America's Truckin' Network

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; media analysis of the Federal Reserve's decision to leave interest rates unchanged; Toyota, Volkswagen and Hyundia report 2025 sales, which company was the world's top-selling automaker and what was the effect of tariffs? Actor Edward Norton promotes ship emission-cutting technology; Omdia Automotive reported December U.S. Class 8 Truck Sales; oil prices react to geopolitical events and a weaker US dollar; Kevin has the details, digs into the data , puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; media analysis of the Federal Reserve's decision to leave interest rates unchanged; Toyota, Volkswagen and Hyundia report 2025 sales, which company was the world's top-selling automaker and what was the effect of tariffs? Actor Edward Norton promotes ship emission-cutting technology; Omdia Automotive reported December U.S. Class 8 Truck Sales; oil prices react to geopolitical events and a weaker US dollar; Kevin has the details, digs into the data , puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

Affordability and inflation, Kevin takes a look at increasing costs that are not being discussed, the hidden portion of the inflation puzzle; on Monday, the Commerce Department reported November durable goods and core durable goods orders; on Tuesday, the U.S. Conference Board's January Consumer Confidence Index was released; the Federal Reserve announced their interest rate decision; Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell held a press conference, after the interest rate decision was released, to give his assessment of the economy; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Affordability and inflation, Kevin takes a look at increasing costs that are not being discussed, the hidden portion of the inflation puzzle; on Monday, the Commerce Department reported November durable goods and core durable goods orders; on Tuesday, the U.S. Conference Board's January Consumer Confidence Index was released; the Federal Reserve announced their interest rate decision; Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell held a press conference, after the interest rate decision was released, to give his assessment of the economy; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.  

Winter Storm Fern continues to drive the news, number of deaths, numerous record setting daily snowfall totals, record breaking temperatures, flight cancellations, widespread ice accumulations and the uniqueness of snow; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issues storm emergency hours of service waivers affecting 40 states; the Federal Reserve is not expected to reduce interest rates during their 1st meeting of the year and what that means for your budget; Japan's central bank rates compared to the U.S.; S&P Global Purchasing Managers Index reports released; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winter Storm Fern continues to drive the news, number of deaths, numerous record setting daily snowfall totals, record breaking temperatures, flight cancellations, widespread ice accumulations and the uniqueness of snow; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issues storm emergency hours of service waivers affecting 40 states; the Federal Reserve is not expected to reduce interest rates during their 1st meeting of the year and what that means for your budget; Japan's central bank rates compared to the U.S.; S&P Global Purchasing Managers Index reports released; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

Kevin reviews the wild weekend of snow, sleet, freezing rain and sub-zero temperatures around the Country; last Friday, the University of Michigan reported their Final Consumer Sentiment Survey for January; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

Severe weather is back in the news; the U.S. Labor Department announced the Weekly Jobless Claims, Kevin points out the different ways the same information is covered by various news outlets; the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released its final reading of 3rd quarter Gross Domestic Product; BEA also released the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Severe weather is back in the news; the U.S. Labor Department announced the Weekly Jobless Claims, Kevin points out the different ways the same information is covered by various news outlets; the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released its final reading of 3rd quarter Gross Domestic Product; BEA also released the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the October Construction Spending Report; UPS Drivers Eric Johnson and Mike Moxley join the program to to discuss Major Health Concerns Regarding Inward-Facing Infrared Driver Monitoring Cameras; the National Association of Realtors reported December Home Sales; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the October Construction Spending Report; UPS Drivers Eric Johnson and Mike Moxley join the program to to discuss Major Health Concerns Regarding Inward-Facing Infrared Driver Monitoring Cameras; the National Association of Realtors reported December Home Sales; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

Kevin checks out the latest numbers on jobs and earnings from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He also has the estimated consumer holiday spending report. Kevin tells you what all these numbers mean for the trucking industry.

