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01/11/2024

Open to work: The supply chain hiring episode vol. 1 | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 778 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by special guest co-host Morgan MacDermaid. We’re teaming up to help get our brothers and sisters who are between roles hired. Before becoming a podcaster, I had a brutal time between jobs in 2017, so this topic hits very close to my heart.

We’ll meet two amazing candidates from sales, operations and leadership who are all looking to add value to an organization in this space. You’ll meet Jason Barry from the leadership and training side; and Christopher Pride comes from operations.

Tune in to learn about their struggles finding a job, and Morgan and I will give you all the tools you need to give yourself the best chance to get hired.

Plus, we’ll look at how AI is creeping into the hiring and recruitment process and why that’s bad news for you.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/open-to-work-the-supply-chain-hiring-episode-what-the-truck

30/10/2024

A Very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Halloween ’24

On Episode 777 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is celebrating the Halloween season by looking at the numbers behind the holiday. With holiday sales stagnant, will we be looking at a spot market nightmare?

With one parking spot for every 11 drivers, finding a place to pull over for the night can be its own horror story. Truck Parking Club’s Evan Shelley and a Sasquatch stop by to talk about how they’re slaying the truck parking shortage.

ShipHero’s Aaron Rubin knows a thing or two about holiday demand. We’ll get the warehousing perspective on how the Christmas stocking season is shaping up. Rubin also tells us what we need to know about changes to de minimis shipments.

As a claims support specialist, Eric Furtado’s job is to clean up the supply chain crime scene. We’ll find out how claims work, how to prove your case and what goes into moving delicate commodities like flowers.

Plus, a look at how Halloween is being celebrated around the supply chain.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/a-very-what-the-truck-halloween-3

28/10/2024

How scary is the Q4 trucking market?; trucker loses 200 pounds; carrier bankruptcy | WHAT THE TRUCK

On Episode 776 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Kyle Taylor about whether carriers will have a frightening time in the freight market this quarter. They’ll break down all the volumes, rejects and rates driving the market into 2024.

Truck drivers have an average life expectancy of 61. Garrett Steenblik was driving cross country when he saw himself heading full speed toward an early grave. Now, he’s lost 200 pounds and is spreading the message on trucker fitness.

Freight free agent Dan de Varona brings nearly a decade of sales and marketing experience to the industry. He isn’t some fly-by-night job jumper either. Varona has held down positions for over three years at companies like Truckstop and HaulPay. Today, you’ll find out why he’s going to be the next best addition to your sales squad.

Plus, Illinois trucking company files for bankruptcy; report says Russia aided Houthis in Red Sea; Covenant rings the NYSE opening bell; Peterbilt tree houses; robot landscaping dogs; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player, FreightWaves’ YouTube and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-scary-is-the-q4-trucking-market-trucker-loses-200-pounds-carrier-bankruptcy-what-the-truck

25/10/2024

Data behind cargo and rail theft epidemic; DOT puts $30M towards parking | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 775 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Overhaul’s Danny Ramon to look at the data behind the cargo and rail theft epidemic. We all saw the recent rail looting in Chicago and have heard the ever increasing reports of freight theft, but what do the numbers say?

DOT is putting $30 million towards truck parking. We’ll get the latest details on what’s happening from OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh.

Part 5 of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America.”

Plus, is TikTok causing a cucumber shortage, Tesla and Nikola ramp up EV semis; Black Ops 6 and Transformers One impressions; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/data-behind-cargo-and-rail-theft-epidemic-dot-puts-30m-towards-parking-what-the-truck

23/10/2024

Flexport CEO says 80% chance of port strike; art of freight photography | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 774 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen’s prediction that there’s an 80% chance the ILA goes back on strike January 15th. With automation still up for debate, this strike could hit 5 days before the US inaugurates a new president and just two weeks before Chinese New Year.

Think freight is a big ugly business? Nick Souza transforms the ordinary world of freight into the extraordinary world of massive machines that it is. He’ll tell us the stories behind some of his most amazing pictures.

We’re in the middle of a devastating hurricane season that just slammed the Southeast with Helene and Milton. Reliance Partners’ Ashley Hammonds tells us how natural disasters are impacting truck insurance rates.

Part 4 of our new documentary ‘Rebuilding the Gateway to America’ looks at partnerships in Southern California.

