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National price outlook, next 12 months
Standard sedan, open transport.
| Period | Value |
|---|---|
| Dec | $1,530 |
| Jan | $1,490 |
| Feb | $1,470 |
| Mar | $1,550 |
| Apr | $1,600 |
| May | $1,660 |
| Jun | $1,730 |
| Jul | $1,740 |
| Aug | $1,690 |
| Sep | $1,600 |
| Oct | $1,570 |
| Nov | $1,550 |
Key takeaways
- Best time to book: February 2027, around $1,470.
- Most expensive: July 2027, around $1,740.
- Next two months: prices are expected to ease.
$1,470
Lowest forecast month
Feb 2027
$1,740
Highest forecast month
Jul 2027
$1,600
12-month average
Forecast estimate
18%
Low-to-high swing
Across the next 12 months
Monthly forecast
| Month | Est. average | Likely range | vs. today | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2026 | $1,530 | $1,250–$1,840 | Down 1% vs. today | Moderate |
| Jan 2027 | $1,490 | $1,220–$1,790 | Down 4% vs. today | Low |
| Feb 2027 | $1,470 | $1,210–$1,760 | Down 5% vs. today | Low |
| Mar 2027 | $1,550 | $1,270–$1,860 | No change vs. today | Moderate |
| Apr 2027 | $1,600 | $1,310–$1,920 | Up 3% vs. today | Moderate |
| May 2027 | $1,660 | $1,360–$1,990 | Up 7% vs. today | Moderate |
| Jun 2027 | $1,730 | $1,420–$2,080 | Up 12% vs. today | High |
| Jul 2027 | $1,740 | $1,430–$2,090 | Up 12% vs. today | High |
| Aug 2027 | $1,690 | $1,390–$2,030 | Up 9% vs. today | High |
| Sep 2027 | $1,600 | $1,310–$1,920 | Up 3% vs. today | Moderate |
| Oct 2027 | $1,570 | $1,290–$1,880 | Up 1% vs. today | Moderate |
| Nov 2027 | $1,550 | $1,270–$1,860 | No change vs. today | Moderate |
What moves the forecast
- Seasonal demand. Summer moves, college terms and snowbird season raise prices every year.
- Fuel prices. Diesel is a major carrier cost, so sustained changes show up in quotes.
- Truck capacity. More trucks competing for loads pushes prices down.
- Route direction. Popular one-way corridors cost more in the busy direction.
- Weather. Winter storms and hurricanes can delay trucks and tighten capacity.
Frequently asked questions
How is the price forecast built?
The outlook applies the typical seasonal pattern to today's national price level. It's a planning guide, not a guarantee, and it's recalculated as new prices come in.
What could make prices differ from the forecast?
Diesel price swings, severe weather, changes in truck capacity and shifts in moving demand can all move prices faster than the seasonal pattern suggests.
Can I lock in today's price?
Some companies will hold a quoted price for a set period if your details don't change. Learn what a price lock covers before relying on one.
Price lockIs an estimate the same as a quote?
No. Estimates help you plan and compare. A quote is a company's offer for your specific shipment, and the price is only confirmed once a carrier accepts it.
How Haulwide works
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Market data
The numbers behind the estimates.
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