
WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
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How Houthis shocked shipping; freight’s new magazine; retail tech
On episode 672 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack about how the Red Sea conflict has massively changed shipping outlooks, costs, timelines and supply chain security. Tecsys’ Guy Courtin tells us how their Shopify-powered order management system is helping transform Canadian fashion retailer Eclipse Stores’ supply chain. Loyalty Logistics’ Sean Laidacker talks about reducing carbon footprints and bringing back trust to the industry. FreightWaves’ John Kingston has breaking news on a decision in the Forward Air-Omni case. Plus, freight gets a new magazine; Flexport gets funding from Shopify; the Zyn craze; project44 v. FourKites; transforming Chinese restaurants; 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
How this ruling is impacting 4,000 warehouses in SoCal and your freight
On episode 671 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Amazon’s top plush seller, Molson Hart, about the state of e-commerce, challenges of selling on Amazon and life lessons in retail. Zero Rig’s Ollie Danner and EV Fleet Semi Corp.’s Jake Guerra talk about what WAIRE means for 4,000 warehouses in California and your freight. We’ll also learn about the state of EVs as we kick off the year, and CARB regulations clamp down on drivers. Reliance Partner’s Jackson Alexander tells us everything we need to know about truck insurance renewals. Plus, takeaways from the State of Freight; the dangers of following your GPS; fallout bunkers; cargo theft in Memphis; 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
Will your next logistics assistant be AI?
On episode 670 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Happyrobot co-founder Pablo Palafox about the company’s AI assistant for the logistics industry. Happyrobot connects to your TMS to handle load updates, capacity requests, check calls or appointment scheduling. We’ll find out how it works. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin dives deep on the latest issues in trucking. He’s looking at driver assist technology, carrier safety ratings, helping other drivers out in the cold, logistics horror stories and how to search your freight broker’s room. It’s National Dairy Day so we’re talking to Cambridge Security Seals’ Claudia Coetzer. We’re going to learn all about the seals that keep milk safe during transport. Traveler’s Craig Leinauer shares important contract considerations for freight brokers. Plus, Red Sea conflict escalates; trucker wins $1 million on a scratch ticket; Forward Air Omni merger gets a court date; 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
NASA unveils super quiet supersonic X59 jet; global trade at war
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to NASA pilots David Nils Larson and James Less about the agency’s new super quiet supersonic jet. NASA, in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, is unveiling the X59 supersonic plane Friday, and we’re going to bring you up to speed on this jet set to dampen sonic booms. Global trade is at war as U.S. military forces and the United Kingdom along with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada and the Netherlands launch strikes against Houthi targets. Sal Mercogliano talks about the impacts this will have on global trade as the conflict escalates. Plus, Uber Freight slashes jobs; GXO shuts down Memphis facility; Maersk starts using rail to bypass Panama Canal; the challenges with onboarding; worst of CES; and the logistics of playground safety inspectors. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cali puts drayage in the crosshairs; why brokers Zyn; Manifest takes Vegas
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Harbor Trucking Association’s Matt Schrap about drayage entering California’s crosshairs. We’ll learn how new CARB and AB5 regulations will impact West Coast ports in ’24. Manifest kicks off the winter conference season with their blockbuster event in Las Vegas. We’ll hear from Pam Simon about what’s on the agenda this year and who’s going to take the stage at their big event. CDL 1000’s Niraj Mahapatra is helping carriers get ahead of green regulations with new tools aimed at tracking and reducing emissions. Is there a Zyn epidemic at America’s freight brokerages? TMX Logitran’s Stephen Ruhe talks about why Zyn culture is sweeping the nation. Plus, 95% of container ships that would’ve transited the Red Sea are now going around the southern tip of Africa; how to call in sick; a guide to catching ducks; missing cat goes over the road 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
Conflict at sea and your freight; state of rates; is 2024 the year of autonomy?
