17 September 2026
Freight Market Alert: Why US Tender Rejections Are Skyrocketing
The freight market is showing an unusual tightening with widespread increases in tender rejection rates across the United States. Join us as we dive into the latest SONAR data, analyzing the unexpected post-Labor Day surge and what it signals for capacity and spot rates. We’ll examine regional impacts, trailer type trends, and the underlying factors driving this shift. Understanding these nuances is critical for shippers and carriers navigating a fragile market. The national Outbound Tender Rejection Index climbed to 14.
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