Orders & Indices
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for November Eases from October High

FTR Reports Preliminary Trailer Orders Healthy Again in December at 43,700 Units

FTR reports that preliminary U.S. net trailer orders remained vibrant for the fourth consecutive month, totaling 43,700 units in December. December order activity was up 6% m/m and 155% y/y. Total trailer orders for 2020 totaled 297,000.
The order volume for Oct-Dec was the highest ever for a fourth quarter. Fleets continue to order dry and refrigerated vans in hefty quantities for delivery throughout 2021. Consumer-oriented freight growth continues to rise and should continue, pushed by the second government stimulus. Vocational trailer orders are still recovering but should improve as manufacturing grows.
FTR Reports Preliminary North American Class 8 Net Orders for 2020 End on High Note with December Activity Remaining at Extremely High Level

The industry has soaring momentum rolling into 2021, as freight growth is robust, freight rates are elevated, and fleet profits keep rising. Consumer-based freight remains vibrant and there are indications that manufacturing activity is finally beginning to accelerate.
FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index for October Reflects Worsening Market Conditions

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