Holiday Week Slowdown: USDOT Filings Bunch Early, Plunge on July 4 as Capacity Tightens, Spot Rates Rise, and Class 8 Demand Stays Firm | USDOT Market Analysis Week of 2026-07-05
Introduction The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) recorded a pronounced holiday-effect slowdown in new registrations during the week of June 29–July 5, 2026. Using verified filings for carriers, brokers, and other authorities (e.g., freight forwarders), this analysis examines day-by-day dynamics, week-over-week shifts across segments, and the leading states by daily…
