Keeping Freight Moving: What to Expect Post-Great Freight Recession

The Great Freight Recession that began in 2022 is still impacting the freight and fleet logistics sector—but leading economic indicators point to a gradual recovery that could begin as early as fall 2024.

As the economy rebounds from the Great Freight Recession, the U.S. freight industry faces some significant economic and structural pressures. These changes will bring fresh challenges and opportunities to the trucking industry—and forward-thinking fleet managers should consider ways to stay ahead of the curve.

What to expect after the Great Freight Recession

Transportation professionals should download the white paper to explore the following trends:

Rising costs will put new pressure on fleet operations
Employers will need to prioritize cost-conscious travel
Inflation means employers must remove the burden of travel costs from their drivers
Drivers are still seeking reliable and safe truck parking

Download the white paper to read what the transportation industry is doing to address these industry challenges and opportunities.

How CLC Lodging can help

CLC Lodging provides a flexible and robust lodging and expense management program that includes the technology, tools, and support transportation professionals rely on. With CLC, trucking and freight companies can:

Ensure that drivers get a good night’s rest with flexible, cost-controlled lodging—throughout the U.S. and Canada
Filter hotel options by the type of truck parking (3 types)
Support their travelers and enforce travel policies
Leverage advanced expense management and reimbursement tools

CLC Lodging is in it for the long haul

Read the full white paper to learn how savvy companies are adjusting strategic operations following the Great Freight Recession. Interested in becoming a CLC Member? Speak to a solutions expert today!

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