In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review the latest data concerning the level of CDL hiring in the U.S. and discuss several economic indicators concerning the wholesale sector, international trade, and business formation in transportation and warehousing. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight in advance of a near-certain increase in spot rates due to International Roadcheck.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into payroll employment in trucking and changes in the for-hire carrier population in April. Plus, we look at the broader labor market and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight, including a big move in spot rates for one equipment type.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss consumer spending, a significant revision in inventory figures, new orders for durable manufactured goods, and sales of new homes. Plus, we address the U.S. economy and the economy linked to freight transportation during the first quarter and recap the week for diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into some key indicators of the housing sector and review industrial production, which showed significant strength in one specific area. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review retail sales, inventories, inflation for consumers and within the supply chain, and business applications in transportation and warehousing. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we examine the employment situation for trucking and the rest of the U.S. economy during March. Plus, we look at job openings and international trade in goods in February and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review some unexpected changes in the for-hire carrier population during March and briefly discuss the new EPA rule requiring a phase-in of zero-emissions trucks. Plus, we cover some indicators related to the consumer and industrial sectors and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight. 

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dive into the key indicators of the housing market – residential construction and sales of both new and existing homes. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight and preview an upcoming final rule concerning zero-emissions commercial vehicles.


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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss a range of key indicators of freight-related activity, including manufacturing output and retail sales, and we look at pricing trends for consumers and businesses. We also discuss the latest legal news regarding California’s AB 5 law and a strategy for deploying zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight.

 The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into the latest data on employment, especially payroll jobs in trucking. We also discuss job openings, wholesale inventories and sales, and international trade in goods and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight.

The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.

Download the PDF: https://freight.ftrintel.com/trucking-podcast 

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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we look at how the for-hire trucking company population changed in February and examine some key indicators of the consumer and manufacturing sectors. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight. 

The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.

Download the PDF: https://freight.ftrintel.com/trucking-podcast 

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