ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net ACT Research is the leader in market data, industry analysis, and forecasting for the commercial vehicle and transportation markets. We provide a strategic view to help businesses plan for tomorrow. en-us Freight Trucking Rates https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/freight-trucking-rates Tue, 20 May 2025 13:22:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/freight-trucking-rates Below are the latest insights on dry van, flatbed, and reefer rates based on ACT Research’s Freight Forecast report. Spot Market Trends Dry Van: Dry van spot rates declined in April, extending March’s softening trend as pre-tariff shipping tailwinds dissipated. While some regions still benefit from…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/freight-trucking-rates Class 8 Truck Orders https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/class-8-truck-orders Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:07:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/class-8-truck-orders Class 8 Truck Orders in June 2025 Class 8 Truck Orders June 2025 Update As of May 2025 , the Class 8 truck market continues to face headwinds, with order activity falling sharply amid deepening freight softness and elevated economic uncertainty. Tractor orders declined year-over-year, while…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/class-8-truck-orders Dry Van Rates https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/dry-van-rates Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:21:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/dry-van-rates Dry Van Rates - June 2025 Dry Van Truckload (TL) Sector – June 2025 As of May 2025 , the dry van truckload (TL) sector is managing through a shifting freight landscape shaped by pre-tariff pull-forward effects, slower consumer spending , and ongoing equipment discipline. With seasonal freight…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/dry-van-rates Refrigerated Rates https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/reefer-rates Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:31:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/reefer-rates Reefer Rates - June 2025 Reefer Truckload (TL) Sector – June 2025 The reefer market showed signs of stabilization in May 2025 , as seasonal demand continued and equipment availability remained constrained. Spot Market Rates Reefer spot rates rose 5¢ m/m in May , supported by a 15% y/y increase in…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/reefer-rates Flatbed Rates https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/flatbed-rates Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:23:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/flatbed-rates Flatbed Rates - June 2025 Flatbed Truckload (TL) Sector – June 2025 Flatbed rates in May 2025 reflect a market entering a more cautious phase, as early-season gains fade and industrial activity shows signs of further softening. Below is the latest analysis of spot and contract flatbed rates. Spot…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/flatbed-rates Canada Freight Rates https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/canada-rates Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:32:00 -0400 ACT Research https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/canada-rates Canada Freight Rates - June 2025 Truckload Rates in Canada – June 2025 Canadian truckload rates continued to recalibrate in May as post-tariff normalization set in and demand leveled across key lanes. Spot Market Rates Intra-Canada Dry Van : Spot rates fell 8¢ in May , followed by a further 9¢…. Read more at https://www.actresearch.net/resources/data-tracking/canada-rates