Plus, Illinois trucking company lays off most of its drivers; robot dog landscapers; mariner dogs that can strap and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexport-ceo-says-80-chance-of-port-strike-art-of-freight-photography-what-the-truck

21/10/2024

Trucking’s top issues; software driving Nikola; Port of Los Angeles $1T quarter? | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 773 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is looking at the American Transportation Research Institute’s list of 2024 Top Trucking Issues. The economy and lawsuit reform top the list while major issues like driver health and freight theft remain absent.

The Port of Los Angeles eyes $1 trillion in imports for the quarter. In part three of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America,” we take a look at how the Southern California ports are handling record freight flows and how the drayage community is preparing for a zero-emissions future.

Nikola’s Ryan May breaks down the brains behind the company’s zero-emissions semitrucks. We’ll find out how Nikola’s connected ecosystem works and what role software plays in zero-emissions efficiency.

It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so Travelers’ Rehman Khan stops by to tell us how black hat hackers are breaking into supply chains right now. We’ll learn about their most popular methods, what they’re winning with and how to protect yourself.

Plus, Trump asks if you’d like fries with that; rate the strap work; how to eat at White Castle; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truckings-top-issues-software-driving-nikola-port-of-los-angeles-1t-quarter-what-the-truck

18/10/2024

How NASA is shipping humans back to the moon; Duty Drawback 101 | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 772 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to NASA’s Logan Kennedy about the logistics of sending humans back to the moon. We’ll find out how they’re preparing for the Artemis missions, how the landers they’re using work, and what we hope to gain from it back here on Earth. We’ll also let some kids ask NASA.

Dooner’s former boss and mentor at FedEx Trade Networks, Tamara Collyer, takes us to school with some Duty Drawback 101. We’ll find out how shippers are getting 99% of their tariffs back.

Part 2 of our new documentary ‘Rebuilding the Gateway to America’ looks at how the ports are handling volume, labor, and sustainability for the drayage community.

Plus, FedEx’s Panda Express; DHL’s $9 million duct tape dress; more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-nasa-is-shipping-humans-back-to-the-moon-duty-drawback-101-what-the-truck

16/10/2024

How Spirit Halloween is doing same-day delivery; Hazmat 101; from NFL to broker | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 771 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Roadie CEO Marc Gorlin about how Spirit Halloween is delivering this spooky season. Spirit Halloween, North America’s leading Halloween retailer, is tackling this with its first e-commerce same-day delivery program with the help of Roadie, a UPS company, to offer same-day delivery from Spirit Halloween's online store across the U.S.

What do you need to know about running hazmat in 2024? Starz HazMat Consulting CEO Wendy Buckley schools us in the art of transporting hazardous materials.

Justin Boren went from the NFL to opening a brokerage. What’s harder, and does anything you learn inside the huddle apply to the brokerage floor? We’ll find out.

This summer the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach saw record import volumes. We went down there to film a documentary about the resurgence of America’s gateway ports, how they’re dealing with automation and how the drayage community is handling electrification of their fleets. Today, we present Episode 1 of “Rebuilding America’s Gateway to America.”

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-spirit-halloween-is-doing-same-day-delivery-hazmat-101-from-nfl-to-broker-what-the-truck

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15/10/2024

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14/10/2024

Rail looting in Chicago; logistics of hurricane relief and FEMA loads | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 770 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by Justin Martin to talk about rail looting in Chicago; SpaceX’s historic launch; QR code parking scams; DHL’s Tesla Semi testing results; drinking raw milk; and more.

How do FEMA and disaster relief loads work in 2024, and what is the role of trucking in times of crisis? BWS Logistics’ Cecelia Hull tells us everything we need to know to get trucking during and after a natural disaster.

Pilot has teamed up with the University of Tennessee and the Red Cross to help bring aid to those impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton. We’ll find out from Jordan Spradling about their Mountain Strong campaign. We’ll also learn how truck stops manage fuel and shelter during disasters.

Plus, Amazon delivery driver’s bad day; rate the strap work; Nerf parties; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/rail-looting-in-chicago-logistics-of-hurricane-relief-and-fema-loads-what-the-truck

11/10/2024

Robovan and Musk’s autonomous prediction; breakeven cost per mile; parking | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 769 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by freight analyst Tanner DeHart. We’re breaking down the market and how it impacts truck cost. We’ll also look at how breakeven can vary wildly between carriers.