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to gCaptain’s John Konrad V about the escalating conflict in the Red Sea and how it is already impacting freight. FreightWaves market expert Donny Gilbert breaks down the trucking data driving rates. Capacity is leaving the market at an accelerated pace but is it helping rates? The Road to Autonomy’s Grayson Brulte talks about this year in autonomous trucking. What advancements are we seeing, who is viable and will this be the year autonomous trucks take off? Reliance Partners’ Jessie Merritt represents the Tennessee Trucking Association. She shares what it’s got planned this year and talks about its growing Young Professionals Council. Plus, a missing cat goes for the long haul; why you shouldn’t take your 30 at the fuel island; German farmers strike back; and why everyone wants a Stanley water bottle. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Truck the vote: Getting drivers ready for election season
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is kicking off the new year by getting drivers ready for the 2024 election season. He’s joined by political influencer Scott Presler, who is on a mission to get every truck driver registered to vote. We’ll find out everything you need to know to make sure your voice is heard this election season. FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack lays out the top issues in supply chain at the start of 2024 that will set the tone for the year. We’ll also learn how the Red Sea conflict has already doubled shipping rates. Big Rig Permit Services’ Clay Gerringer tells us everything we need to know about permits, authorities and trucking taxes in 2024. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin shares the driver perspective on voting, breaks down a hot dog heist, shares his best winter truck tools and breaks down bowl game and steamship line marketing. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Christmas ‘23
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is ringing in the holiday cheer and closing out on a great season of the show with some amazing guests. Wreaths Across America’s Courtney George stops by. Each December with the help of hundreds of volunteer trucking companies and professional drivers, Wreaths Across America is able to honor our nation's fallen through wreath-laying ceremonies at more than 3,000 participating locations across the United States. Brown Dog Carriers Graig Morin is running loads for Wreaths Across America. We’ll learn how they got involved and why they say this is their most meaningful delivery. Qued’s Tom Curee shares a brand new Christmas song that celebrates the industry. We’ll also learn what’s good in supply chain workflow automation, artificial intelligence and machine learning. FreightCaviar’s Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, LostFR8’s Reed Loustalot and The Armchair Attorney close out the year with their picks for top stories, memes, and madness that drove the supply chain in 2023. Plus, Vivek goes to Iowa 80; NBA player gets into trucking; and all the holiday spirit you can handle. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Haulin’ for the Holidays; carriers say Convoy owes them cash; golf logistics
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit. He’s joined by Trucker Tools CEO Kary Jablonski to talk about this year in trucking and the importance of great user interfaces and relationships for carriers and truckers. Jessie Merritt, EVP of sales at Reliance Partners, and Sarah Heffington of M&W Logistics are Haulin’ for the Holidays. They’ll talk about the importance of giving back to the community and will tell us how they teamed up with the Tennessee Trucking Association’s Young Professional Council to deliver this holiday season. Bad Birdie’s Jordan Dickerson takes us into the logistics driving some of the hottest apparel in golf. Plus, we’ll hear a track from his band Bitter Pills. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin talks about getting stuck on switchback; Convoy owing carriers cash; Matheson’s shutdown; and Tesla’s Cybertruck and Semi performance. Plus, Yellow terminals sale approved, overbearing HOAs, Krampus visits Austria 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
Does trucking need a Barbie; Supply Chain Bingo; freight theft trends
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to TransForce’s Kelly McGurk about its mission to get Mattel to make a trucking Barbie. One crucial profession Barbie has yet to explore is truck driving. Recognizing women’s significant role in the trucking industry, where they currently make up 14% of the workforce, TransForce aims to highlight women’s contributions to the industry and inspire young girls to consider careers in transportation. Father and son team Max and Zach Schuchart show off their latest freight game, Supply Chain Bingo. Max is 12 years old and Zach works for Optimal Dynamics. They’ve teamed up to teach your kids trucking while killing time on road trips. Travelers’ Scott Cornell breaks down the latest trends in cargo theft. Reliance Partners’ Thom Albrecht looks ahead to 2024 and shares when he thinks capacity and volumes hit equilibrium. Also, what do inventory levels and the housing market say about the health of supply chains? J. J. Keller’s Kathy Close has the latest report on DOT drug testing trends. Plus, a missing trucker’s family needs your help; dangerous bridges; side impact testing; and the Grinch gets strap worked. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the freight market in recovery; smuggling Santa Clauses; drones take flight
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Donny Gilbert about what the data in SONAR has to say about the freight market. Are we seeing signs of a recovery? Why are wait times up if freight is down? What do ocean containers tell us about Q1? Freight Ninja is on a mission to fix truck parking. With only one parking spot for every 11 trucks, this issue costs drivers an estimated $5,900 a year. John Borsellino and Chris Lantz tell us all about their solution to this problem. Urban drone delivery is Matternet’s goal. We’ll find out from Will Urban and Andreas Raptopoulos how they’re delivering in this highly regulated market and we’ll learn when drones will really take off. Simply Trade Podcast’s Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles wonder if Santa Claus is a smuggler in the eyes of customs. We’ll look at how shippers and Santa make sure your presents make it out of an intensive exam. Plus, a strike at DHL; trucker Barbie gains traction; Mack gets ready for Christmas; and what it’s like on a container ship in the Red Sea. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is truck towing predatory; truckers on OpenAI board; FIU’s supply chain program
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack about whether a trucker should be on the OpenAI board, if there should be a trucking Barbie doll, the dangers of Panera’s Charged Lemonade and the lifestyle of DINKS. Corey at Dad of Two Roadside takes us inside the world of truck towing and claps back at an article calling the industry “predatory.” FreightWaves’ Justin Martin breaks down the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer, daring bridge rescues, lowering CDL standards, FedEx truck lootings and hauling nukes. And Florida International University College of Business’ Gregory G. Maloney shares the latest in supply chain education. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is LTL booming; OpenTable for box trucks; 2024 freight outlook
