The annual CVSA International Roadcheck, held from May 13–15, 2025, had a significant impact on freight dynamics. During this 72-hour inspection blitz, the number of active trucks dropped by nearly 14%, causing a spike in load-to-truck ratios across the board.
 • Dry Van ratio surged to 7.4 (up 60%)
 • Reefer ratio increased to 15.8 — the highest in nearly a decade for this season.

This led to a temporary freight imbalance, driving up demand and potentially boosting rates for carriers. It’s a key reminder of how compliance events can drastically shift short-term market conditions.

Source: The Trucker – Roadcheck Effects