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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
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February 19, 2025
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
Economic trends
A stagnant freight environment is expected to continue throughout 2024
FTR Transportation Intelligence's outlook for the freight market in 2024 is stable with “very incremental improvement."
January 3, 2024
Economic trends
Truck orders reach heights not seen in 13 months
A slight year-over-year increase in orders in November shows a market that is still performing at a high level historically.
December 11, 2023
Freight demand
Truck tonnage ticked up in October
ATA reported a 1.1% increase in October, which followed a 1.1% decrease in tonnage hauled in September. Also: Trucking Cares Foundation makes $20K donation to Texas driving school.
November 23, 2023
Freight demand
Truck tonnage dipped in September after slight August gain
ATA's Truck Tonnage Index fell 1.1% in September from August. Also: ATA announces leadership team changes; NMFTA names new COO; Logistics One expands 3PL, opens new service and repair center; J.B. Hunt awards scholarships.
October 25, 2023
Technology
Tech that helps small to mid-size carriers fight against a volatile economy
The freight market will see slow growth over the next year. These three technologies can help carriers survive and even thrive in a stagnant economy.
October 23, 2023
Freight demand
ATA economist issues dire prediction for spot market carriers
ATA's Bob Costello said freight recovery will come from supply correction before increased freight demand.
October 17, 2023
Economic trends
Weaker consumer demand, oversupply of capacity likely to drag into next year
In its first ever Holiday Outlook Report, Motive looks at the current State of Freight and State of Retail as we enter peak freight season with predictions for what to expect this holiday season and heading into 2024.
October 15, 2023
Economic trends
Trailer build rates remain strong in the face of economic headwinds
Production begins to outpace order volume as seasonal slump settles in.
August 22, 2023
Companies
How a Yellow bankruptcy would influence freight, used truck markets
If Yellow's 15-year flirtation with bankruptcy ends, it would spell higher rates for LTL carriers and pockets of the spot market, and put sought-after late model used equipment in the market.
August 3, 2023
Economic trends
Freight shipments, spending see steepest drop since early pandemic
In the second quarter, truck shipments dropped 9% nationwide and as much as 27% regionally.
August 1, 2023
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