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Why Pricing Transparency Matters for Intermodal Freight Customers
DrayNow’s Pricing Model
In intermodal freight, transparency is vital to ensuring customers can confidently plan. DrayNow updates its base pricing, or ‘Linehaul‘ rates, quarterly based on market data and mileage between ramps. These Linehaul rates exclude fuel costs, which fluctuate weekly based on government-published metrics. This structure allows for greater consistency in core pricing while accommodating necessary adjustments for fuel.
DrayNow openly shares its pricing through quarterly tariff updates, ensuring customers have access to accurate and reliable rates. With DrayNow’s commitment to transparency, customers receive guaranteed service at the published rates, with fuel surcharges updated weekly to reflect current market conditions.
How DrayNow’s Linehaul Pricing Works
DrayNow’s ‘Linehaul’ pricing system is designed to calculate rates based on mileage between intermodal ramps. This system reflects real-time market conditions while providing a consistent base rate throughout the quarter. Although fuel surcharges fluctuate weekly according to government metrics, the core Linehaul rates remain stable, offering customers clarity in their shipment planning.
This approach ensures that while fuel costs may vary, the core transportation costs are predictable, allowing for more effective budget management.
Benefits of Transparent Pricing for Customers
DrayNow’s transparent pricing model offers several advantages. Eliminating hidden fees and unexpected costs helps customers plan shipments more accurately and stick to their budgets. This clarity in pricing allows for better cost management and resource allocation, ensuring that customers can avoid sudden rate hikes or unforeseen expenses.
With transparent, real-time pricing, DrayNow empowers customers to make smarter, data-driven decisions. The system’s ability to calculate precise rates allows DrayNow to offer competitive pricing, helping customers optimize their shipping strategies with current market trends in mind. DrayNow enables customers to secure competitive rates and streamline freight operations by simplifying the load-matching and cost-estimation process.
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