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SONAR's Truckload Rejection Index stood at 14.19% on 1 September - more than double its 2025 full-year average of 6.05% - signalling tightening capacity. Spot rates (NTI.USA) reached USD 3.37 per mile while contract rates (VCRPM1.USA) climbed about 18% year on year to USD 2.69 per mile. With carrier exits and disciplined fleet growth, shippers entering bid season should expect less pricing flexibility and plan capacity early.