Category: Freight Volume
Freight Volume Trends
Continue Reading📈 Freight, Pricing & Labor Dashboard
Select a data set to view 12-month transportation trends across freight, rates, and unemployment.
📆 12-Month Freight Volume
Track the most recent market movements
📊 5-Year Freight Volume
View long-term freight demand trends
Why Freight Volume Matters to Truck Drivers
When freight moves, trucks move — and when the volume slows down, so do miles and paychecks. That’s why it’s critical to monitor national freight activity. This live Freight Volume Trends Tracker pulls data from the Transportation Services Index (TSI), published by the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics and available via FRED.
It reflects monthly changes in the amount of freight shipped by truck, rail, air, pipeline, and water, giving you a reliable pulse on shipping activity across the U.S.
How to Read This Chart
The chart above shows the last 12 months of freight volume. When the index rises, it usually means more freight is being moved — and more loads are available. A drop in the index may signal slower freight markets, seasonal slowdowns, or economic shifts that affect carrier demand.
Drivers and owner-operators can use this data to plan better, monitor their lanes, and prepare for market fluctuations.
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