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined in-studio by guest co-host Matt McLelland of Covenant. Matt is talking about his Cybertruck preorder, decorating trucks for the holidays and where sustainability is headed in 2024. Rocket Shipping’s Gabe Pankonin is here with a narrative violation. His company just set record revenue in November and he’s here to share how to win in a down market. OpenTable for box trucks? That’s what Grafton Elliott at Onward Delivery does. We’ll find out how Onward helps four of the top 10 big and bulky brokers in the nation get through peak season. What’s the freight market going to look like in 2024 and will the beatings continue until morale improves? Averitt Express’ Kent Williams breaks down a 2024 market outlook, nearshoring, being a top performer in LTL and giving back to the community. Plus, holiday toy drives; trucking’s favorite Christmas movie; Mother Nature versus freight; a semi-truck Christmas tree stand; and did the college playoff system get it right? Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flexport sets sites on trucking; double broker list goes public; trucking books
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Flexport’s Bill Driegert. We’ll find out where Flexport is going in trucking, how it’s using Convoy’s tech and when drum solos are appropriate. Greenscreens.ai’s Kevin Coomes comes to the table to talk about automated billing, climbing the FreightTech25, and the differences between doing business in the U.S. and China. Trucker/author Ben McCulley talks about his new trucking tome “Read When Safe.” McCulley tells us all about this timeless lesson told in a way only a truck driver could deliver. From the bathroom to brokers, Ben covers it all, with stories and jokes to boot. CarrierSource’s Clara Flaherty dishes out takes on Chicago’s best pizza, reveals her latest list of double brokers and talks about marketing tools for carriers. Plus, Cybertruck base model costs 50% more; hitting cans with tanks; if a semi was Tony Hawk 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
Bidenomics and the freight recession
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack to talk about the role Biden played in the current freight market. The President recently tweeted that his policies have caused a 25-year low in rates. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has recently appointed Lesley Veldstra Killingsworth as its first-ever female chairwoman of the board of directors. We’ll find out how she achieved the honor and what lessons she has for other female leaders and leaders to be in logistics. Stride Motivation’s Nick Klingensmith talks about self-sabotage and mental health issues in brokerage sales. He’ll share his stories about his four-time battle with cancer, becoming a bestselling author and advice for reps feeling down during the holidays. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin divulges the secrets behind Operation Santa; discusses Amazon’s rise to dominance in freight; are truckers cheaters; protecting Christmas trees from cats and more. Plus, DC Christmas tree goes down; high speed house chases; high speed forklift chases; the perfect stocking stuffer and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Logistics behind holiday stocking stuffers and mapping Rand McNally’s road
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner has the retail rundown on Black Friday and Cyber Monday spending. Will it be enough to move freight markets? Darryn Garson, chief growth officer at Remcoda, talks about the logistics behind holiday stocking stuffers. We’ll find out how Remcoda/BluZen products, including massage guns, migraine head wraps, essential oils and more, are headed to over 8,000 Walgreens locations, 2,000 T.J. Maxx stores and various other retail checkout counters nationwide. Jay Gustafson, EVP of brokerage operations at Echo Global Logistics, talks about reducing freight spend through partial quoting. Emmanuel Carrillo, CEO at Talon Logistics, shares his strategy on how shippers should be thinking about freight in 2024. Jakub Felinski, chief technology officer at Rand McNally, talks about the evolution of the company from the paper maps era through the digital age. Plus, wooden Cybertrucks; how to strap a Christmas tree; escape rooms; guys being dudes; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How truckers handle Thanksgiving; shippers’ holiday handbook; trucking turnover
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Truck Parking Club’s Evan Shelley joins Dooner to co-host the show. They’ll talk about parking solutions for drivers during the holidays and the logistics of Thanksgiving. C3 Solutions’ Greg Braun breaks down the shipper handbook to managing expectations this holiday season. Trucker Chris Thomas talks about how drivers handle Thanksgiving; what he’s seeing out on the road; staying accident free; meeting other drivers on social media and remaining positive. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler has the scoop on more drama over at Nikola; Hyliion’s big workforce cut; and the latest on Hyzon. FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack looks into why trucking embraces alarming turnover rates. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazing machines, bankruptcies mount and supply chain cyber risk
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about layoffs and bankruptcies piling up in logistics amid this shocking downturn. Gnosis Freight’s Jake Hoffman tells us all about the tech driving container life cycle management and how it is empowering shippers. Travelers’ Tim Francis is talking about its Risk Index Report and has some startling revelations about the scope of cyber crime in supply chain. Acme Works’ Bill Hall shows off his heavy machinery and shows us how the Hammar Lift works. Not only will we see some side loaders in action but we’ll also break down what’s going on in drayage. Spartan Carrier Group’s Carlos Llanes Jr. and Tim Perkins talk about giving thanks in a down year, how it’s beating the market and its new good Samaritan driver award. Plus, how not to fry a turkey, truckers at F1 in Vegas, when gantry cranes go wrong and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
’Tis the season for no peak season, how truck sails work and the puppy king
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about a holiday season with no peak season. We’ll find out why transportation leaders expect a weak Q4 and what they’re saying about it this week. Did you hear there was a puppy playpen at F3 and someone paid all the adoption fees? Sean Laidacker from Loyalty Logistics is here to talk about why he liberated the puppies, what’s good at Loyalty Logistics and how to make the perfect Thanksgiving mocktail. Trauxit’s Joe Stevens and Kevin O’Brien talk about how they’re paying carriers 7.5% more on average. We’ll find out how the Trauxit platform is empowering both shippers and carriers. GLCS’ Nate Johnson shares strategies on navigating contentious carrier and broker relationships. Truck Sails’ Gayle Campbell-Andrus and Paul Andrus teach us how truck sails work, what they do, how they increase mileage and what the science is behind them. Plus, gift card scams, how not to tow a trailer, holiday gift ideas, Vegas F1 issues and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is GOT Act good for drivers; the 411 on docks; shake-up at FourKites
