Freights - USA - Slowing, but no downturn yet
ALEXANDRIA, Va.,USA -Today's Trucking News/Heavy Duty Trucking -Aug. 15, 2005: -- Growth in freight volume will be modest this year compared to '04 and there will be a favourable supply-demand market this coming fall freight season, predicts American Trucking Associations economist Bob Costello... High fuel prices are the major reason for higher transportation costs but the survey also cites the driver shortage and reduced capacity. GMA says consumer products companies are shifting to different modes of transportation where possible, trying to improve trailer utilization, taking advantage of continuous move opportunities and partnering with carriers to secure year-round capacity...
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