State of Freight TODAY

Weekly Transportation Update: Auto and Light Truck Sales Decline But Remain Above 2022 Average

Written by The FTR Experts | 6/12/23 1:00 PM

Auto sector continues to fuel higher U.S. imports from Mexico and Canada.


  • Auto and light truck sales declined in May but were still well above the 2022 average.
  • Wholesale inventories are still highly elevated relative to sales..
  • Spot volume falls during Memorial Day holiday week, but rates change little..
  • Intermodal and carload volumes fall as expected during the holiday week..