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Rachel Premack joins Dooner to co-host the show. They’ll talk about the GOT Act and if it’s good for trucking; a shake-up at FourKites; freight meme wars; and how not to drive a truck simulator. DeGroot Logistics’ Adam DeGroot just got back from Chattanooga. We’ll find out what deals he was making at F3, why DeGroot acquired Dock411 and what they’re learning about the state of shipper facilities. ZuumApp’s Mustafa Azizi talks about hang gliding over Chattanooga at F3, how to cook a mystery box and what innovation means for a TMS. SRS Distribution Inc.’s Ben Richey takes us into world of roofing materials and building supplies. We’ll find out how a distribution network works for this type of freight. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin joins us with a Tesla Semi review, driver overtime pay, what not to do during a Level 1 inspection, how soon is too soon to put up Christmas lights and tips for memelords looking to win the $100K Freight Creator Contest. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
F3 recap; Trucker For Troops; hero dogs; holiday fulfillment
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined in the studio by FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack. They’re recapping what went down at F3 and talking about freight’s great meme war. Over the past 17 years, OOIDA has raised more than $750,000 and sent over 3,270 care packages, serving more than 39,275 members of the military. We’ll learn all about its Truckers For Troops program from Norita Taylor. Plus, bipartisan lawmakers have introduced a bill that would give America’s 2.19 million truck drivers the right to overtime pay. We’ll find out if OOIDA thinks it’s a win. Project K-9 Hero is on a mission to ensure the best quality of life for our nation’s retired military working dogs and police K-9 heroes by providing assistance with medical costs, food, rehabilitation, adoption and end-of-duty services. Its founder, Jason Johnson, and a 13-year-old service dog named Rip tell us all about the upcoming Performers for Paws event. Fulfill.com’s Joe Spisak talks about holiday warehouse fulfillment and what shippers can expect. We’ll also learn how he sold his trivia game, OK, Booker. Hot Seat Services’ Charles Gracey shares the latest in driver recruiting and promotes his new FreightWavesTV show, Sense Per Mile. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
F3 Day 2: What FreightTech VCs are investing in; freight fraud; automation
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from day 2 at FreightWaves’ Future of Freight Festival. He’s joined by special guests Dan Curtis, EVP, Chief Operating Officer at TriumphPay; John Baird, Enterprise AI Solutions Expert at Hyperscience; Joe Petosa, Partner at Sope Creek; Michael Beelar, VP, Digital Supply Networks & Logistics and Michael Unruh, Business Development Manager at Endava; Prasad Gollapalli, Founder of Trucker Tools Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
F3 Day 1: TMS is dead; cargo theft scams; autonomous trucks; TaaS
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is live from day 1 at The Future of Freight Festival and we’re bringing the gong show to Chattanooga. He’s joined by special guests Matt Zimmer, President at Zengistics; Andrew Culhane, Chief Strategy Officer at Torc; Justin Bailie, Co-Founder at Rose Rocket; Chad Eichelberger, President and Ronald Ramsey, Chief Commercial Officer at Reliance Partners. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fixing the diesel tech shortage; drones deliver pizza; Flexport buys Convoy tech
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Diesel Laptops CEO Tyler Robertson about the diesel technician shortage. According to the TechForce Foundation, we’ll need to replace 163,000 positions by 2030. We’ll learn how Diesel Laptops is working to close the employment gap with its new training center. Drone Express is fresh off a pilot delivering pizzas for Papa John’s and it has secured a new round of funding. CEO Beth Flippo joins us to share the latest in drone delivery and to tell us when this category will take off. OneRails’ Jay Silva is packing his bags for F3 in Chattanooga. We’ll find out what OneRail has planned for the event, how to develop partnerships at a conference and how Silva thinks holiday shipping will go. Talent Solvers’ KJ McMasters is the king of recruiting. We’ll find out what this market holds for prospects and how to build winning teams in down markets. Plus, Flexport buys Convoy’s tech stack; details emerge regarding the “TQL Pay Me My $8000” viral trucker; Maersk cuts 10,000 workers; 35,000 trucking companies shut down in the past year; pizza inflation; how truck stops are planned; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Truck accidents up 71% and why ELDs may not be helping
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack about a new study that says truck fatalities are up 71% over the past 12 years. Has anything improved recently and are ELDs helping or hurting? MoLo Solutions co-founder Will Jenkins shares his founder’s story of building a company from zero to selling it for $235 million to ArcBest. We’ll find out what he learned along the way and how it has helped shape his freight philosophy. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin brings the trucker perspective on trucks as a service, detention pay reform, broker morale, where Yellow’s freight went and charging your kids a trick-or-treat tax. Plus, the best of Halloween, crashing into bridges, robot dog carriages, disastrous wedding proposals and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Halloween
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is celebrating the spooky season with a rogue’s gallery of guests ready to ring in the holiday. Campbell University’s Sal Mercogliano talks about the scariest threats in shipping, including piracy, boat collisions and world war. Reed Loustalot, Charles Gracey, Justin Martin and The Rust Belt Kid assemble for Please Advise Summit 3. They’re breaking down the best and worst of the season. We’ll look at office parties, costumes, truck decorations, Halloween logistics, supply chain issues, candy price inflation, consumer spending, TQL reps singing “Hotel California” and more. Plus, UAW ends strikes at the big 3; who ships the most pumpkins; pumpkin eating hippos and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The logistics launching NASA’s Commercial Crew; F3 preview; pirates
