Rate Negotiations

Freight Rate Negotiation Services

Dispatch-driven freight rate negotiation that protects your RPM, reduces empty miles, and saves time. Built by a U.S. team that also runs trucks.

🚛 Dispatch-Driven Rate Negotiation by Freight Girlz

At Freight Girlz, we fight to get you the best rates using real-time market data, lane history, and strong broker relationships. Our rate negotiation service is designed to protect your revenue per mile—and your clock.

As fleet owners of We Got This Trucking LLC, we know what it costs to run equipment—and what your time is worth.

📈 Why Rate Negotiation Matters

  • Weak rates compound weekly—hurting cash flow and morale
  • Accessorials (detention, layover, TONU) are often left on the table
  • Right lanes & timing can add $200–$600+ per week per truck
  • Professional negotiation wins terms—not just a number

✅ What You Get

Top-Dollar Loads

Data-backed RPM targets you can see and approve.

Experienced Negotiators

Real people on the phones with real leverage and relationships.

Full Transparency

Every counter, accessorial request, and term documented.

Broker Coordination

Rate cons, check calls, updates—handled end-to-end.

Lane Strategy

Reduce deadhead and optimize reload timing & geography.

No Forced Dispatch

You’re always in control of your schedule and loads.

🛠️ Our Negotiation Playbook

  1. Rate Intel: We pull lane history, seasonal trends, fuel impact, and capacity curves.
  2. Positioning: Present market comps and value adds (equipment, safety score, reliability).
  3. Terms: Push for detention/layover clarity, shipper load/unload, appointment windows.
  4. Counters: Structured counters with justifications—not random numbers.
  5. Close & Confirm: Lock rate con details, request updated RC for changes, and dispatch cleanly.

📊 Rate Levers We Use

LeverHow We Use ItTypical Outcome
TimingTarget late-week & end-of-month urgency; avoid low-demand windows.Higher RPM or stronger reload setup.
GeographyChoose outbound-strong zones; justify rate premium leaving soft markets.Improved weekly average RPM.
AccessorialsDetention clocks, TONU, layover clarity in RC before roll.Reduced unpaid time, fewer disputes.
CapabilityHighlight equipment (tarps, ramps, RGN, reefer), safety metrics, on-time record.Priority on premium freight.
PartnershipSet expectations for repeat lanes; exchange performance for rate stability.More consistent revenue & fewer gaps.

Timing

How
Late-week / month-end urgency; avoid soft windows.
Outcome
Higher RPM or better reload.

Geography

How
Favor outbound-strong zones; justify premiums leaving soft markets.
Outcome
Improved weekly RPM.

Accessorials

How
Detention clocks, TONU, layover set in RC before roll.
Outcome
Less unpaid time, fewer disputes.

Capability

How
Show equipment & safety metrics; reliability track record.
Outcome
Priority on premium freight.

Partnership

How
Trade repeat performance for rate stability.
Outcome
Consistent revenue & fewer gaps.

🧰 Backed by Real Trucking Experience

We don’t just dispatch—we own and operate trucks. That lived experience shapes every counter and every call. We push for fair compensation and never settle for cheap freight.

🚚 Dispatch Smarter. Earn More.

Let our team handle the negotiation so you can focus on safe, profitable miles.

💬 Let’s Talk Rate Negotiations Start Carrier Onboarding 📞 (737) 400-5623 ext 701

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you ever force dispatch to hit targets?

Never. You approve every load. Our job is to bring strong options with clear terms.

How do you justify higher rates to brokers?

Lane comps, timing scarcity, safety & performance metrics, equipment capabilities, and accessorial clarity—documented in each counter.

Can you help with detention/TONU disputes?

Yes—by setting expectations in the RC, logging timestamps, and submitting clean proof to recover owed amounts.