Kevin covers the following stories: U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; how different news outlets report the same Initial Jobless Claims numbers; Oxford Economics takes a look at supposed layoffs due to AI; the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco takes an interesting view on higher tariffs; data regarding the U.S. economy's "secret weapon" was released yesterday; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers the following stories: U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; how different news outlets report the same Initial Jobless Claims numbers; Oxford Economics takes a look at supposed layoffs due to AI; the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco takes an interesting view on higher tariffs; data regarding the U.S. economy's "secret weapon" was released yesterday; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

Kevin covers the following stories: ADP reported December Private Sector Job Creation data; percentage of jobs in small, medium and large companies; U.S. Bureaus of Labor Statistics reported Job Openings and Labor Turnover; Transport stocks react to the level of economic optimism; oil and gas prices react to the events in Venezuela and other geopolitical events and comparisons to this time last year; Kevin has the details, digs into the numbers, puts the data into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers the following stories: ADP reported December Private Sector Job Creation data; percentage of jobs in small, medium and large companies; U.S. Bureaus of Labor Statistics reported Job Openings and Labor Turnover; Transport stocks react to the level of economic optimism; oil and gas prices react to the events in Venezuela and other geopolitical events and comparisons to this time last year; Kevin has the details, digs into the numbers, puts the data into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.

Looking ahead to what we expect to see in 2026. IKC Trucking's Mike Kucharski joins Kevin to talk about the effect of illegal immigrants driving trucks. Kevin also compares his 2025 predictions against the so-called experts. And Kevin has the details on the car sales numbers that were released by Ford, Toyota and GM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looking ahead to what we expect to see in 2026. IKC Trucking's Mike Kucharski joins Kevin to talk about the effect of illegal immigrants driving trucks. Kevin also compares his 2025 predictions against the so-called experts. And Kevin has the details on the car sales numbers that were released by Ford, Toyota and GM.

The Christmas Season has come to an end with the celebration of the Epiphany. Nicolas Madura, the illegitimate president of Venezuela, had an epiphany of his own with the FO phase of the FAFO policy of the Trump Presidency during Operation Absolute Resolve; Bank of America CEO, Brian Moynihan offered his view on the U.S. Economy during a recent interview; ABC News takes a look at some holiday shopping season results; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical pespective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Christmas Season has come to an end with the celebration of the Epiphany. Nicolas Madura, the illegitimate president of Venezuela, had an epiphany of his own with the FO phase of the FAFO policy of the Trump Presidency during Operation Absolute Resolve; Bank of America CEO, Brian Moynihan offered his view on the U.S. Economy during a recent interview; ABC News takes a look at some holiday shopping season results; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical pespective, offers his insights and opinions.

Kevin discusses a story criticizing President Trump's tariffs; compares the stock market at the beginning of the year and the end of the year; President Trump's push for U.S. energy dominance; November Truck tonnage numbers; November Pending home sales; Kevin has the details and offers his insights and opinions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses a story criticizing President Trump's tariffs; compares the stock market at the beginning of the year and the end of the year; President Trump's push for U.S. energy dominance; November Truck tonnage numbers; November Pending home sales; Kevin has the details and offers his insights and opinions. 

Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.

On this 7th day of Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025. Kevin talks about many of the Executive Orders, regulation enforcement, initiatives, pilot programs, etc.  instituted to support America's truck drivers and make our roadways safer. Kevin also speaks with Amber Caron, Director of Communications, Wreaths Across America about their recent successful wreath laying ceremony across the Country and a special matching opportunity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this 7th day of Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025. Kevin talks about many of the Executive Orders, regulation enforcement, initiatives, pilot programs, etc.  instituted to support America's truck drivers and make our roadways safer. Kevin also speaks with Amber Caron, Director of Communications, Wreaths Across America about their recent successful wreath laying ceremony across the Country and a special matching opportunity.

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims last week; Kevin interviews Sam Collier, Dean of Manufacturing & Transportation Technology, Gateway Community & Technical College regarding Gateway's CDL training program; the U.S. Commerce Department released the October Durable Goods Orders; Kevin looks at the economic reports, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims last week; Kevin interviews Sam Collier, Dean of Manufacturing & Transportation Technology, Gateway Community & Technical College regarding Gateway's CDL training program; the U.S. Commerce Department released the October Durable Goods Orders; Kevin looks at the economic reports, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

Kevin talks about the actual cost of the 12 days of Christmas. He also talks learning the trades with Sam Collier of Gateway Community College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin talks about the actual cost of the 12 days of Christmas. He also talks learning the trades with Sam Collier of Gateway Community College.