On Thursday Elon Musk predicted that all transportation would be autonomous within 50 years. Just hours later, Tesla revealed its Robotaxi and Robovans. We’ll look at what those are and whether his prediction could come true.

Truck Parking Club’s Reed Loustalot gets into the paid versus free parking debate and how they’re expanding their services across the nation.

Lexmark’s Brant Nystrom shares the latest on their deployment of AI in truck operations. What are they doing with it? We’ll find out.

Plus, Northern lights of North America; strapping down a house; crashing Volvos; WTT releases documentary on Southern California ports.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/robovan-and-musks-autonomous-prediction-breakeven-cost-per-mile-parking-what-the-truck

09/10/2024

The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Just a few short years ago they were ground zero for the supply chain crisis. Today, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are seeing record import levels. Those will only grow as ports from Maine to Texas could go on strike again, leaving Los Angeles and Long Beach as two of few major ports in the country open for business.

Along with that, the ports as well as the drayage community are tasked with hitting some very real zero-emissions goals by 2030. Are we seeing an end to the freight recession in real time? Can the shipping community meet its environmental goals? Who are the players and what is the tech paving the way for this future?

We had to jump a plane from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to LAX to see what the truck is up with the gateway to the USA: the Southern California ports.

Featuring Port of Long Beach’s Noel Hacegaba; Talon’s Emmanuel Carrillo and Isaac Castaneda; Harbor Trucking Association’s Matt Schrap; Swire’s Iain Stewart; Braid Theory’s Ann Carpenter; Forum Mobility’s Ron Hunt; Long Beach Container Terminal’s Charlie Doucette and Bonnie Nixon; PortPro’s Walker Banks; Vendorflow’s Eric Rodriguez; and WHAT THE TRUCK?!?’s Dooner.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/rebuilding-the-gateway-to-america

09/10/2024

Hurricane Milton hits Florida and freight markets; Waffle House Index | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 768 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Hurricane Milton’s devastating path toward Florida. With the Southeast still recovering from Helene, Milton heads for Florida as a Category 4 hurricane.

We’ll look at the impacts the storms are having on the freight market, the roads, the people and the places they’ve put underwater in October. We’ll also find how the Florida government works with the Waffle House storm center, and we’ll see what that Waffle House Index is saying.

The port strike may be over for now, but Jan. 15 is just three months away. Will the ILA head right back to the picket line when its extension expires, and what impacts are shippers facing now? CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco shares the latest news.

Brokers and carriers getting along? They said it would never happen but that was before the Broker Carrier Summit came along. Robert Bain and Rob McCutcheon tell us what to expect at this upcoming event.

TIE’s Tyler Christensen and Sandy Scardina talk about a new insurance program and talk about hurricane damage to semitrucks.

Plus, riding out Milton in a boat; a jumbotron for your kitchen; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/hurricane-milton-hits-florida-and-freight-markets-waffle-house-index-what-the-truck

07/10/2024

Port strike aftermath; load board for US-Mexico freight; Milton eyes Florida | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 767 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Hurricane Milton’s pathway towards Florida and the incredible relief efforts some logistics companies are providing in the Asheville, North Carolina, area.

The port strike has been resolved for now, but just how disruptive were those three days of lockdown last week? xChange’s Christian Roeloffs breaks down the impacts from what shutting down every major port on the East and Gulf coasts had. We'll also find out what we need to know about negotiations between the International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance prior to Jan. 15.

There’s a new load board for U.S.-Mexico freight. Cargado’s Matt Silver says it’s “like running a mini-bid at the lane level and getting all your carriers and rates in one place.” We’ll find out who it is for and how it works.

What’s the good, bad and ugly of driver recruiting right now? Rig on Wheels’ Kameel Gaines talks about the driver market.

Plus, Arkansas shocks Tennessee; WWE Bad Blood draws in Atlanta; headphones for dogs; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/port-strike-aftermath-load-board-for-us-mexico-freight-milton-eyes-florida-what-the-truck

04/10/2024

Port strike ends; J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson; University of Arkansas | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 766 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the ILA port strike ending. Thursday afternoon a deal was reached that extended the ILA’s master contract until Jan. 15. How quickly can supply chains recover from this week’s shutdown, and what led to the resolution? We’re breaking it down.

