Refrigerated Freight Report
May 5, 2026
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National Fuel Averages
Apr 20 - Apr 24
$5.61
Apr 27 - May 1
$5.40
Current
$5.35
Freight Region Report
Arizona
Produce levels are drying up out of Yuma. Melons
will be a growing commodity. Subtle change for now.
California (Northern)
Carriers will become more particular
this week. Drivers will want to head
home ahead of Blitz Week.
Weekend costs will rise.
California (Southern)
Long hauls will become challenging
this week and next. Take care of
regulars that are willing to drive.
Teams will be limited.
Eastern United States
PA and NJ will adjust as Blitz Week
approaches. Coverage scatters as
drivers head home. The Northeast
market will mimic this.
Georgia
All markets in this region are
challenging. This is hindering
coverage in the Carolinas and
neighboring states.
Florida (Northern)
All markets in this region are
challenging. This is hindering
coverage in the Carolinas and
neighboring states.
Florida (Southern)
Currently the most volatile market
nationwide. Carriers are seeking top
dollar across all shipments.
Idaho
Quality spot market rates over
previous months. Won't alter until
neighboring states adjust.
Midwest
Will begin fluctuating at the end of
the week and into next week. Region
will tighten soon, especially in the
Chicago area.
New York
Fluctuating week to week and trying to
hold onto capacity. Upstate is
showing signs of tightening.
North Carolina
Capacity is heading south to
capitalize on increased rates. This
will continue until volumes rise.
Oregon
Not moving too much week over
week. Fluctuations likely won't occur
until next week.
South Carolina
Capacity is heading south to
capitalize on increased rates. This
will continue until volumes rise.
Texas
Demanding conditions persist. All
major markets are limited. South TX
will present the highest rates over
the next couple weeks.
Washington
Not moving too much week over
week. Fluctuations likely won't occur
until next week.