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by NASA Kennedy Space Center’s Brian Berry who talks about the logistics launching NASA’s next Commercial Crew mission. Diablo Freight Ventures’ Tyson Lawrence talks about overcoming failure in freight. Lawrence went from a failed brokerage to building one that he sold to GlobalTranz. He’ll share how to pivot and when to pivot when faced with big challenges, the best environment to build and create a freight brokerage, and how to stay financially solvent in this operating environment. F3 descends upon Chattanooga in just 12 short days. FreightWaves’ Haley Fazio is here with a preview of what’s going down at the Future of Freight Festival in the Scenic City this November. Plus, piracy is back on the menu; truck stop buying habits; EV charging etiquette; truckers on alert with shooter on the loose; motorcyclist walks away from getting run over by a semi truck and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Convoy sold; theft of 2 million dimes; escalating truck insurance
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to the newly married Rachel Premack. She’s talking about the final days of Convoy, how it was able to raise money so fast, if it found a buyer and if it’s the first big domino to fall for digital freight brokerages. Carriers all over are complaining about the rapidly escalating cost of insurance. Reliance Partners’ Andrew Haun talks about what’s driving the cost increases, how to mitigate your exposure and when to switch providers. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler has the story on Nikola clawing back $165 million from founder Trevor Milton. We’ll also get into why Proterra failed and if Hyliion has a future. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin brings a trucker’s perspective on a dime heist as well as a vodka and Red Bull train heist in Tennessee, RVs parking in truck spots, a Cruise shutdown in California and more. Plus, the massive amount of brokerages opened during the pandemic are starting to fall off, trucking’s sea of capacity and disturbing safety training videos. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broker purge, portable urinals and AI for DOT compliance
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by special guest co-host Matt McLelland from Covenant. They’re talking about brokers getting purged, shooting at Cybertrucks, selling sustainability and what went down at ATA MCE 23. In a world with only one truck parking spot for every 11 drivers, Truck Parking Club is looking to make big changes by providing drivers with safe spots to park at night. Its founder, Evan Shelley, joins the show to talk about the progress Truck Parking Club is making. Frederic Kauffmann at The NeverRest Project has partnered with HyperloopTT to create Mount Everest’s first sustainable base camp. We’ll find out how it works and why this tech could be life changing for truckers. Entertainment logistics professional Phil Hyland talks about the logistics behind putting on TV shows and movies and how the strike has impacted trucking demand. ZTrucking founder Estifanos Estifanos shares his founder’s story and the why behind what his company does. We’ll find out if AI can improve carrier compliance with the DOT. Plus, orientation excuses, how not to steal an Amazon truck, dads who can arm wrestle and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Convoy shuts down; brokers on the brink; and Edison Motor’s new EV truck
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Craig Fuller and John Paul Hampstead, who break down the last days at Convoy and explains what went wrong. We’ll also learn who else may be in trouble and why winter is coming for brokerages. Edison Motor’s Chace Barber shows off its brand new electric semi truck and explains how it’s going to bring it to market. We’ll learn the story behind this semi that’s built by truckers for truckers. Metafora’s Ryan Schreiber joins us from TIA’s Technovations conference to share the vibe from the floor, talk about challenges in the FreightTech market and tell us what tech actually has a chance. Mr. Supply Chain Daniel Stanton shares the latest in supply chain career development and learning. Plus, Amazon’s warehouse robots scare employees; Flock Freight’s failed ad campaign; how to get a falcon out of your warehouse; and a new way to play basketball. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Convoy cancels all loads; why freight companies fail; and unpopular opinions
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves Craig Fuller to discuss breaking news about Convoy potentially shutting down. Shatranj Capital Partners’ Brittain Ladd stops by to break down supply chain strategy. Who is making the right moves; what went down at Flexport; where is the money going; what M&A needs to happen now; and what companies are about to become zombies if they don’t change? FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson talks about why brokers are on the brink; the economic impact of the UAW strike; and J.B. Hunt’s earnings. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin and Thomas Wasson talk about freight’s most unpopular opinions; a trucker organization in need of help; and the worst ways to die at work. Steam’s Lee Britain explains why his team threw 48 water balloons at Steve Cox. He’ll also let us know how they’ve kept the gongs ringing in a down market. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Driver shortage myth; ATRI’s top industry issues; how seals work
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ Justin Martin to talk about a freight recession like none other. We’ll find out why one expert is saying the industry won’t normalize until 2025. Is the driver shortage a myth? Rates and freight tender rejections sure say so. We’ll break down why this myth keeps getting perpetuated by the media. Pay, parking and fuel prices top ATRI’s list of key issues. We’ll break down the latest list covering both carrier and driver concerns. Cambridge Security Seals’ Claudia Coetzer teaches us everything we ever wanted to know about the humble world of seals. Travelers’ Tim Drucker educates us on the difference between inland and marine cargo insurance. Plus, toughest delivery locations; amusement parks for dads; unique sleep cabs; and Taylor Swift fans storm AMC. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to ship a manatee; Flexport cuts 20% of global workforce; and the war in Israel
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about DHL Express joining forces with four zoological institutions to fly eight manatees more than 1,000 miles back to their temporary Florida homes. We’ll learn from Joe Collopy at DHL and Becky Ellsworth at the Columbus Zoo the logistics of hauling manatees for rehabilitation. FreightWaves’ Greg Miller looks at global shipping’s new flash point, Israel. He lays out how shipping executives are preparing for the conflict. AIT Worldwide Logistics’ Angela Mancuso discusses the hiring market for freight forwarders. How hard is it to find employees, are there opportunities and what’s the value of building a skilled workforce? F Staff founder and CEO Justin Clarke talks about the business of placing drivers. We’ll learn what the job market is like right now for truckers. Plus, Flexport cuts 20% of its global staff; two trucking companies shut down; a port tour; how not to deal with a flat tire; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexa for supply chain; how mail trucking works; and Hyliion pauses ERX?
