
Good outlook in the manufacturing sector tempered by existing material shortages
Some important flatbed demand indicators came out recently on the manufacturing side of the economy. This is good news, although
Some important flatbed demand indicators came out recently on the manufacturing side of the economy. This is good news, although
On our northern border where around 8% of imported produce volumes cross, Detroit accounted for 35% of truckload volume in
Peak-season shipping is well and truly underway, especially on the West Coast where about a third of all imported containers
Today, 80-90% of cargo moving across North America is under- or uninsured. The reasons? Well, there are a myriad. An
The Senate’s recent passing of the $1 trillion infrastructure package should lead to historic investment in roads and bridges. All
Produce volumes continue to taper off after the seasonal peak, which occurs just before the July 4 weekend. According to
The latest release of the American Trucking Associations’ seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.2% in July after falling
There is an emerging consensus that the retail party is starting to run its course as retail tonnage begins to
The U.S. economy has been on a bit of a roll based on factors including demand, production, employment and public
Extreme heat and humidity in July and early August around Salinas, CA has resulted in growers reporting quality problems for
The latest release of the Retail Truck Tonnage Index from Michigan State University indicated July tonnage remained strong. “We are
It’s no secret that well-rested truck drivers run more miles each day. In fact, studies show that drivers who sleep