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Freight Ahead
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Freight Ahead

Insights into the Road Ahead for Capacity, Regulation, and Rate Recovery

n this special episode of Market Vitals, we break down the seismic shifts in the freight market and the data behind what’s coming in 2026. Hosted by Mitchell Lewis of Fetch Freight with expert insights from Brett Langford (Fetch Freight) and Tim Denoyer of ACT Research, this conversation explores:

  • Class 8 truck order trends and why we’re facing the longest stretch below replacement levels in over a decade

  • How EPA regulations and tariffs are reshaping fleet investment decisions

  • The implications of non-domiciled CDLs and FMCSA rule changes on capacity

  • The untold story behind freight market drag: immigration policy, CDL issuance, and ELD fraud

  • What ACT’s forecasting models suggest for spot rates, demand recovery, and capacity crunches in 2026 and beyond

With exclusive ACT data, market commentary, and expert Q&A, this episode is essential listening for shippers, brokers, and carriers planning for what’s next.

Produced in partnership with ACT Research — your trusted source for actionable freight forecasting.

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