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Duke AI’s Marcus Cooksey to talk about its new fully automated back-office assistant. It’s Siri for your supply chain and promises to automate document management, audit invoices and detect errors. Andrew Silver built a FreightTech giant with Molo Solutions. Now that he has exited the company, he’s on to his next venture — one that hits close to home for me: podcasting. We’ll dive deep into his career journey and we’ll find out what The Freight Pod is all about. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin and Understand LTL’s Curtis Garrett update us on the Estes hack; tell us how truckers move the mail; show pre-trip inspection fails; and talk about ejector seats in trucks. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler updates us on big news regarding Hyliion potentially dropping the Hypertruck ERX. Plus, U.S. container imports are above pre-COVID levels; astonishing river cleanup solutions; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TQL verdict fallout, Mack on strike and bad trucking deals
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler about the landmark TQL verdict. Now that a judge has ruled TQL owes thousands of former employees overtime pay, what will it mean for every other brokerage? Freight fraud is out of control. FreightValidate’s Nathan Ebel’s new software solution that combats fraud just dropped. We’ll find out how it works. FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson breaks down trucking markets, a strike at Mack Trucks, warehouse automation and more. So you’ve been in a semi-truck accident, now what? Wattsmen Diesel House’s Sam Watts breaks down what to do in a worst-case scenario. Plus, rate the strap work; Canadian Thanksgiving; roadside performance art; and horrible truck stop creations. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uber Freight’s autonomous loads; truckload volumes plunge; FreightTech’s new API
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about a massive plunge in outbound tender volumes nationwide. What’s causing it? A bad market, the UAW strike or Ozempic? Uber Freight and Waabi are teaming up on autonomous loads with a new 10-year deal. Waabi’s Dustin Koehl talks about drivers-as-a-service robotics and how that will factor into digital brokerage services. The Scheduling Standards Consortium announced the achievement of a landmark milestone — the publication of its technical standard for developing scheduling APIs for transportation management systems. Now that it’s live, Raj Subbiah at Uber Freight and Chirag Modi at Blue Yonder get us up to speed on how it works. Booking per-load insurance has historically been time-consuming and frustrating for motor carriers and freight brokers, so Reliance Partners and McLeod Software have teamed up to streamline the process. Per-load shipper’s interest insurance is now integrated directly with McLeod. Reliance Partners’ Mark Vickers tells us everything we need to know. Josh Gonzalez co-founded a freight market in one of the worst markets in history. We’ll find out why this Amazon alum is bullish on his new trucking company, TJG Logistics. Plus, why Georgia police got a semi; emergency alert snitches on the Amish; bad trucking investments; and why you should always wear a hardhat. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hyliion’s Healy on getting CARB certified and brokerage gong debate
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is celebrating 10-4 Day with Hyliion’s Thomas Healy. Hyliion’s Hypertruck ERX just got a crucial CARB certification. Now Hypertruck ERX-equipped vehicles qualify as a near-zero-emission vehicle (NZEV) under both CARB Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) and Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) rulings. We’ll find out what it means for this next generation of trucks. Gongs have been causing controversy across social media and no company has been closer to the epicenter of that chatter than Steam Logistics. Steve Cox brings his gong down to the studio to settle the great brokerage gong debate. Agile links your brand with high-quality trucks that serve as mobile billboards, literally driving your business forward. We’ll meet Agile co-founder Tom Shea to find out what’s good in the world of truck advertising. Beta Consulting Group’s Trey Griggs’ Broker Carrier Summit is just a week away. We’ll find out what’s in store for the logistics community at this event. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin updates us on the Estes hack, speed limiters and clean porta potties and gives his take on whether Flexport should have let Nelly perform at its event. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Government shutdown averted; heavy haul supports veterans; and trucking music
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Andy Shiles and Lalo Solorzano at Simply Trade Podcast about what would happen to trade in the event of a government shutdown. While one was averted, we’ll look at the geopolitical risks in both the USA and China that could impact your supply chains. Trucker Ryan Loyva is heavy hauling loads and raising funds for service dogs for veterans. We’ll learn all about the new air fresheners he’s selling based on his own road dog, Cash. J. J. Keller’s Tom Bray breaks down everything we need to know about FMCSA’s Crash Preventability Determination Program. Recording artist Frank Fletcher debuts his new track, “Cold Dark & Lonely.” FinPark’s Britton Wesson talks about how he’s trying to solve the truck parking problem, then he lays down his own trucking song. Plus, 74 cents separates contract and spot rates; conflict at UAW strike points; Spirit Halloween’s seasonal sensation; a new shipping movie drops on Netflix; a self-transforming Optimus Prime; and why you need to keep your eyes on the road. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Please Advise Summit II; how to wrap a semi; CSA score audits
