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(4 articles)NMFC Freight Classification Reform 2026: What LTL Shippers Must Know
The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system is undergoing significant reforms set to take effect in 2026, marking a structural shift in how less-than-truckload (LTL) freight is categorized
Truckload rates set to climb through 2027, warns rate indicator
Industry forecasting indicators are signaling sustained upward pressure on truckload rates across both spot and contract markets through 2027, signaling a structural shift in US transportation economi
LTL Carriers Hike Rates 5.9%+ as Freight Market Tightens
The US less-than-truckload (LTL) industry is experiencing a confluence of favorable market conditions that is translating into pricing power for carriers. Rising industrial activity combined with a ti
LTL Rate Increases Accelerate: What It Means for Shippers
ArcBest's announcement of a 5.9% general rate increase effective June 22 marks a significant shift in the less-than-truckload (LTL) market structure. The timing—approximately six weeks ahead of the tr