October 2026 Commercial Truck Guidelines

Pricing Strength Holds in September

Used sleeper tractor pricing increased in late summer. More new drivers entering the industry needed clean used trucks at a time when inventory was tight. Pricing held firm in September, indicating conditions did not change appreciably.

Capacity utilization is at a high level, which should mitigate the value implications of increased trade-ins in upcoming months.

Key Points:

• Sleeper tractor pricing increased in August, held through September
• Retail sales volume remains substantially better than preceding 4 years
• Increased trades still expected in Q4 and into 2027