
Class 8 Retail Sales Drop Year Over Year Despite May Uptick
New heavy-duty truck sales improved month-to-month in May 2026 but remain below prior-year levels as fleets hold back orders.
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New heavy-duty truck sales improved month-to-month in May 2026 but remain below prior-year levels as fleets hold back orders.

Retail sales fell below prior-year levels as buyers wait for sustained freight recovery before committing to new equipment.
Parent company Volvo Group reports combined first-quarter sales decline for VTNA and Mack Trucks amid production throttle.