FTR | Ask the Experts

What is the state of carload freight?

Written by Todd Tranausky | Jan 12, 2022 4:52:00 PM

Todd Tranausky looks at carload freight's situation as we enter 2022.

This Q&A response from The FTR Experts came from our December State of Freight - 2021 Lessons & Market Risks webinar. View the video and the key takeaways below.

 
Key Takeaways:
  • Carload has spent the year stuck in neutral with no real changes as it sits below the 5-year average.
  • This is despite the overwhelming demand the economy is facing, suggesting that railroads are having trouble attracting freight.