decisions

The Benefits of Using a Freight Spot Rate Tool for Faster Pricing Decisions

The freight industry moves quickly, and pricing decisions often need to be made within minutes. Whether you're a freight broker, carrier, or logistics provider, the ability to quote accurate rates…
Why Logistics Needs a Single Global Identifier — and Why Farelanes Is Already Built for It
Why Logistics Needs a Single Global Identifier — and Why Farelanes Is Already Built for It

Why Logistics Needs a Single Global Identifier — and Why Farelanes Is Already Built for It

Every few years, a new standard launches with the promise of fixing fragmentation. Yet the industry still ends up with multiple systems, multiple identifiers, and multiple versions of the truth.…
Cargo theft is accelerating at a pace the industry can’t ignore
Cargo theft is accelerating at a pace the industry can’t ignore

Cargo theft is accelerating at a pace the industry can’t ignore

Recent reports show a 27% year‑over‑year increase, with average losses approaching $202,000 per load. These aren’t isolated incidents — they reflect a broader shift in risk across the supply chain.…
Farelanes 3-Year Anniversary: The Next Era of Accurate, Verified Freight Pricing Intelligence
Farelanes 3-Year Anniversary: The Next Era of Accurate, Verified Freight Pricing Intelligence

Farelanes 3-Year Anniversary: The Next Era of Accurate, Verified Freight Pricing Intelligence

Building the Most Trusted Pricing Intelligence in Logistics Three years after launching, Farelanes remains committed to a mission that has never wavered: delivering the most trusted, most accurate, and most…
Navigating the New Truck Tariffs: What Logistics Leaders Need to Know
Navigating the New Truck Tariffs: What Logistics Leaders Need to Know

Navigating the New Truck Tariffs: What Logistics Leaders Need to Know

On November 1, a new 25% tariff will take effect on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States. Announced by President Trump, this policy marks a significant…
Securing the Supply Chain: Memphis’s Cargo Crisis and What It Means for the Industry
Securing the Supply Chain: Memphis’s Cargo Crisis and What It Means for the Industry

Securing the Supply Chain: Memphis’s Cargo Crisis and What It Means for the Industry

Memphis, Tennessee, sits at the heart of America’s freight network. It’s where Class I railroads converge, where FedEx powers one of the world’s busiest cargo airports, and where the Mississippi…
Farelanes Partners with E-Dispatcher to Deliver Real-Time Pricing and Load Visibility
Farelanes Partners with E-Dispatcher to Deliver Real-Time Pricing and Load Visibility

Farelanes Partners with E-Dispatcher to Deliver Real-Time Pricing and Load Visibility

Farelanes LLC, a leader in logistics analytics, has announced a strategic partnership with E-Dispatcher LLC. This collaboration integrates Farelanes’ proprietary pricing intelligence with E-Dispatcher’s comprehensive load board access—including hazmat—empowering users…
Farelanes Supports Forward-Thinking Evolution in Freight Finance Through a 100-Strong Coalition
Farelanes Supports Forward-Thinking Evolution in Freight Finance Through a 100-Strong Coalition

Farelanes Supports Forward-Thinking Evolution in Freight Finance Through a 100-Strong Coalition

We’ve been addressing different parts of the same freight finance challenges for years. We talk about collaboration, but we’ve never moved with purpose. That changes now. “Are you Disruption ON…
Highway Headlines: FMCSA Staff Shake-Up: What It Means for Freight’s Frontlines
Highway Headlines: FMCSA Staff Shake-Up: What It Means for Freight’s Frontlines

Highway Headlines: FMCSA Staff Shake-Up: What It Means for Freight’s Frontlines

Last week, 13.7% of FMCSA employees accepted deferred resignations, staying on payroll through Sept 2025. It’s part of a broader federal downsizing—but the impact could echo through inspections, certifications, and…
Highway Headlines: Know What’s Real. Protect What’s Yours.
Highway Headlines: Know What’s Real. Protect What’s Yours.

