November 1, 2025 · The $387 billion U.S. truckload sector remains mired in a three-year freight recession. Carriers face soft demand, rising bankruptcies, and potential disruption from a proposed transcontinental rail merger, while savvy operators pursue new strategies to rebuild volume and protect profitability.
Warehouse leaders are under pressure to move faster, scale smarter, and keep teams engaged, all while dealing with labor shortages and rising customer expectations.