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Infographic: 2024 in Trucking By the Numbers and Surveys

As we look toward 2025, the freight industry finds itself at a crossroads. While some experts foresee a return to a stable and resilient market and tout the merciful end of the freight recession, others advise caution, signaling uncertainty as part of the journey ahead.

In 2024, trucking has faced its share of challenges, but also moments of optimism. Throughout the year, industry leaders like the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) have compiled valuable data and insights through various reports and surveys, capturing a nuanced snapshot of today’s freight landscape.

Staying updated on all these developments can be cumbersome. That’s why we’ve created this infographic — a quick and visual look at some of the most impactful data, trends, and survey findings of the year.