Kevin Gordon hosts America's Truckin' Network on the Christmas Eve 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Gordon hosts America's Truckin' Network on the Christmas Eve 2025

Kevin talks about comments made by Rush Enterprises CEO W.M. "Rusty" Rush during a press event at last week's 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo in Nashville and covers the following stories: a pop-up survey, which was actually more of a push poll, from what appeared to be a Liberal Organization regarding whether you support lawmakers' plans to ban gas cars; Wreaths Across America reported the results of the wreath laying ceremony this past December 13th; the National Association of Realtors released their Existing-Home Sales Report; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his opinions and insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin talks about comments made by Rush Enterprises CEO W.M. "Rusty" Rush during a press event at last week's 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo in Nashville and covers the following stories: a pop-up survey, which was actually more of a push poll, from what appeared to be a Liberal Organization regarding whether you support lawmakers' plans to ban gas cars; Wreaths Across America reported the results of the wreath laying ceremony this past December 13th; the National Association of Realtors released their Existing-Home Sales Report; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his opinions and insights.

Kevin returns to familiar surroundings after attending the Rush Enterprises 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, Sunday through Tuesday, and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Mitch Davisson, Director of Collision Centers, Rush Enterprises, New Braunfels, Texas, stopped by the ATN Booth at the TSR, to discuss the Body and Paint competition; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin returns to familiar surroundings after attending the Rush Enterprises 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, Sunday through Tuesday, and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Mitch Davisson, Director of Collision Centers, Rush Enterprises, New Braunfels, Texas, stopped by the ATN Booth at the TSR, to discuss the Body and Paint competition; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index.

Kevin returns to familiar surroundings after attending the Rush Enterprises 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, Sunday through Tuesday, and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Mitch Davisson, Director of Collision Centers, Rush Enterprises,New Braunfels, Texas, stopped by the ATN Booth at the TSR, to discuss the Body and Paint competition; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index.

Kevin recaps his attendance at the 20th Anniversary, Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) this past Sunday thru Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. While at the TSR Kevin spoke with Victor Cummings, Vice President, Service Operations, Rush Enterprises about the competition, employee retention, mentoring programs, internship programs and an innovative program for trade school students. Robert LaValley, Heavy Duty Technician from Flagstaff, AZ., stopped by to talk about his participation and being a finalist in every competition since the first TSR in 2006. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin recaps his attendance at the 20th Anniversary, Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) this past Sunday thru Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. While at the TSR Kevin spoke with Victor Cummings, Vice President, Service Operations, Rush Enterprises about the competition, employee retention, mentoring programs, internship programs and an innovative program for trade school students. Robert LaValley, Heavy Duty Technician from Flagstaff, AZ., stopped by to talk about his participation and being a finalist in every competition since the first TSR in 2006. 

Kevin talks with Rush Enterprises employees Connie Dempsey, Senior Continuous Improvement and Deborah Smith, Director of Operations Continuous Improvement, who are part of the Tech Skills Rodeo Committee, they discuss the planning, logistics, lining up sponsors and Trade Show participants; they also discuss their positions with Rush Enterprises, how their career path lead them there and advice for people who might be considering a career in the trucking industry. Additionally, Michael Freeze, Features Editor, Transport Topics and Leo Baros Associate Editor, TruckNews.com join the show to talk about their Tech Skills Rodeo experience, as well as their opinions on the state of the Economies in the U.S. and Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin talks with Rush Enterprises employees Connie Dempsey, Senior Continuous Improvement and Deborah Smith, Director of Operations Continuous Improvement, who are part of the Tech Skills Rodeo Committee, they discuss the planning, logistics, lining up sponsors and Trade Show participants; they also discuss their positions with Rush Enterprises, how their career path lead them there and advice for people who might be considering a career in the trucking industry. Additionally, Michael Freeze, Features Editor, Transport Topics and Leo Baros Associate Editor, TruckNews.com join the show to talk about their Tech Skills Rodeo experience, as well as their opinions on the state of the Economies in the U.S. and Canada.

Kevin was on the floor of the 20th Anniversary of the Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo at the Gaylord, Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville TN,; he described the trip to Nashville, on Saturday, through the Winter Weather Advisories, Sunday's Collision Center competition, setting up the ATN booth at the venue, the night dinner cruise on the General Jackson, talks with Rush Enterprises, Jody Pollard, Senior Vice President, Vehicle After Market Sales & Robb Nixon, Vice President Sales and Tech Rodeo competitor, Chris Purcell, Atlanta Technician, Grand Champion 2021 and 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.