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Procurement Market Intelligence Report

Semi Trucks
Sourcing Guide & Market Trends

Comprehensive intelligence for making smart purchasing decisions

Learn about actual and potential costs

How much should I pay for Semi Trucks?

What is the average price of Semi Trucks?

This procurement report includes pricing information to help you purchase Semi Trucks. Our analysts provide a benchmark price and a price range based on key pricing factors to help you understand what you should be paying for this specific product or service. To see the average price for this and hundreds of other products and services, subscribe to ProcurementIQ.

Has the price of Semi Trucks been rising or falling?


I’m not ready to purchase Semi Trucks yet. Will I pay more if I wait too long?


What other costs are associated with purchasing Semi Trucks?

Our analysts calculate the total cost of ownership and assign a level of low, moderate or high, depending on things like customization, integration and installation. Use this information to budget for Semi Trucks with a reduced risk of unexpected costs.


Find the vendor to meet your needs

Where can I purchase Semi Trucks?

The market for semi trucks is highly concentrated. In total, there are an estimated 35 manufacturers and 2,300 distributors offering semi trucks in the United States. However, four suppliers (Daimler, Paccar, Volvo and Navistar) currently control more than 80.0% of the total market revenue. During the three years to 2020,... Subscribe to learn more.

Questions to ask potential suppliers

How can I gain leverage during negotiations?

Cab Options

What cab options do you offer?

What types of sleeper cabs do you offer?

Can my cab be customized?

Do you offer aftermarket cab parts?

How do your cab options impact price?

Fuel Efficiency

What fuel-saving options do you offer?

Do you offer trucks with advanced engine technology that improves efficiency (e.g. electric, hybrid, biodiesel or natural gas engines)?

Are any of your trucks outfitted with aerodynamic body panels?

Are any of your trucks fitted with more fuel-efficient tires?

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Key elements for every RFP

What should my Semi Trucks RFP include?

Project Budget

Buyers should explicitly state the amount for the award.

Buyers should describe the desired type of supply contract (i.e., payment terms, contract length, etc.).

Buyers should explain the schedule by which payments will be made.

For assistance in ascertaining a reasonable price and price range for semi trucks, buyers can consult the Benchmark Price section of this report.

Selection Criteria

Buyers should look for suppliers that have been in business for a long time and have experience serving similar businesses.


Buyers should give preference to suppliers that offer warranties, maintenance services and other value-added services.


Project Schedule


Buyers need to provide due dates for their delivered semi trucks.


Evaluate major factors to mitigate risk

How risky is the Semi Trucks supply chain?

The supply chain for semi trucks is moderately risky, largely due to the extensive variety of inputs involved in the manufacturing process. Major first tier suppliers include steel manufacturers, metal stamping and forging companies, tool suppliers and tire manufacturers. Many semi truck parts are made with steel, including the truck's... Subscribe to learn more.