Los Angeles to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Los Angeles–Detroit corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Mid-July typically sees increased consumer goods demand and retail inventory replenishment heading into Q3, putting upward pressure on cross-country rates. However, summer seasonal softness and moderate carrier availability temper the increase.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
LA-Detroit is a well-traveled corridor with adequate carrier supply in summer, though spot demand from automotive and consumer goods shippers maintains steady utilization rates.
🇨🇦 US-Canada Tariff Alert
This corridor crosses the US-Canada border. 25–35% tariffs on non-USMCA goods are in effect. Verify USMCA compliance before tendering and expect border delay variability.
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