Highway Headlines: Know What’s Real. Protect What’s Yours.

Farelanes is redefining fraud prevention in freight. Our invoice scanning technology doesn’t just flag suspicious charges—it helps carriers, shippers, and brokers know exactly what a trip should cost and could…
🧠✨ Happy AI Appreciation Day from Farelanes!
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🧠✨ Happy AI Appreciation Day from Farelanes!

🧠✨ Happy AI Appreciation Day from Farelanes!

We’re not just dabbling in data—we’re driving with it. Farelanes’ AI-infused tech delivers real-time lane pricing across multiple time horizons, tuned to transport type and lane specifics. Zip-code precision? Absolutely.…
Highway Headlines:
Warehouse Vacancies Climb
Highway Headlines:
Warehouse Vacancies Climb

Highway Headlines:
Warehouse Vacancies Climb

The U.S. warehousing vacancy rate has climbed over the past three years after a period of frenzied leasing and construction during the pandemic. Photo: Marco Ugarte/Associated Press More U.S. warehouse…
Highway Headlines:
AI-Assisted Testing Standard Proposed
Highway Headlines:
AI-Assisted Testing Standard Proposed

Highway Headlines:
AI-Assisted Testing Standard Proposed

The proposed standard aims to make asphalt mixture testing less complex. ASTM International’s road and paving materials committee (D04) is developing a new standard (WK95270) that introduces an AI-assisted method…
Know the Lane. Know the Price. Know It’s Right. — Farelanes’ AI Doesn’t Guess, It Knows.
Know the Lane. Know the Price. Know It’s Right. — Farelanes’ AI Doesn’t Guess, It Knows.

Know the Lane. Know the Price. Know It’s Right. — Farelanes’ AI Doesn’t Guess, It Knows.

Farelanes AI-infused tech derives a rate in real time, and shows you 4 month, 2 month, 30-day, 15-day, 7-day 3 -day, and same day prices for any lane, specific to…
Independence Day
Independence Day

Independence Day

This Independence Day, we salute the drivers, carriers, and brokers who keep America moving—mile after mile, load after load. Your grit and commitment are part of what makes this country…
Drive Smarter: Farelanes and MileMaker team up for precision routing
Drive Smarter: Farelanes and MileMaker team up for precision routing

Drive Smarter: Farelanes and MileMaker team up for precision routing

🚛 Precision, Powered by Partnership: How Farelanes Drives Smarter with MileMaker 🚛At Farelanes, speed, accuracy, and adaptability aren’t just goals — they’re non-negotiables. That’s why we teamed up with MileMaker to elevate…
Farelanes and FactorGenie Partner to Provide Free Lane Rate Data & Enhanced Fraud Detection for Factoring Companies
Farelanes and FactorGenie Partner to Provide Free Lane Rate Data & Enhanced Fraud Detection for Factoring Companies

Farelanes and FactorGenie Partner to Provide Free Lane Rate Data & Enhanced Fraud Detection for Factoring Companies

Farelanes, a premier data distribution platform for real-time freight lane pricing, is proud to announce a strategic integration with FactorGenie, a leading provider of add-on software solutions for the freight…
Farelanes Partners with FactorFox, FactorEvo, and Trucker Copilot to Transform Data-Driven Logistics Solutions 
Farelanes Partners with FactorFox, FactorEvo, and Trucker Copilot to Transform Data-Driven Logistics Solutions 

Farelanes Partners with FactorFox, FactorEvo, and Trucker Copilot to Transform Data-Driven Logistics Solutions 

Farelanes LLC, the leading provider of real-time freight lane pricing and analytics, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with FactorFox, FactorEvo, and Trucker Copilot. This collaboration integrates Farelanes' industry-leading…
Broker-Carrier Summit was a massive success for FareLanes
Broker-Carrier Summit was a massive success for FareLanes

Broker-Carrier Summit was a massive success for FareLanes

The Broker-Carrier Summit, speed-dating of the logistics industry brought together industry leaders, innovators, and key players in the logistics and transportation world. It continues to serve as a hub for…
Farelanes at the International Factoring Association Conference!
Farelanes at the International Factoring Association Conference!