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is hosting Please Advise Summit II with a collection of some of the greatest minds in freight. They’re breaking down the hottest headlines of the week; violence at UAW strikes; hangover cures; robot lumpers; if tracksuits help you book more loads and more. Reed Loustalot, Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, Stephen Schlecht, and TJ O'Doan make up the panel. Ever see a beautiful semi rolling down the road and wonder how that incredible wrap got on it? We’re going to learn the art of wrapping a semi truck from Total Truck Branding’s Mario Lekovic. What’s the methodology behind CSA scores and how do audits work? Fleetworthy Solutions’ Robert Proctor goes beyond compliance as he breaks down everything we need to know about CSA scores. Calvin Aplin, a logistics manager at US Army talks about military logistics and talks about why he is eyeing a transition to civilian logistics. Plus, BNSF layoffs; emotional support alligators; hangover cures; sending an F1 car to Vegas; and Facebook’s new glasses. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Biden hits the picket line, AI in supply chain and Rail Safety Week recap
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack about Biden’s visit to the UAW picket line. We’ll find out the latest on the strike. We’re also looking at Flexport’s new claims about how it’s using ChatGPT. And we’ll look at the case of a few drivers who were fired for trying to unionize. Operation Lifesaver’s Jennifer DeAngelis wants to stop train tragedies. We’ll look at what went down during Rail Safety Week and learn how drivers can be safe around the tracks. Echo Global Logistics’ Zach Jecklin looks at how AI, volume and scale all need to come together in order to orchestrate trade. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin explains why OOIDA is upset about broker transparency delays, previews a new trucking video game, looks at a day in the life of a longshoreman and tells us what he’d do if a trucker drove into his pool. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UAW escalates; California paves path for autonomous trucks; cargo theft spikes
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the UAW taking action at 38 more GM and Stellantis plants. With President Biden on the way to the picket lines this week, will we see a resolution? FreightWaves Justin Martin stops by to talk about new parking in Wyoming; California’s autonomous trucking ban getting vetoed; cargo theft spiking; New York City getting robocops and more. Travelers Christopher Carpenter talks about the dos and don’ts of hauling lithium ion batteries. Konexial’s Ken Evans shares how driver workflow enhances driver experience. Attention tank truck industry carriers, private fleets, and suppliers: have you registered for this October’s Tank Truck Week 2023? It’s the largest tank truck event in North America for cutting edge innovation, powerhouse networking, and keeping up with industry trends and insights. Content and value for executives, safety, HR, maintenance, tank wash, purchasing, and more. Help drive the tank truck industry forward October 8th through 11th this year in Indianapolis, Indiana! It’s worth sending a representative. Register today at www.tanktruck.org/tanktruckweek! Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Net-Zero: Charging, building and emissions solutions
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you from FreightWaves’ Net-Zero Carbon Summit. On the show we’re getting into net-zero emissions, charging and real estate solutions. Special guests are Rob Cook, chief technology officer at Sheer Logistics; Tyler Deaton, VP of building solutions at Link Logistics; and Scott Fisher, senior vice president of sales and business development at Voltera. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Entry-level driver training issues aired; freight market drops and fuel rises
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Andrew Poliakoff, executive director at the Commercial Vehicle Training Association. CVTA is the largest organization of privately owned truck driving schools in the nation. We’ll find out what issues trucking schools face and how they’re solving them. FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack dives into two critical topics. We’ll find out what solutions are being presented for the truck parking shortage and why union workers are striking. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin looks at a weak truckload market; out-of-control self-driving cars; Dollar General’s growing private fleet; the Postal Service punting on surcharges; spiking fuel costs; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Missing F-35, life at sea, life on the road and life of a founder
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined in the studio by special guest co-host F2F Transport’s Chris Gonzalez. With only 90 days until Wreaths Across America Day, we’ll find out how the organization is gearing up for the 2023 season and how you can help. Life at sea can be grueling. GCaptain founder John Konrad V tells us about the sacrifices seafarers make to keep the world’s freight and economy moving. Trucker Abe Notlinkin shows up for an ask-a-trucker-anything session during which we’ll find out about relationships on the road, Crocs on docks, driver shortages, parking shortages, making money and if truckers are switching to UPS. Load Secure Systems’ Victor Louis is building a new location tracking and digital documentation platform. We’ll find out how this founder is developing a new FreightTech offering. Plus, an F-35 goes missing; the FreightTech 100 is announced; capacity bleeds out of the truckload market; rate the strap work; robots get licked; CEOs go synthetic; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASA’s moon mission logistics and UAW strike could cost billions
