Spot Market vs. Contract Rates: How Shippers Can Lock in Predictable Flatbed Pricing During Volatile Seasons
Flatbed pricing in 2026 is not for the unprepared. According to DAT Freight & Analytics, spot flatbed rates hit $3.09 per mile in March 2026 — up 56 cents year over year. Contract flatbed rates reached $3.43 per mile, up 30 cents month over month. As of May 2026, flatbed rates have strengthened more meaningfully, […]