On Episode 709 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Small Fleet & Owner-Operator Summit.  FreightWaves’ Alan Adler joins the show to talk about electrification options for small fleets. Are any of them viable yet? Truck Parking Club’s Evan Shelley and Hunter Shearer are celebrating their 365th parking location. We’ll learn how they’re rapidly scaling the number of available parking spots for America’s drivers.  Trucker and internet personality King Spud plays a round of what truckers really think. We’ll find out how he feels about lumpers, brokers, driver shortages, check calls and more.  Plus, Tesla lays off 6,000 workers; Heartland Express books another net loss; EXO closes Chattanooga office; and more. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Small Fleet and Owner-Operator Summit keynote, Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association joins us to talk about regulatory impacts facing owner operators. We’ll examine current and proposed legislation from Congress and regulatory moves by the FMCSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the spring freight market and what to expect for the coming months. Our guest, David Spencer, Vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics breaks down some leading indicators for a turn of the freight market. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode Danny Gordon, head of sales & account management at Nuvocargo joins us to dive into US-Mexico cross border trade and what to watch for with the nearshoring boom. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 708 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the great freight data debate between FreightWaves and DAT that’s going down at the Future of Supply Chain in Atlanta in June. The loser of the debate will make a $10,000 donation to the charity of the winner’s choice. The freight recession has now outlasted the pandemic bull run. FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson breaks down our latest report and let’s us know when the market will find a heartbeat.  We’re celebrating Earth Day with Loyalty Logistics’ Sean Laidacker. He lays out his mission to hit carbon neutrality by 2030. We’ll find out how he’s doing it with nanopaints and a little innovation. Trucker CJ Marley is participating in the 35th Anniversary Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy. Marley is fundraising so more deserving kids and their families can know the happiness, relief and renewal a wish can bring. She’ll let us know why she’s involved and how to support her. Donate here. Plus, the hard life of a train conductor; and why you shouldn’t run from the police   Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Stockout, join hosts Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey as they discuss the latest trends and developments in the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries. The duo kickstarts the show with a lively conversation about the unpredictable Michigan weather and then dives into an array of topics, from essential CPG items for a nuclear fallout shelter to the intricacies of supply chain partnerships. Key Insights: Shein’s partnership with Flexport for U.S. marketplace fulfillment and its implications for the e-commerce and airfreight sectors. The rising trend in airfreight rates and how companies like Shein and T-Mo are impacting the air cargo industry. J.B. Hunt’s unique approach to intermodal capacity management and the competitive dynamics across various transportation modes. A detailed look at consumer behavior, spending patterns, and the impact of inflation on retail sales. Plus, discover exclusive content, including the latest insights on the National Retail Federation’s findings, tax refund spending habits, and more. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the ever-evolving world of retail and CPG! Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into a need for more sustainable cold packs in frozen food delivery. Our guest Dr Robert di Loreto, from Thermal Custom Packaging breaks down the current methods for temperature-controlled deliveries and what some new alternatives look like. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and Tony discuss how both carriers and some level of shipper are responding to expectations of a market shift. Plus takeaways from J.B. Hunt earnings and Knight Swifts modified expectations.  Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Farrell, CEO of WorkHound, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the value of driver feedback, the creation of an effective feedback loop, and shares some of the trends he’s seeing in this current economic climate. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/) Carrier Intelligence (https://www.carrierintelligence.com/) Infiniti-I (https://infinitiworkforce.com/) Workhound (https://workhound.com/) Asurint (https://asurint.com/) Transportation Marketing Group (https://www.recruit-tmg.com/) Seiza (https://www.seiza.co/) Drive My Way (https://www.drivemyway.com/) F| Staff (https://www.fstaff.com/) Trucksafe (https://www.trucksafe.com/) Seated Social (https://seated-social.com/) If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com. Follow the Taking The Hire Road Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hyliion’s linear generator technology holds promise for efficiently producing low-emissions electricity for electric vehicle charging and a host of other applications. The challenge is successfully scaling 3D printing for parts so intricate they could not be made any other way. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 707 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Dominick Angelo Tullo of T&R Oil Co. about fuel fraud, scams and skimming. Tullo has firsthand experience with all the black hat tricks of the trade and shares a story about a scam that cost his company a few thousand gallons of fuel. It’s been three weeks since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. How has cargo been disrupted? Overhaul’s Ronald Greene talks about impacts to auto and other commodities. He also warns shippers of risks to watch for and shares cargo theft trends. Daylight Transportation is opening a first-of-its-kind building in Texas. Greg Steele tells us all about the company’s road to sustainability and how it helps with employee retention. We’ll also see what’s trending in expedited LTL. Plus, anti-Zim protesters hit Maher Terminals; J.B. Hunt posts big earnings miss; broker revenues fall over 15%; and who has the right of way? Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Loaded and Rolling! In this episode, guest host Kaylee Nix takes the reins as she sits down with Thomas Watson to unpack his recent journey into the heart of innovation at the Motive Vision 24 Innovation Summit. From the bustling streets of Nashville to the forefront of telematics technology, Thomas shares his firsthand experiences and insights from the conference floor. Highlights Include: 1. Navigating the labyrinthine streets of Nashville and the surprising challenges of parking. 