The truckload market has long been plagued by stress caused by tender acceptance rates, but users had no direct index tracking the volume of freight that actually cleared the process and moved. SONAR's new Accepted SONAR Truckload Volume Index (ASTVI) fills this gap by isolating accepted truckload demand from rejection activity.
The index is available at three levels: national, regional, and market, providing a comprehensive view of the truckload market. It updates daily, covering total accepted volume, van, and reefer shipments, as well as week-over-week, month-over-month, and year-over-year change metrics for each.
In soft market conditions, the distinction between tendered and accepted freight becomes increasingly important, as routing guide compliance deteriorates and the spread between offered and accepted loads widens. ASTVI gives brokers, carriers, shippers, and analysts a direct view of this spread without having to manually back into it from multiple indices.
The introduction of ASTVI is a significant development in supply chain management, providing a more accurate picture of the truckload market. This clarity can help mitigate the impact of soft market conditions and inform better decision-making for industry stakeholders.
SONAR's Accepted SONAR Truckload Volume Index is available now to subscribers, who can access a pre-made dashboard here. Full ticker documentation is also available in SONAR's Knowledge Center.
The launch of ASTVI coincides with other industry events focused on supply chain management and freight technology. The F3: Future of Freight Festival, scheduled for October 27-28, 2026, will feature keynotes, rapid-fire technology demos, and networking opportunities for industry leaders.
The Supply Chain AI Symposium, taking place on July 15, 2026, will bring together operators, founders, and enterprise leaders to discuss the deployment of AI in supply chain management. These events underscore the growing importance of data-driven decision-making in the truckload market.
As the truckload market continues to evolve, the introduction of ASTVI provides a valuable tool for industry stakeholders seeking to better understand the dynamics at play. By providing a more accurate picture of accepted freight volume, ASTVI can help inform strategic decisions and drive growth in the sector.
The Accepted SONAR Truckload Volume Index is an important step forward in supply chain management, offering a more comprehensive view of the truckload market than ever before.
The introduction of the Accepted SONAR Truckload Volume Index provides a more accurate picture of the truckload market, helping to mitigate the impact of soft market conditions.
