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The 2027 Trailer Capacity Outlook

You shared what you're seeing ahead. Now see how your 2027 plans compare to other fleet, operations and logistics leaders.

Fielded 2026 Carriers · 3PLs · Private fleets
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Demand
0%
expect their trailer capacity needs to increase in 2027
Timing
0%
expect to need additional capacity within 12 months
Cost
0%
expect trailer costs to rise in 2027
Priorities
#1
Mile 01

Who's behind the wheel of this data.

Respondent profile

Respondent role

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Fleet profile

Fleet size (trailers)

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Company profile

Company type

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Why it matters
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Where the fleets are.

Respondents reported the state or region they operate from. The darker the state, the more 2027 planning signal coming out of it.

Geographic footprint

Respondents by state

Respondents
Why it matters
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Sourcing strategy today

Current trailer capacity approach

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Why it matters
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Demand outlook

Expected change in 2027 capacity needs

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Cost outlook

Expected trailer costs in 2027

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Timing of need

When additional capacity will be needed

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Why it matters
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Availability risk

Concern about trailer availability heading into 2027

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Why it matters
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Price leads, but price alone doesn't win.

Buying criteria · up to three selections

Most important provider selection factors

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Why it matters
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Provider satisfaction

Satisfaction with current rental / leasing options

Adjacent scale points from the questionnaire are combined: "somewhat satisfied" with "satisfied", and "somewhat dissatisfied" with "dissatisfied".

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Why it matters

What this means for 2027

The outlook is clear: fleets are planning for more capacity, higher costs and a need to stay flexible as 2027 approaches.

Plan earlier
0%
expect to need additional capacity within 12 months.
Plan for cost
0%
expect trailer costs to rise in 2027.
Keep flexibility
0%
own most or all of their trailers, making flexible capacity an important way to cover the gap when needs change.

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