2. Unveiling the latest in AI-powered dashcam technology and its impact on driver safety and behavior. 3. Dive deep into the convergence of hardware and software in the transportation industry. 4. The transformative power of real-time data and its role in reshaping insurance policies and carrier safety scores. 5. Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to industry insights and customer testimonials. 6. A sneak peek into the future of supply chain at the upcoming FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain conference in Atlanta. Join us as we delve into the intersection of innovation, technology, and real-world logistics challenges. Don’t miss out on the latest developments shaping the future of transportation! Subscribe now for more exclusive content and industry updates. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the world of distribution and e-commerce fulfillment. Our guest, Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics breaks down the ins and out of warehousing and distribution. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 706 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Brush Pass Research’s Kevin Hill about his latest data on freight brokerages. There are 35% more freight brokerages than there were five years ago but 10% fewer than there were one year ago. Are we close to finding the floor in this market? We’ll see what the numbers say. Put the phone down, driver, it’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving claimed 3,308 lives in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Travelers’ Chris Hayes is here to talk about how all this erratic driving is impacting both drivers’ lives and insurance rates. The Broker Carrier Summit kicks off next week in Kansas City, Missouri. We’re joined by Troy Wiitanen and Rob McCutcheon to find out everything we need to know about the event that promises to bring brokers and carriers together. Plus, Tony’s Express employees say mismanagement sank carrier; the power of the road atlas; Tesla Semi spotted with a Walmart trailer; happy Boston Marathon Monday; and more.  Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to The Stockout, where we delve into the latest trends and insights shaping various industries. In today’s episode, we uncover the shocking truths behind Lunchables, the beloved childhood snack, and its impact on consumer health. Join us as we dissect a recent Consumer Reports investigation revealing alarming levels of lead and sodium in Lunchables, along with other concerning contaminants. From potential links to increased cancer risk to developmental issues in children, the findings shed light on the hidden dangers lurking in these convenient lunch packs. But the revelations don’t stop there. We also delve into the struggles faced by dollar store chains like Dollar General, exploring possible reasons behind their declining performance amidst fierce competition and shifting consumer preferences. Additionally, we analyze survey results from CPG companies and retailers, highlighting challenges such as inaccurate demand forecasts and the need for real-time data amid global events. Lastly, we touch upon the refrigerated market’s recent developments, exploring fluctuations in tender rejection rates and their implications for the industry. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion that uncovers the realities behind some of the products and markets we encounter daily. Tune in now and stay informed about the forces shaping the stock market landscape. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 705 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Edison Motors Ltd. CEO Chace Barber about the troubles facing his EV truck Topsy in Canada. After the company was recently denied a grant, Canadian opposition parties are demanding a probe into alleged government kickbacks. Barber shares his side of the story.  Road Dog Coffee Co. says it brews its coffee in tribute to America’s truckers. We’ll meet Road Dog’s founder, Spencer Squire, to taste test his beans and see if they’re roadworthy. Roadz co-founder and COO Amit Jain shares why he believes AI will transform fleet management over the next decade. Plus, over 1,300 layoffs hit logistics companies across the U.S.; fast food inflation; the Amish get it done; would you pay $75 at this scrapyard; and more. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the under appreciated side of cold storage warehouses and that is sanitation. Our guest, Dave Hicks, Vice President at TBM Consulting Group breaks down some of the common practices, methods and things to watch out for when it comes to maintaining a clean and safe warehouse. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Kottke, GM for Kottke Trucking, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the company’s blue-collar nature and core values, and the origins of the 3rd generation company as it approaches 100 years in business. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute Career Now Brands Carrier Intelligence Infiniti-I Workhound Asurint Transportation Marketing Group Seiza Drive My Way F| Staff Trucksafe If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com. Follow the Taking The Hire Road Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Freightonomics!  In this episode, Zach Strickland and Tony Mulvey delve into the latest CPI release and its downstream impacts on the freight market. From seasonal trends to organizational conferences, they dissect how various factors are shaping the current landscape. Join the discussion as they analyze the freight market’s trajectory, explore demand dynamics, and discuss the implications of rising inflation on supply chain management.  Key Highlights: CPI insights: Exceeding expectations and its implications Seasonal trends: Exploring April’s impact on the freight market Organizational conferences: Navigating industry synchronization Freight market analysis: Evaluating tender rejection rates and spot rates Supply chain management: Examining the impact of inflation on investments Labor market dynamics: Deciphering the job growth landscape Port disruptions: Rerouting trucks and ships away from Baltimore Tune in for expert insights into the interconnected world of freight, economics, and global trade!  Don’t miss out on the latest trends shaping the future of logistics. Hit play now and join the conversation!  #FreightMarket #SupplyChain #EconomicAnalysis #LogisticsTrends Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Brent Yeagy, president and CEO, Wabash Topic: Wabash’s renaming and reorganization into two business units along with fresh thinking on strategic customer relationships is paying off for the company, which sees broad applications for its EcoNex structural material composites across transportation modes. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices