2026 Freight Trends Report

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To our valued partners,
What an incredible year!
It is with a deep sense of gratitude and pride that we continue to partner with exceptional clients who pave the way forward in the transportation industry. This year, we navigated a tight capacity market, experienced the most volatile energy market in decades, and focused on calculating emissions baselines. You, our clients, continue to be at the center of everything we do, and we continue to innovate new solutions to advance your transportation networks. We’ve expanded our market knowledge with the evolving supply chain so we can continue to effectively deliver proactive and transparent market information to inform your strategies. It is with your trust that we continue to succeed in transportation management, and we appreciate your partnership.
In 2023, we look forward to continued collaboration and innovation. We wish you a happy holiday season filled with joy, peace, and love.
In February, the team was united in one location: The Breakthrough Collaboration Hub. Located in Titletown, the Collaboration Hub is the perfect location to spark innovation, and we invite you to see and use the space.
In April, we launched CleanMile, the first end-to-end transportation emissions management solution that enables shippers to track, plan and execute emissions reduction initiatives. The platform was built with you, our clients, in mind and we are excited to show it to you if you have not seen a demo.
In early August, we connected with many of our clients at Lambeau Field for The Mercury Group. The 14th annual event presented the opportunity to reflect, learn, and develop agile transportation network strategies.
In late August, Doug Mueller passed the leadership role to John Teggart. John joined the Breakthrough team with a deep set of industry knowledge, a passion for serving clients, and a willingness to listen, learn and push the boundaries of transportation management. John is eager to meet each of you! Please watch for an invite in the coming year, if you have not connected.

7 min read
January 30, 2026
Maximize performance with proven fleet optimization strategies. Learn how to manage driver compliance and leverage expanding fuel margins for real savings.
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5 min read
January 22, 2026
Stricter English Language Proficiency rules are impacting driver capacity. See our data on how this is leading to upward linehaul rate pressure in 2026.
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5 min read
January 20, 2026
Understand the latest trends in reefer rates. Our data analysis dissects if the market is in a seasonal swing or facing a true inflection point.
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