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to NASA about the logistics of its Artemis mission to the moon. We’re speaking with NASA’s Doug Lenhardt, who is the supply chain leader for the Orion capsules which will take man back to the moon. Larry Long, CEO at General Trucking Inc., breaks down the UAW strike that could cost the industry billions. How will it impact trucking? Michael Tatarowicz, Enterprise Sales Team at Uber for Business, talks about how Uber for Business is helping drivers get where they need to go when parked and why this could be a key to driver retention. Plus, Leatherface joins WTT; Convoy’s Haul Stars; Flexport revenue falls 70%; Somali Pirates as a Service; truck booting scams; and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Insiders say UAW strike is imminent; best and worst of NTDAW
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to car-hauling expert Dave Ables about a United Auto Workers strike. With a Thursday deadline looming and insiders saying a strike is imminent, what will this mean for freight? FreightWaves’ Justin Martin breaks down the best and worst of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. CPC Logistics’ Isaac Harmon is honoring drivers with the NPTC National Driver All-Stars awards. We’ll find out how they work and who won this year. Plus, Somali pirates; aliens in Mexico; a Bently versus a cargo ship; scale runners; and how to destroy a hornet’s nest. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walmart’s 6-figure driver program, how dredging works and DOT’s new drug test
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is kicking off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with Ricky Sharp and Ashley Milacek from the Associate-to-Driver Program at Walmart and Sam’s Club. We’ll find out how more than 70 Walmart and Sam’s Club associates are taking on new roles as regional truck drivers for Walmart’s Private Fleet. Many of these associates are moving from hourly roles at Walmart stores or Sam’s Club supply chain facilities, earning up to $110,000 in their first year of driving. Billions of cubic yards of material are removed from sites around the globe annually in an effort to keep the big ships and their cargo moving. But how does dredging work? We’re going to find out from Dredging Contractors of America CEO William Doyle. The final rule allowing for saliva-based DOT drug testing went into effect June 1. We’ll find out what this means for carriers and drivers when Kathy Close, transportation safety editor at J. J. Keller joins us. Plus, the Flexport fallout, UAW strike, a fourth Nikola battery fire, semi-truck golf carts, an amazing rescue, Dooner goes to Jackson Hole and more. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How retailers foresee the holidays and Arctic Circle trucking
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to AMZ Advisers’ Mike Begg about how e-commerce and retail views the holiday peak season. Will consumer demand be enough to impact truckload markets? Prologis Mobility’s Henrik Holland is on a mission to reduce emissions in logistics. We’ll find out why a logistics real estate company is driving fleets toward zero emissions. FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack went trucking as far north as she could and she’s here to tell the tale. We’ll also find out if dog culture is going too far and if freight needs to pay more attention to Crocs. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin shares an electric truck alternative, looks at a kitchen robot, recognizes a Highway Angel and warns drivers to look out for log editors. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coyote layoffs, how to make trucking videos and startup showcase
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined in-studio by special guest host Reed Loustalot. They’re talking about Coyote Logistics laying off an unspecified number of workers Friday morning. Tex Crowley talks about the art of filming trucks and making bad-ass video content that converts. A seasoned veteran of the trucking industry, Tex combines his knowledge of trucking and his passion for video to create powerful, results-driven content for his clients. Voi is a citation and toll management service for large fleets and transportation companies. Megan Broccoli and Marissa Brooks-Torman Campbell talk about building the company, why it was needed, how it works and how it helps fleets. SmartHaul is looking to create a modern trucking relay system. Saurabh “Jas” Jaiswal is testing a pony express-style model wherein long routes are broken into 300-mile segments and drivers exchange fully loaded dry van trailers at dedicated parking lots. Reliance Partners’ Mark Vickers shines a light on cargo risk out of Mexico. He’ll tell us how to make sure we are covered in the event of theft or an accident. Plus, Nebraska man lets his bull ride shotgun; CHP offers free hot dogs for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week; and greatest transportation innovations. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Idalia makes landfall, disruption watch and why Teamsters killed 22,000 jobs
On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is covering Hurricane Idalia’s impact on freight as it makes landfall. WeatherOptics’ Scott Pecoriello gets us strapped down for the storm. Why did Teamsters allow 22,000 union jobs to vanish? FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack discusses if labor and unions are winning, why did Yellow lose so badly? AIT Worldwide’s Greg Weigel predicts peak season, alerts us to supply chain disruptions on the horizon and shares the impact nearshoring has had on trucking. Trucker Tricky Mick hauls cars and drops bars. We’ll take a look at the life of a car-hauling music producer. FreightWaves’ Justin Martin talks about how a 100-truck carrier could operate for the U.S. Postal Service without insurance; Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’ abrupt shutdown; driver shortage narrative violations; living in a mansion on 18 wheels; and delivery instructions gone wrong. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices