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Indicators
Truck tonnage fell in September after recent increases
Despite the dip in tonnage hauled, ATA reported that tonnage is still up from January's low. Also: Fleet's split-sleeper waiver request reopened for comments; I-11 sign replacement begins in Nevada; Big fines for trucks in Tennessee national park.
October 23, 2024
Economic trends
Trailer orders in September plummet to lowest monthly output since 2016
High trailer inventories at dealerships, lower fleet spending on trailers, and shrinking backlogs will likely continue to pressure on trailer build rates for the rest of 2024.
October 21, 2024
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Economic trends
Hurricane impact on rates temporary until the holiday shipping surge
Despite the effects of a hurricane, spot freight rates remain lower than the same period last year, indicating a weaker freight environment.
October 21, 2024
Economic trends
Class 8 market still impacted with overcapacity; used truck sales beat expectations
As overcapacity dampens demand for Class 8 market, used-truck retail sales volumes in September saw an 11% month-over-month increase.
October 16, 2024
Economic trends
ATA economist on trucking: It's getting a little bit better
There are glimmers of hope for a trucking rebound in 2025, although it could be an unsatisfying change of fortune.
October 14, 2024
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
Indicators
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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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
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