FTR | Ask the Experts

How do Class 8 orders compare to build levels?

Written by Don Ake | Jan 25, 2022 3:46:00 PM

Don Ake compares heavy truck orders and build levels and analyses the disparities.

This Q&A response from The FTR Experts came from our January State of Freight - 2022 Transportation Market Update webinar. View the video and the key takeaways below.

 
Key Takeaways:
  • Orders are typically slightly ahead of builds as OEMs manage orders based on what they feel capable of producing.
  • July's high amount of orders was balanced by November's low amount.