Farelanes at the International Factoring Association Conference!

Factorers play a crucial role in the freight industry, and Farelanes is here to empower them and more importantly their clients with smarter routing, data-driven pricing, and fraud detection capabilities.…
Fueling Fairness and Innovation: TCS and Farelanes Revolutionize Logistics
Fueling Fairness and Innovation: TCS and Farelanes Revolutionize Logistics

Fueling Fairness and Innovation: TCS and Farelanes Revolutionize Logistics

It's trade show time of year and Farelanes is fueling it up in Memphis with members of the TCS team! Great folks! TCS and Farelanes see innovation and commitment to…
Broker / Carrier Summit
Broker / Carrier Summit

Broker / Carrier Summit

Broker/Carrier Summit 2025 - Indianapolis Cohen will Copilot Huffman's visit to BCS. Ask him about https://Farelanes.com and their Silver, Gold and Platinum app solutions including their API's. Don't forget to…
Broker / Carrier Summit
Broker / Carrier Summit

Broker / Carrier Summit

Broker/Carrier Summit April 2025 - Indianapolis Don't Miss Neal's insights at BCS. Farelanes is in the Lane, but the speed will blow you away!
Unlock The Golden Data Lanes with Farelanes Gold – Save 15% in the month of April.
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Unlock The Golden Data Lanes with Farelanes Gold – Save 15% in the month of April.

Unlock The Golden Data Lanes with Farelanes Gold – Save 15% in the month of April.

Welcome spring with a special offer—save 15% on your first year of Farelanes' accurate, real-time lane pricing! Access competitive rates for over 25 equipment types, including Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed,…
Farelanes joins IANA – IntermodalAssociation of North America
Farelanes joins IANA – IntermodalAssociation of North America

Farelanes joins IANA – IntermodalAssociation of North America

  Farelanes has been privileged to join IANA – the connecting force behind intermodal freight – as the Voting Representative for Farelanes, LLC. IANA membership provides Farelanes with the tools, resources and relationships…
ISO 8000-118 (Published 2025-03) – A New #DataQuality Standard in the ISO 8000 Series & a Smarter Alternative to Traditional Addresses – By Sheron Philip Koshy @ECCMA
ISO 8000-118 (Published 2025-03) – A New #DataQuality Standard in the ISO 8000 Series & a Smarter Alternative to Traditional Addresses – By Sheron Philip Koshy @ECCMA

ISO 8000-118 (Published 2025-03) – A New #DataQuality Standard in the ISO 8000 Series & a Smarter Alternative to Traditional Addresses – By Sheron Philip Koshy @ECCMA

In a world where nearly everyone carries a GPS-enabled smartphone, is it time to rethink traditional postal addresses? Many delivery services and location-based applications already rely on GPS coordinates for…
ANNOUNCING FARELANES COPILOT
ANNOUNCING FARELANES COPILOT

ANNOUNCING FARELANES COPILOT

Farelanes newest product for carriers. Farelanes CoPilot enabled drivers to understand rates and lanes in real-time, in coordination with their dispatcher using Farelanes, silver, gold or platinum. for more info…
Andrew Cohen elected to chair ASTM F49.03 subcommittee – Digital Information in the Supply Chain – Essential Data Elements
Andrew Cohen elected to chair ASTM F49.03 subcommittee – Digital Information in the Supply Chain – Essential Data Elements

Andrew Cohen elected to chair ASTM F49.03 subcommittee – Digital Information in the Supply Chain – Essential Data Elements

