Why Class 8 Build & Sales Data?

Why Use Class 8 Data?

Class 8 tractors are the backbone of the American freight system. These powerful vehicles move the majority of goods across the country on highways, making them essential to the supply chain. However, for shippers, carriers, and brokers, there has long been a gap in the data needed to make informed decisions about freight movement and pricing. Most industry players rely on traditional demand metrics such as:
  • Cass Freight Index® – Shipments
  • DAT
  • Truckstop
  • FreightWaves
  • Port activity
  • Rail activity
  • Intermodal activity
While these tools offer valuable insights, they’re all lagging indicators that reflect what has already happened. To truly understand where freight rates are headed, you need to look at the other side of the equation: the supply of trucks. This is where Class 8 data becomes critical.

The Power of Actionable Intelligence

1. Reliable Data

Since 1986, ACT Research has been collecting accurate monthly production data directly from North American truck manufacturers for Classes 5 through 8. This means we have one of the most comprehensive and trusted datasets on Class 8 tractor builds and sales. So what does this mean for your business? You get an accurate picture of the U.S. fleet size and market capacity. With our deep historical knowledge of Class 8 tractor populations, we can assess current market conditions and predict future capacity trends. Questions like:
  • Are there too many trucks on the road compared to current demand?
  • Or is there a shortage of available equipment?
  • What will the market look like in 12 months?
are now answerable with real-time data and analysis. By combining our Class 8 data with industry benchmarks like the Cass Freight Index or DAT, you gain a more complete view of the freight market’s health and direction.

2. Strategic Analysis

Beyond just tracking past performance, ACT Research provides forward-looking forecasts of Class 8 tractor sales and production over a 1–5 year horizon. This gives businesses the ability to plan ahead—whether it's for the next quarter or the next two years. With our forecasts, you can anticipate shifts in capacity and adjust your strategies accordingly. ACT Research is the trusted forecaster for major commercial vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers. Our track record includes awards like the 2019 Lawrence R. Klein Blue Chip Award for Forecast Accuracy (2015–2018), The Wall Street Journal Top Economic Outlook, and USA Today’s Top 10 Economic Forecasters. We provide quarterly outlooks on Class 8 tractor sales, helping you prepare for spot and contract rate negotiations, capital planning, risk management, transportation budgeting, and more.

3. Deeper Insights

But ACT doesn’t stop at just forecasting tractor sales. We also forecast key industry metrics that impact the entire freight ecosystem. For example, in 2021, we partnered with Cass Information Systems to develop and forecast the **Cass Truckload Linehaul Index**, which tracks changes in linehaul rates. In addition to that, ACT provides forecasts for:
  • Cass Shipments Index Forecasts
  • Cass Truckload Linehaul Index® Forecasts
  • DAT Dry Van Spot Rate Forecasts
  • DAT Refrigerated Spot Rate Forecasts
  • DAT Flatbed Spot Rate Forecasts
  • LTL Tonnage and Yield Forecasts
  • Intermodal Load and Rate Forecasts
  • U.S. Economic Forecasts
By integrating these insights into your decision-making process, you gain a competitive edge and the confidence to navigate the ever-changing freight landscape.

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