#carload-volumes
(4 articles)U.S. Rail Freight Surges 4.1% as Steel & Energy Demand Drives
U.S. rail freight volumes demonstrated robust growth in the week ending August 29, 2026, with total carloads and intermodal units reaching 543,212 units—a 4.1% year-over-year increase. The growth was
Rail Intermodal Surges as Shippers Shift From Trucks
Weekly U.S. rail traffic reached 526,410 combined carloads and intermodal units for the week ending August 1—a 2.4% year-over-year increase—signaling sustained momentum in freight rail. The standout p
US Rail Freight Hits 15-Year High: Industrial Economy Surging
US rail freight volumes are experiencing a significant surge, with the latest AAR (Association of American Railroads) data indicating record-breaking activity across carloads, intermodal transport, an
U.S. Rail Volumes Jump in May—What It Means for Freight
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported meaningful growth in both carload and intermodal volumes during May, signaling strengthening demand in the U.S. domestic freight market. This posit