We felt it important to reach out now to reiterate how much we value all what you bring to ASTM through your membership and engagement. We recognize these are uncertain…
How Highway lies to their customers : r/FreightBrokers
How Highway lies to their customers : r/FreightBrokers

How Highway lies to their customers : r/FreightBrokers

Vlad here. So I booked a load today and the broker asked for vin#. I happily provided it and the broker shut me down completely - he say the "vin…
Guidance on Agency RIF and Reorganization Plans Requested by Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Workforce Optimization Initiative
Guidance on Agency RIF and Reorganization Plans Requested by Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Workforce Optimization Initiative

Guidance on Agency RIF and Reorganization Plans Requested by Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Workforce Optimization Initiative

Andrew Cohen: This article is so important to everyone in the logistics industry as it will effect all of us.  
Farelanes: Real Time Lane Pricing for Everyone with Neal Huffman
Farelanes: Real Time Lane Pricing for Everyone with Neal Huffman

Farelanes: Real Time Lane Pricing for Everyone with Neal Huffman

Neal Huffman and Joe Lynch discuss Farelanes: real time lane pricing for everyone. Neal is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for…
🚚 TQL Sued Over Broker Transparency
🚚 TQL Sued Over Broker Transparency

🚚 TQL Sued Over Broker Transparency

Pink Cheetah Express has filed a lawsuit against Total Quality Logistics (TQL) in the District of Columbia District Court, accusing the company of failing to comply with a Federal Motor…
Farelanes and MileMaker, Powering Rand McNally Announce Partnership
Farelanes and MileMaker, Powering Rand McNally Announce Partnership

Farelanes and MileMaker, Powering Rand McNally Announce Partnership

The Farelanes Guide #2: Leveraging Analytics to Find the Best Freight Rates
Analytics
The Farelanes Guide #2: Leveraging Analytics to Find the Best Freight Rates

The Farelanes Guide #2: Leveraging Analytics to Find the Best Freight Rates

Nailing down the best freight rates is critical, yet challenging. The volatility of the freight market and the intricate negotiation processes between shippers, brokers, and carriers create a complex freight…
The Farelanes Guide #1: The Challenge of Finding the Best Freight Rates
best freight rates
The Farelanes Guide #1: The Challenge of Finding the Best Freight Rates

The Farelanes Guide #1: The Challenge of Finding the Best Freight Rates

Read about the three main obstacles that stand between shippers and the right freight shipping rates for their businesses.
Freight Pricing Made Simple: You Can’t Trust Your Pricing Without Trustworthy Data
freight pricing
Freight Pricing Made Simple: You Can’t Trust Your Pricing Without Trustworthy Data

Freight Pricing Made Simple: You Can’t Trust Your Pricing Without Trustworthy Data

Good quality and trustworthy data enable shippers to navigate market complexities with confidence and precision.
Freight Pricing at Your Fingertips: The Right Price Starts with the Right Solution
freight pricing
Freight Pricing at Your Fingertips: The Right Price Starts with the Right Solution

Freight Pricing at Your Fingertips: The Right Price Starts with the Right Solution

Digital solutions provide real-time pricing insights and help shippers make decisions based on the most current data and information. They don’t rely on historical data, load board bids, or guessing…
Finding the Best Freight Rates Shouldn’t Require a Crystal Ball: Three Strategies to Demystify the Truckload Rating Process
best freight rates
Finding the Best Freight Rates Shouldn’t Require a Crystal Ball: Three Strategies to Demystify the Truckload Rating Process

Finding the Best Freight Rates Shouldn’t Require a Crystal Ball: Three Strategies to Demystify the Truckload Rating Process

If you’re thinking about adding that crystal ball to your Amazon cart right about now, wait! Shippers can use particular methods and work with technology partners to demystify the process…
Real-Time Rating: Take the Guesswork out of Freight Pricing
freight pricing
Real-Time Rating: Take the Guesswork out of Freight Pricing

