Well, folks, we’ve officially barreled into May — the month of blooming
flowers, cookout season, and… a few curveballs in the logistics world. Highways
& Skyways is still rollin’ strong, but here’s what’s new in the wide world
of wheels, warehouses, and wild weather patterns:
🌀 Weather Warnings in
the Southeast
We’ve had a wetter-than-usual start to May across parts of Georgia,
Alabama, and the Carolinas. Flooding has slowed freight in low-lying areas, and
a few storm systems have rerouted drivers. Our team’s staying nimble, tracking
weather like hawks and communicating early to avoid delays.
➡️ Pro tip: If you’ve got freight moving through
the Southeast, let’s talk about alternate routing options — check out our
services or give us a shout!
📦 Capacity & Spot
Rates: Still Playing Hard to Get
Truck capacity is tighter than grandma’s Tupperware lid right now,
especially for dry vans. Spot market rates have nudged upward slightly since
April, and brokers are your best friends (hi, that’s us 👋) for navigating this wild ride.
Brokers can:
✔️ Find last-minute trucks
✔️ Negotiate better rates
✔️ Save your sanity
Need backup? We’ve got you.
⛽ Diesel Prices: A
Slight Relief
Some good news! Diesel prices have taken a tiny dip compared to last
month. Nothing major, but hey — every penny counts when you’re fueling a fleet.
Carriers are cautiously optimistic, and so are we.
🛑 FMCSA Reminders
Heads up! New electronic logging device (ELD) requirements are starting
to roll out for some fleets. If you haven’t updated your tech stack yet, it’s
time to dust off those compliance checklists.
🧢 Wrapping It Up
In the logistics world, May’s all about adaptability. Whether it’s
dodging storms, stretching capacity, or dancing with diesel prices, Highways
& Skyways is here to keep your freight moving smoothly.
Need help getting your freight out of a bind?
Give us a follow, a holler, or a good ol’ fashioned message:
🔗 LinkedIn
📸 Instagram
🌐 Our Services
Until next time — keep the wheels turning and the coffee strong. ☕🚚
Katherine Market