J.B. Hunt CEO and President Shelley Simpson is one of the most dynamic leaders in the entire supply chain industry. This year she ascended to the CEO position at J.B. Hunt and has been passionate about spreading her mission based on people, process and innovation.

We’ll find out from Simpson about:
How they honor drivers.
How they’re bringing awareness to mental health.
A new partnership with UpLabs.
Any potential fallout from the strike.
And with a big game against the University of Tennessee Volunteers coming up, we may even call the Hogs.

Professors and students from the University of Arkansas Sam M. Walton College of Business drop by to tell us the latest about their program this semester. With port strikes, pandemics, toilet paper shortages, global conflict and reshoring, there’s no shortage of real-life supply chain lessons for students to break down. David Dobrzykowski, Marc Scott and Henry Lee tell us what’s good with supply chain education.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/port-strike-ends-j-b-hunts-shelley-simpson-university-of-arkansas-what-the-truck

04/10/2024

Port strike Day 2; fighting forever FreightGuards; USA’s new largest truckstop | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 764 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to What’s Going On With Shipping’s Sal Mercogliano about the ILA port strikes as they enter Day 2. With ports from Maine to Houston shut down due to the strike, what impacts will we see in the supply chain, how are negotiations going, and when will it end? We’ll break it down.

With Carrier411 announcing the FreightGuards can’t be deleted, a new startup called Carrier Defender is the latest line of defense for trucking companies looking to protect their reputations. We’ll find out from Aleks Bates and Dan Artaev how they’re helping carriers fight back against fallacious Freightguards.

Move over Iowa 80, there’s a new largest truck stop in town. This month, Outpost is opening a 30-acre truck stop in Dundee, Illinois, with 1,000 spaces, which tops Iowa 80’s 900 spots. We’ll find out from Trent Cameron why they built it, whom it will serve and when it will open.

Plus, Walmart and others join Helene relief effort; serial truck tire slasher strikes again; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/port-strike-day-2-fighting-forever-freightguards-usas-new-largest-truckstop-what-the-truck

30/09/2024

How logistics companies are helping with Helene recovery; ports strike tomorrow | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 764 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Operation Airdrop’s Ryan Spellman about how they’re flying in aid to those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Operation Airdrop uses volunteer pilots to deliver critical supplies. With I-40 and parts of I-26 shut down, their work is more crucial than ever.

With just hours to go before ports from Maine to Texas go on strike, we’ll take a look at how shippers and logistics firms are bracing themselves for impact. On Sunday, President Joe Biden reiterated that he would not invoke Taft-Hartley while the International Longshoremen’s Association has voted to strike. How long will it last and how will supply chains get hit? We’ll find out from OEC Group's Joseph Firrincieli.

J. J. Keller’s John Lovan clears up misconceptions around drug and alcohol testing regulations.

Multi Service Fuel Card’s Jessica Dotson talks about the fight against fuel fraud.

Plus, serial tire slasher strikes relief trucks; all modes of delivery used for hurricane relief; and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-logistics-companies-are-helping-with-helene-recovery-ports-strike-tomorrow-what-the-truck

27/09/2024

The perfect storms: Hurricane and port strikes | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 762 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Kaylee Nix about the fallout from Hurricane Helene, which made landfall days before ports are set to go on strike across the East and Gulf coasts. We’ll look into how this convergence of perfect storms will hit supply chains.

Freight theft is out of control but Next 72 Intelligence may have a solution. Bruce Anderson shares how they’re using cellphone geolocation tracking to collar cargo thieves.

ODeX is trying to simplify payments for truck drivers. Binai Thoppil talks about how their new partnership with PayPal is helping them achieve that.

Plus, RIP Dave MacMillian; serial tire slashers strike again; Waymo vandalized with passenger inside; Waffle House conference booths; and more.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-perfect-storms-hurricane-and-port-strikes-what-the-truck

25/09/2024

NASA’s Barge Pegasus: The massive rocket ferry | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 762 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by NASA’s Jason Dickerson to talk about the logistics of moving rockets. From barge to space, how does this type of heavy haul work? We’ll find out the logistics of NASA’s barge Pegasus.