Real-Time Rating: Take the Guesswork out of Freight Pricing

Real-time rating enables shippers to respond rapidly to market changes with accurate and dynamic freight pricing.
How to Make Your Data Work Harder: Farelanes delivers REAL Pricing in Real-Time
Pricing in Real-Time
How to Make Your Data Work Harder: Farelanes delivers REAL Pricing in Real-Time

How to Make Your Data Work Harder: Farelanes delivers REAL Pricing in Real-Time

In this recovering market, it’s more important than ever for shippers to leverage data to find optimal shipping rates.
Which Came First: The Bid or the Ask Price?
Bid or the Ask Price
Which Came First: The Bid or the Ask Price?

Which Came First: The Bid or the Ask Price?

While it may be tempting for shippers to gamble and wait for the best price, it’s not always the best practice in the fast-moving supply chain industry.
Join Us at the Hats Off Happy Hour at the Dragon Room at Kembara at TIA Capital Ideas 2024
Join Us at the Hats Off Happy Hour at the Dragon Room at Kembara at TIA Capital Ideas 2024

Join Us at the Hats Off Happy Hour at the Dragon Room at Kembara at TIA Capital Ideas 2024

We’ll have wine, cold beer, and appetizers ready for you after the Exhibition Hall Grand Opening (Grand Canyon Ballroom) shuts down for the night at 7 & be happy to show you…
TIA Conference 2024: Everything You Need to Know About the TIA Capital Ideas Conference
TIA conference
TIA Conference 2024: Everything You Need to Know About the TIA Capital Ideas Conference

TIA Conference 2024: Everything You Need to Know About the TIA Capital Ideas Conference

The annual Transportation Intermediaries Association event is coming up in April. Farelanes will be there, and you’re invited to join us for a Happy Hour.
Thursday night at TIA – Farelanes is here to help with free food, drinks, and a salve for your market woes
Thursday night at TIA – Farelanes is here to help with free food, drinks, and a salve for your market woes

Thursday night at TIA – Farelanes is here to help with free food, drinks, and a salve for your market woes

If you would like to learn how Farelanes helps brokers win more freight, bicker less with truckers over rates, and ultimately accelerate the velocity and volume of their money-making loads…
What is the #4 most popular equipment type on the road today?
What is the #4 most popular equipment type on the road today?

What is the #4 most popular equipment type on the road today?

Freight brokerages contracted again for the 7th straight month… – by Kevin Hill
Freight brokerages contracted again for the 7th straight month… – by Kevin Hill

Freight brokerages contracted again for the 7th straight month… – by Kevin Hill

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kevin-hill-freightsales_updated-stats-show-freight-brokerages-contracted-activity-7155182804769632256-s981?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios
How to Navigate Shippers Extending Freight Payment Terms (via Denim)
How to Navigate Shippers Extending Freight Payment Terms (via Denim)

How to Navigate Shippers Extending Freight Payment Terms (via Denim)

Leaders constantly balance two goals: building strong client relationships and keeping their business stable. This balance gets tested when customers like Fortune 100 companies ask for longer payment terms. The Fed's…
Not your ‘70s Convoy any more…
Not your ‘70s Convoy any more…

Not your ‘70s Convoy any more…

Convoy was one of those ‘70s flicks capitalizing on the public’s newfound obsession with CB radios, and the romance appeal of long-distance trucking. But the trucking business is nothing like…
Yellow Freight, and an Economy on the Margin
Yellow Freight, and an Economy on the Margin

Yellow Freight, and an Economy on the Margin

Thoughts on the Yellow bankruptcy, from an industry expert. https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2023/08/yellow_freight_and_an_economy_on_the_margin.html
Yellow to go Belly-Up?
Yellow to go Belly-Up?

Yellow to go Belly-Up?

https://fortune.com/2023/07/29/yellow-trucking-brink-bankruptcy-federal-bailout-pandemic-debt After a $700 Million bailout from Uncle Sam, it appears Yellow’s days are over.
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