Truckload 2025: How carriers are navigating a three-year freight slump
November 1, 2025
The $387 billion U.S. truckload sector is still stuck in a three-year freight recession, with soft demand, rising bankruptcies, and tariff-driven volatility continuing to weigh on carriers. Yet, amid mergers, bankruptcies, and shifting global trade, leading operators like J.B. Hunt, Knight-Swift, and Werner are adapting business models, pursuing cross-border growth, and investing in efficiencies to weather the downturn.
2025 Truckload Roundtable: Navigating overcapacity and economic uncertainty in freight transportation
July 1, 2025
The truckload sector remains in a tough spot due to weak freight demand, overcapacity, and broader economic instability. Our experts predict recovery may be delayed until 2026, with depressed rates and potential service-level issues. In this discussion, we gather insights from three freight transportation leaders on how shippers can proactively navigate these challenges. Key strategies include locking in favorable rates, fostering strong relationships with carriers, and maintaining flexibility to adapt to market shifts.
