Key Stats and Trends Shaping the U.S. Trucking Industry in 2025

 

Trucking doesn’t just move freight, it keeps the entire U.S. economy in motion. Year after year the stats change, but one fact never does: none of it happens without professional truck drivers.

 

Here’s a data-driven look at where American trucking stands in 2025, with insights that matter to the men and women behind the wheel.

 

Freight Keeps America Moving

 

 

  • 72% of all U.S. freight travels by truck, totaling 11.27 billion tons annually.
  • The trucking industry is valued at $2.2 trillion and continues to grow.

When people say trucking is the “backbone of America,” it’s not just a slogan—it’s math.

 

Who’s Behind the Wheel is BIG Business

 

 

  • 75% of drivers are over 45, proving veteran experience still drives the industry.
  • Gen Z drivers are entering the workforce, bringing more diversity and fresh talent.
  • 92% of drivers are male, but the number of women in trucking rises every year.
  • 25.9% of drivers identify as non-White, non-Hispanic, reflecting slow but steady demographic change.

 

Bottom line: trucking’s workforce is evolving, and fleets that embrace diversity will have a recruiting edge.

 

The Driver Shortage Challenge

 

The nationwide truck driver shortage remains significant. Thousands of open positions mean more miles and higher pressure for existing drivers. Solving this shortage is critical for supply-chain stability and on-time deliveries.

 

Small Fleets, Big Economic Impact

 

  • Most U.S. trucking companies operate 10 trucks or fewer.
  • An overwhelming majority run fewer than 100 units.

Translation? Despite its $2.2 trillion size, trucking is largely powered by small fleets, family businesses, and independent owner-operators—the heartbeat of America’s logistics network.


Why It All Matters

 

Without drivers, freight stops and store shelves go empty. From stadiums to supermarkets, every business depends on timely deliveries.

 

That’s why EpicVue+ and EpicWiFi exist—to keep professional drivers connected and entertained on the road. Live TV, football, video calls with family: a little comfort goes a long way when you’re moving 73% of America’s freight.

 

EpicVue+ and EpicWiFi: Entertainment and connectivity built for life on the road.

 

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