Ryder and Terminal have teamed up to digitize yards and have achieved 99% accuracy with AI computer vision. We’ll find out how from RyderVenture’s Mike Plasencia and Terminal Industries’ Max Constant.

Plus, shippers scramble before port stikes; hurricane Helene heads for Florida; FreightTech 100 announced and more.

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/nasas-barge-pegasus-the-massive-rocket-ferry-what-the-truck

23/09/2024

Tariffs: This election’s political weapon; Think Train Week; warehousing report | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 761 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about global trade and tariffs with OEC Group’s Erik Rosica. Rosica discusses how tariffs are the new political weapon in industrial relations and how supply chains are being impacted. From Section 321 tariffs to Trump’s vow to raise tariffs on China, will supply chains pay the price?

You know all those videos we post of trucks getting hit by trains? Operation Lifesaver is trying to put a stop to them and all train tragedies by bringing awareness to rail safety this Think Train Week. Operation Lifesaver’s Jennifer DeAngelis gets us on the right track when considering safety around trains.

Buske Logistics just added five more warehouses to its portfolio. We’ll catch up with Steve Schlect to find out about that strategic move, warehousing trends and what areas are hot right now.

Plus, Tennessee Volunteers equipment truck crashes in Arkansas; rail load toppled in Texas; cargo theft surges in Mexico; how many cameras to keep a truck safe; and more.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/tariffs-this-elections-political-weapon-think-train-week-warehousing-report-what-the-truck

18/09/2024

Cost parity with diesel is a must for semi truck electrification to get in gear | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode of 759 WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Net Zero Carbon Summit.

At the event we’ll catch a preview of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America.” In this segment we’ll look at the need for cost parity with diesel in order for electric semis to get in gear. We’re also going on a test drive in a Nikola battery electric truck and a hydrogen powered fuel cell EV.

Link Logistics Tyler Deaton talks about solar, LED and EV solutions that fleets are having success with.

Greenabl’s Roman Ramirez on what options are expanding for companies to decarbonize their supply chains.

Plus, the Dooner boys talk about how kids see the future; a trucker invents inward cam dash cam defeat; and a look at old school trucking

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cost-parity-with-diesel-is-a-must-for-semi-truck-electrification-to-get-in-gear-what-the-truck

16/09/2024

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week cynicism; spot market sputters | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 758 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is kicking off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week by checking in with the drivers and seeing why they’re so cynical about it. We’ll learn what driver appreciation is really about as well as some of the deals and events the industry is putting out there for truckers.

Neither Labor Day nor Hurricane Francine was much help when it came to propping up the spot market. Low rates have carriers limping through September.

Travelers’ Craig Leinauer looks at the most challenging commodities trucks haul. What’s the insurance industry’s perspective on freight, and how do you protect these loads? We’ll find out.

Arvist’s Nilay Parikh tells us about the latest in warehouse AI. Can it make the docks move faster?

J.J. Keller’s Josh Lovan talks about the importance of safety programs and how one of theirs reduced accidents by 15%.

Plus, NTSB investigates Tesla Semi fire that shut down freeway for 15 hours; Red Bull goes intermodal; freight broker mode; and more.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/national-truck-driver-appreciation-week-cynicism-spot-market-sputters-what-the-truck

13/09/2024

Attorney breaks down $462M Wabash National verdict; cargo theft up 49% in H1 | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 757 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Wabash National getting hit with a $462 million verdict in a trailer equipment case. Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler breaks down the case he calls “The largest strict liability verdict against a trailer manufacturer in US History.”

Here’s something scarier than Jason Voorhees this Friday the 13th. Cargo theft is up 49% in the first half of 2024. Overhaul’s Danny Ramon breaks down the shocking statistics on an issue many freight executives are calling their biggest supply chain risk.

Wireless inductive charging is coming to an EV semitruck near you. InductEV’s Weston LaBar drops by to get us up to speed on their new deal with EO Charging.

