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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
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
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September 20, 2024
FTR sees stable trucking capacity with slow, steady market recovery
"We are unlikely to go lower in terms of volume or rates. We're solid, but not showing any particular strength."
July 11, 2024
Freight demand
Tanking rates and soaring costs lead per-mile cost to record highs
The per-mile marginal costs of trucking reached a new high in 2023.
June 25, 2024
Economic trends
FTR: Slow, steady stability in store
“Stability is important because you can plan your costs better, and we have been in a very stable spot rate environment.”
June 13, 2024
Economic trends
Agility, data modeling will drive fleet business and sustainability success
Heavy duty fleet executives are cautiously optimistic about the current year and how it may shape up for their organizations.
April 23, 2024
Economic trends
Baltimore bridge collapse a 'logistical hassle,' long-term effects unlikely
Deep integration with the Baltimore port means long-term disruption of freight flows is unlikely.
March 28, 2024
Economic trends
Equipment, auto haulers may feel strain from Baltimore bridge collapse
The Baltimore port was a major player in the import/export of construction and farm equipment, cars and light trucks and bulk minerals.
March 27, 2024
Economic trends
Population shift will soon drive trucking tidal wave, expert says
The U.S. stands to benefit from falling global population, and a record-breaking younger pool of consumers and employees with drive freight demand.
March 25, 2024
Economic trends
Mexico passes China as top U.S. export partner, and that’s good news for freight
A near-shoring effort isn't as simple as taking port freight and moving it cross-border.
March 22, 2024
Economic trends
Truck tonnage rebounded in February
ATA reported tonnage hauled was still down from a year ago, indicating the freight recession is ongoing. Also: Paccar Parts' TRP brand opened its 300th global store as it celebrates 30 years in business.
March 20, 2024
Freight demand
Truck tonnage down to begin 2024
ATA's Truck Tonnage Index fell by 3.5% in January after climbing slightly in December. Also: Ryder expands at the border; FTR reports trucking conditions fell to close 2023; recalls affecting International, Freightliner, Western Star trucks.
February 21, 2024
Indicators
Mexico-bound Class 8 production to rise in 2024, says ACT
ACT Research forecast shows Class 8 production and sales rise in February, reflecting industry’s ability to aggressively sell into Mexico and export markets.
February 14, 2024
Economic trends
FTR's February trucking outlook shows slow, steady growth
For-hire trucking operations still high, though falling, and spot rates seem to have bottomed out, FTR experts say.
February 8, 2024
Indicators
January truck orders starts off strong with fleets willing to buy
Class 8 truck orders boost in January as data indicates that over-the-road U.S. truckers are still buying.
February 6, 2024
Economic trends
What to expect with the freight market in 2024
Diving into Motive's Monthly Economic Report to look at how the trucking market closed out 2023 and what it will look like as 2024 rolls on.
February 2, 2024
Indicators
Truck, trailer orders indicate slowest December since before pandemic began
Trailer orders sees nominal improvement from November to December, according to ACT Research.
January 23, 2024
Economic trends
Heavy truck production rates likely to drop near-term
The convergence of continued strong build rates, a fading U.S. tractor sales trend, and early in the year sales seasonality risk a Class 8 inventory surge early this year.
January 15, 2024
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