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Supreme Court spikes Trump's tariffs, imports could surge in the near-term
With the administration’s trade framework in tatters, imports could see a short-term spike, giving rise to spot market rates.
February 20, 2026
Economic trends
U.S. trailer orders hold steady in January, lag behind last year's pace
U.S. trailer orders held near 24,000 units in January as tariffs, freight trends, and aging fleets shaped near-term demand.
February 19, 2026
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Economic trends
Winter weather and strong economy push trucking conditions to best levels since 2022
FTR's Trucking Conditions Index hits its highest level since 2022 as winter storms drive spot rates up 17%.
February 13, 2026
Economic trends
Is the Class 8 orders surge real growth or just catch-up buying?
As Class 8 truck orders jumped 27% in January, analysts warn the surge reflects delayed purchases rather than real market recovery.
February 9, 2026
Business
Navigating trucking’s endemic challenges
With per-mile costs rising faster than inflation, 2026 is a year for smart prioritization.
January 30, 2026
Business
California’s winter truck shortage signals potential spring produce crisis
Inventory depletion meets enforcement-driven capacity loss as California’s winter truck shortage signals trouble ahead for spring produce season.
January 28, 2026
Economic trends
Major winter storm coming. What does this mean for the freight industry?
A powerful winter storm threatens major freight corridors from Texas to the Northeast. Here's what freight analysts expect for spot rates, capacity, and costs.
January 23, 2026
Economic trends
Trailer orders jumped 86% in December, but recovery remains elusive
December trailer orders is up 86%, but analysts warn the spike is driven by temporary factors rather than market recovery.
January 21, 2026
Economic trends
Trucking shows November gains, though recovery remains uncertain
Rising rates and capacity cuts lifted trucking conditions, but manufacturing data still points to weak demand.
January 15, 2026
Economic trends
Spot and contract rates hold steady in 2025, but shrinking carrier pool signals trouble ahead
Spot rates jumped 3% in October then fell in November. But the real story is what's happening beneath the surface with carrier capacity.
January 13, 2026
Economic trends
Soft spot rates and cautious optimism frame FTR's latest freight outlook
From enforcement data to tariffs and demand signals, FTR outlines what's shaping freight markets ahead.
January 12, 2026
Economic trends
Tariffs and regulatory enforcement emerge as 2026's freight wildcards
Three years of flat rates are creating a tougher environment for carriers than capacity shortages.
January 8, 2026
Economic trends
Class 8 orders surge 108% but analysts question sustainability
December saw Class 8 orders jump to their strongest level in three years as regulatory uncertainty lifted.
January 6, 2026
Economic trends
Could Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend boost freight?
Could $2,000 tariff dividend checks spark a 2021-style freight boom, or will inflation and debt dampen the impact?
January 2, 2026
Business
Mexico road blockades, Canada compliance crackdowns tighten supply chains
Over 8,000 truckloads disrupted in Mexico's BajĂo region while Canada intensifies Driver Inc. enforcement--both markets face capacity constraints heading into 2026.
December 24, 2025
Economic trends
Gradual recovery ahead, but full rebound remains elusive
DAT's report reveals a slow freight recovery with persistent market inversion and emerging opportunities in data center construction.
December 23, 2025
Business
Rail merger targets 2 million truckloads of freight annually
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern submit a landmark merger filing, aiming to convert 2 million truckloads to rail and create a unified transcontinental network.
December 22, 2025
Economic trends
Enforcement actions tighten trucking supply ahead of 2026
Industry analysts say structural capacity changes will redefine freight in 2026.
December 22, 2025
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