Trucking Industry Update | May 2024

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Topics covered in this episode:
Overview of Open-Deck Trucking Markets in 2024
Trucking Industry Cost Pressures | Current State
How prices are calculated
What happens in May and Spring in Open-Deck Shipping
How Open-Deck Trucking is Different this May

[@pehrawacouture8762]

ATS used to be one of the best, now they try to squeeze the blood out of owner ops

[@BeyondTheRoadATS]

Thanks for the comment. It's certainly been a tough couple of years for truck drivers - especially independent contractors. ATS hasn't changed anything with the percentage pay structure and other expectations for owner-operators, however, the market is certainly different than it was a couple of years ago. Costs are also higher for repairs and regular maintenance, which doesn't make things any easier for contractors.

[@loribaker6068]

There is no such thing as a backnhaul for owner operator. It’s a company drag so they don’t have to pay well

[@BeyondTheRoadATS]

I am sorry you feel this way. I hope this article provides you with some more information: blog.drive4ats.com/headhaul-backhaul-freight-markets