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Navigating holiday delivery rush and what’s in store for 2026
Published: Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 09:00 AM CDT
Truckload shipping
Seasonal holiday demand is tightening U.S. truckload capacity—especially in key regions. Additionally, the 2026 truckload cost forecast has increased, reflecting tighter post-holiday capacity.
See our truckload rate forecasts into 2026, our holiday truckload capacity forecast and insights on the flatbed marketLTL delivery
LTL delivery faces a prolonged freight recession as carriers battle high equipment costs, weaker industrial demand and rising expenses.
Get our tips for succeeding in today’s challenging LTL marketOcean freight
Tariffs, plunging Asian rates and South America’s surges will affect ocean freight in 2026. Discover where opportunities—and risks—are emerging next.
See exactly how global ocean trade is shifting with complete lane-by-lane insightsAir freight
Asia’s air freight demand stays high through mid-December but is expected to moderate before Lunar New Year drives another surge in late January.
See what major air freight shifts can affect supply chains in early 2026 with complete lane-by-lane insightsIntermodal
While overall intermodal service remains in line with averages despite seasonal pressure, early high season and volatile trade mean new surcharges through December.
Discover what’s shaping volumes and the review the evolving outlook for U.S. intermodal marketsPorts & drayage
Shifting U.S. driver rules, Canadian winter delays and Houston port congestion are disrupting drayage capacity and transit times—find out what’s next for global drayage.
Monitor port drayage capacity trends to stay ahead of evolving booking delays and regulatory impactsCanada, Mexico & cross-border
Non-automotive exports from Mexico surge as road blockades and tariffs reshape North American supply chains.
Explore the export trends, operational risks and strategic opportunities shaping North America cross-border deliveryTrade policy & customs
U.S. expands Brazil tariff exemptions, extends China exclusions and advances CPSC import filing rules.
Explore the latest trade policy shifts, including new tariff exemptions and regulatory deadlines for importersGovernment & regulations
Nearly 44% of U.S. truck-driving schools may not meet training standards after a federal review, sparking greater scrutiny and higher enforcement.
Discover how new government regulations could affect driver availability, safety and costsDiesel fuel
In November, U.S. diesel prices rose year-over-year while Mexico's remained steady and Canada’s spiked briefly.
Track the latest diesel price trends for North America to make informed fuel purchasing decisions
