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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 f ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more