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Miles To Empty: India's Trucking Sector Signals Economic Drag

A dip in demand for freight haulage reflects broader uncertainties in the nation's growth trajectory.

08 Mar 2025 | 5147 Views | By Shahkar Abidi

For those who track the news of commerce, the rumble of diesel engines across India's vast highway network has long been a reassuring indicator of economic vitality. But a recent dispatch from Shriram Mobility, attuned to the pulse of the transportation sector, suggests a deceleration.

Truck rentals, a bellwether ...

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