The New Shipping Challenges of 2025 In 2025, major U.S. carriers continue to adjust their rate structures: New Dimension Rounding Rule:  All package dimensions will be rounded up to the next whole inch, increasing the DIM weight. Fuel Surcharges:  Rising fuel price volatility makes fuel surcharges a permanent cost factor. Residential and Remote Area Fees (DAS/LPS):  More ZIP codes are being added to surcharge zones each year. These changes have raised small-business shipping