Plus, Biden administration targets De Minimis exemptions; barge vs. bridge; tank vs. train; and a preview of WHAT THE TRUCK’S?!? new documentary on the drayage community at the SoCal ports.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/attorney-breaks-down-462m-wabash-national-verdict-cargo-theft-up-49-in-h1-what-the-truck

11/09/2024

Over 160,000 CDL holders impacted by new law; NASCAR’s William Byron | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On Episode 756 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to J.J. Keller’s Kathy Close about changes to your CDL and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. With over 160,000 drivers in prohibited status, we’ll find out how this will impact your drivers and your fleet.

NASCAR driver William Byron dropped by Relay Payments’ office on the eve of the Quaker State 400 playoff series race in Atlanta. We’ll learn about the logistics of prepping for race day.

AVRL’s Chadd Olesen weighs in on the good, the bad and the ugly in FreightTech.

Adam Wingfield and Dan Lindsey get you pumped for their upcoming conference, the Broker Carrier Summit.

Plus, a preview of WTT’s trip to Long Beach; truckers at NASCAR; the future of work and more.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/over-160000-cdl-holders-impacted-by-new-law-nascars-william-byron-what-the-truck

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Have you been interviewed by an AI HR rep yet? I asked the best recruiter in freight what she thought of this new tech #ai #hr #jobs #career #hiring #tech #recruitment #whatthetruck #freightbroker #3pl #supplychain #logistics #trucking #freightwaves #shipping

Dates to watch 10.31 - Halloween 🎃 11.5 - Election 🇺🇸 11.19 - FreightWaves F3 🚛 #f3 #conference #shipping #freightwaves #chattanooga #logistics #whatthetruck #stonetemplepilots #truck #trucking #freightbroker

Caught up with Truck Parking Club’s CEO to ask about their truck stop strategy #parking #trucking #semitruck #semitok #truckstop #hos #dot #halloween #whatthetruck #truckparkingclub #freightwaves

DHL parcel attack linked to Russia. How is it impacting air freight? #airfreight #dhl #parcel #trucking #planes #shipping #germany #poland #whatthetruck #shiphero #freightwaves #ecommerce

🎃Halloween retail sales fall from last year’s record numbers🎃 #halloween #holidayspending #economy #spookyseason #spirithalloween #trucking #supplychain #retail #sales #shipping #whatthetruck

Our fog machine wasn’t playing 😭 #fog #halloween #whatthetruck #trucking #truckparking #freightwaves #holidays #fogmachine #podcast #cybertruck #tesla #marketing #supplychain

🎃How scary is the truckload freight market this Halloween🎃 #trucking #shipping #logistics #supplychain #semitruck #semitok #freightbroker #logistics #3pl #peakseason #halloween #whatthetruck #freightwaves

The average trucker has a life span of 61! This driver wanted to do something about it so he lost 200lbs! #trucking #truckers #health #fitness #weightloss #supplychain #shipping #otr #diet #semitok #semitruck #whatthetruck #freightwaves

Dot puts $30M towards truck parking. OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh tells us about it #truck #trucking #ooida #shipping #dot #logistics #freightbroker #trucker #semitruck #freightwaves #whatthetruck #parking #truckparking

Looking at the data behind cargo theft and rail lootings in LA and Chicago #rail #looting #theft #crime #freight #cargo #shipping #trains #intermodal #supplychain #trucking #freightbroker #whatthetruck #freightwaves #chicago #losangeles

How did the Atlanta Falcons get that amazing shot of their mascot hanging from the roof of their stadium? #atlantafalcons #falcons #pics #photograph #insta360 #logistics #nicksouza #whatthetruck #freightwaves

The logistics of taking pics of freight with pro photographer Nick Souza #photography #pics #airfreight #msc #supercars #trucking #shipping #pictures #supplychain #whatthetruck #nicksouza

Flexport’s CEO Ryan Petersen predicts that there is an 80% chance that the ILA will go back on strike at ports from Maine to Texas on 1/15 #portstrike #ila #union #ports #shipping #globaltrade #flexport #freightwaves #whatthetruck #supplychain #election

Batteries drive the truck, but how does Nikola’s software work? #nikola #bev #fcev #sustainability #trucking #whatthetruck #freightwaves #software #tech #tesla

ATRI’s Top Trucking Industry issues survey is out. Freight theft and driver health remain absent while “driver shortage” remains 🙃 #truck #trucking #semitruck #semitok #atri #ata #dat #freightwaves #truckstop #freightbroker #health #theft #whatthetruck

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