Trucking Market Takes a Breather in 2025

The trucking industry is not moving as fast as expected in 2025. Despite all the chaos in global trade, the prices for shipping goods by truck have not changed much. This is surprising because many thought the market would bounce back stronger after a tough time. Things were looking up at the end of 2024. But now, trucking companies are in the same spot they were a year ago. The trade war is part of the problem, but it's not the only reason. Other factors are also keeping the market from growing. One big change is how goods are being shipped. More companies are choosing to send goods by train instead of truck. This is because trains are cheaper, even if they are slower. The demand for long-haul trucking has dropped by 25% compared to last year. This shift is a big deal and was not expected. So, what's next? The trucking industry needs to watch how this trend continues. It's important to see if more companies will switch to trains or if trucking will make a comeback. The next six months will be crucial.