Americans lost an average of 63 hours to traffic delays in 2024 — the highest ever recorded. That’s nearly eight full workdays per commuter, with congestion costing the nation an estimated $269 billion annually. But the report finds that gridlock isn’t confined to traditional rush hours anymore. Midday, midweek and even weekend traffic are worsening as hybrid work schedules, online shopping and lifestyle shifts reshape travel patterns. Truck congestion has risen 19% since 2019, nearly double the rate for all vehicles, straining freight networks in fast-growing metro regions.
