Lunar New Year & Trucking Volumes: What’s Next for the 4PL Market?
This week on the Redwood Rundown, Christopher Thornycroft breaks down how Lunar New Year import surges and East Coast trucking demand are shaping the freight market.
Imports Surge Ahead of Lunar New Year & Tariff Concerns
Freight volumes from Asia have spiked, rivaling 2021 levels, as shippers rush to move goods before factory shutdowns and potential new tariffs. Expect a sharp drop in imports through February.
East Coast vs. West Coast: How Freight Moves Differently
Unlike the West Coast, where intermodal dominates, the East Coast relies more on for-hire truckload capacity—meaning February could bring a much-needed boost to trucking demand.
Carrier Pressures & Market Outlook
With February being a historically low-volume month, carriers are bracing for tighter conditions. Spot rates may dip, but with trucking capacity already struggling, will brokers get caught in the middle?
Watch the full breakdown and stay ahead of the 4PL market shifts!
