Tag: freight demand
AUTO Truck Rentals Rise In June As Fuel Costs Offset Weak Freight Demand

Truck rentals across key long-haul routes remained elevated in June as higher automotive fuel prices offset subdued freight demand, according to the latest market update from Shriram Finance. The report said rentals registered moderate month-on-month increases on several major corridors despite lower fleet utilisation, while freight movement remained constrained as monsoon activity gathered pace. Truck […]

CW Bureau · Jul 7, 2026
AUTO Truck Rentals Stay Wobbly As Fleet Operators Struggle To Pass On Costs

India’s trucking industry remained under pressure in May 2026 despite strong growth in vehicle sales, rising fuel consumption and higher toll collections, highlighting a divergence between freight market conditions and broader mobility trends. According to the latest Shriram Mobility Bulletin, truck rentals remained wobbly during the month as fleet operators grappled with higher fuel costs, […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026