Nov 16 2023
Ep. 32 | December 2023 Trucking Industry Forecast
December, the final month of 2023, is an interesting time for transportation companies; truck drivers head home for the holidays, freight volumes increase in the retail sector, open-deck shipments slow down and daylight hours shrink. For shippers, December is the final month to move freight before the brand-new year. That said, with so many changes happening within area trucking markets, it can be difficult to do so. In this episode of Beyond the Road, you'll hear from ATS Logistics Sales Team Manager, Josh, who will provide an overview of what you can expect to experience in December. Information covered in this episode:Daylight: A Major Factor for OD FreightThe Impact of Christmas on Freight CapacityOpen-Deck Capacity in DecemberTips For Shipping Around the HolidaysRetail Freight Market Update2024 Market ForecastWhile you're here, check out some of this related content:[Video] 2023 Mid-Year Market UpdateThe Trucking Industry in December 2023: What You Should KnowShipping Freight Around a Holiday: 3 Critical Planning TipsVisit the ATS Learning Hub for more tips, tools and industry insights. Connect with ATS on. . . LinkedInFacebookInstagramCheck out the. . . Trucking Industry Channel (YouTube)Truck Driving Channel (YouTube)ATS WebsiteDrive4ATS Website