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Economic trends
The economy is again trucking's top concern, driver shortage continues to fall
While the driver shortage persists as a significant challenge in the trucking industry, the recent economic downturn has emerged as a more pressing concern for many businesses.
October 12, 2024
Helene cleanup led to higher demand for flatbed capacity, DAT reports
Spot loads surge from Helene cleanup and brief ports’ strike, with Hurricane Milton to follow similar pattern.
October 9, 2024
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September 20, 2024
2024 CCJ Top 250: Revenue reckoning
Revenues for the nation's largest for-hire carriers shrink across nearly all market segments, while equipment counts and driver numbers remain relatively flat.
October 9, 2024
Technology
Experts say technology is vital as trade with Mexico grows
Report shows nearshoring is an emerging trend that U.S. carriers think will have the greatest impact on freight transportation over the next three years, and experts say technology will play a key role in the Mexico-U.S. cross-border process.
October 8, 2024
Economic trends
Class 8 net orders jumped above trend in September, signifying balanced order number
The order number indicates an initial healthy level of demand for new trucks in 2025.
October 7, 2024
Business
Affected carriers turn to contingency plans as port strike ensues
As port strike ensues, carriers focus on flexibility, customer communication and driver retention.
October 1, 2024
Business
Port strike creates 'opportunities' for spot market carriers
Members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) went on strike just after midnight Tuesday.
October 1, 2024
Freight demand
Truck tonnage hit 18-month high in August
ATA's Truck Tonnage Index showed an increase for the second month in a row in August. Also: Volvo delivers 70 VNR Electric trucks under grant program; Southeastern Freight Lines expands in Southwest; brokerage announces acquisition.
September 25, 2024
Economic trends
Trailer net orders in August marked fifth-lowest in the past four years
The ‘pause button’ on demand will likely stay in place for the rest of 2024, with concerns extending to 2025 as well.
September 23, 2024
Economic trends
Owner-ops see mixed income gains with costs down, but wait for 'kickstart' on rates
Taking its midyear look at the last 12-month period, ATBS showed owner-operator income on average has been flat, though independents and leased flatbeds/reefers all posted modest gains.
September 20, 2024
Business
Stagnant freight conditions push fleets to optimize operations
As freight market shows little change, fleets focus on cost efficiency.
September 16, 2024
Business
Weak truck orders could get a boost ahead of '27 emissions regulations
OEMs have maintained truck production at a high level.
September 13, 2024
Economic trends
How turnout will define the 2024 Presidential election
It’s election season and NAW's Chief Government Relations Officer Brian Wild shared what he's expecting in the final weeks ahead of Election Day Wednesday at the CVSN Summit in Las Vegas.
September 11, 2024
Economic trends
Truck market remains weaker than 2023, but increased last month
Fleets continue to invest in new equipment, though at a more modest rate.
September 6, 2024
Economic trends
Carriers should prepare for a potential market turn in 2025, analysts say
A continuation of relatively poor trucking conditions and a subdued spot market should lead to a continuation of driver exits and increased vulnerability to disruption as 2025 progresses.
August 28, 2024
Economic trends
Despite 26% monthly gain, July’s trailer orders were fourth lowest in four years
The challenging truck freight environment continues to subdue trailer demand, according to analysts.
August 26, 2024
Indicators
Truck tonnage saw slight gains in July
ATA reported a 0.3% increase in its seasonally-adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index from June to July, which was 0.9% lower than July 2023. Also: ATA names new executive director of its Moving & Storage Conference.
August 21, 2024
Indicators
FTR: Trucking conditions still positive in June
While still positive, conditions declined from May due to higher financing costs and a slowing of diesel price decreases. Also: RK Logistics acquires Arizona-based company; foodservice fleet PFG announces acquisition of Cheney Bros.
August 15, 2024
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Economic trends
The economy is again trucking's top concern, driver shortage continues to fall
While the driver shortage persists as a significant challenge in the trucking industry, the recent economic downturn has emerged as a more pressing concern for many businesses.
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