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In today's episode, Jerad Dennis, director of pricing and business intelligence at TA Services joins us to talk about TA's recently released Transportation Trendline report. We dive into how spot rate trends, the impact of weather and seasonality, and what watch as we approach the second half of 2025. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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New reports indicate that ⁠BNSF has hired Goldman Sachs to advise on a potential rail merger⁠, following ongoing merger talks between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern since the first quarter. Publicly held Class One railroads are also scheduled to begin reporting their second-quarter earnings this week. We delve into the US cargo airlines' strong endorsement of the Trump administration's sanctions on Mexico, enacted after ⁠Mexico allegedly violated a 2015 air transport agreement by forcing all cargo carriers to relocate⁠. The U.S. Department of Transportation will now review flight schedules of Mexican carriers and has put European countries on notice for similar potential actions. The episode also highlights the struggles of ⁠small and medium-sized businesses amidst a possible trade war⁠, with some companies adopting new practices like skew normalization to mitigate tariff-related losses. Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka notes that uncertainty has become the new norm, emphasizing how trade policies impact the economy as a whole. Tune in today at 2 PM for a new episode of ⁠Loaded and Rolling⁠ with Thomas Wason on FreightWaves Television. Additionally, mark your calendars for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit ⁠tomorrow and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ next week on July 30th in Washington D.C.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 864 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson is hosting. We catch up with Todd Waldron, vice president of carrier experience at Truckstop.com and look at their recent driver survey, the role AI is playing for truckers today, and celebrate Truckstop's 30 year anniversary. We also dive into the LTL world by unpacking the Synchro LTL Claims Index and talk with Bill Jackson, Founder and the creator of the index about how folks can use it.  Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store 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

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A new proposed deal could reshape freight railroading, with Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern reportedly in merger talks to create the first true transcontinental railroad. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, owning Union Pacific's primary competitor BNSF Railway, looms large with over $347 billion in cash, sparking speculation of a bidding war that could involve other major railroads like CSX. We also cover the U.S. moves to restrict Mexican airlines over cargo and competition concerns, threatening the long-standing partnership between Delta and Aeromexico. This action by the Trump administration is a direct response to the Mexican government's mandate forcing all cargo flights from Mexico City's main airport to a more distant new airport, a move the U.S. asserts violates their trade agreement. Finally, get an update on ocean rates falling for the fifth straight week, according to Drewry's World Container Index. The key route from Shanghai to Los Angeles saw rates decrease by 4%, while Shanghai to New York dipped 6%, reflecting what analysts describe as a clear sign of weakening global demand for goods after a volatile spike caused by U.S. tariffs on Chinese products earlier this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 863 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson and Rob Carpenter dive deep into infrastructure, inspections, inspiration, and sour intensity. Former FMCSA Administrator Jim Mullins kicks things off with an insider's view of Derek Barr's confirmation and what awaits him at an FMCSA now grappling with layoffs, tech transitions, and a weakened workforce. Then, VA Delegate Chad Green joins the show to discuss the spike in teen driver crashes during the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer and the new laws Virginia is enacting to save lives. From there, we pivot to creativity and craftsmanship with Cody McCandless, who walks us through his custom build of the Lacoh Transport Dream Truck, a rolling tribute to freight. Then Ingrid Brown lays down some hard-won wisdom on driver inspections and the top violations of June for Wyoming. We cover how tariffs are souring the costs of Halloween candy. All that plus the FreightTech 100 launch, crash video reaction clips, and more. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Check out the WTT merch store⁠ ⁠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

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In Part 4 of our Generational Grit Series, FreightWaves Founder and CEO Craig Fuller sits down with his father, Max Fuller, the visionary founder of U.S. Express, for a deeply personal and revealing conversation. Max shares the untold story of his turbulent relationship with his own father, Clyde, an intimidating yet ultimately generous figure who played a pivotal role in Max's early career. Discover how a broken-down car led to an unexpected reconciliation and a life-changing opportunity. But the grit doesn't stop there. Max opens up about the dramatic sale of Southwest Motor Freight, his father's company, and the shocking events that unfolded under a new, deceptive owner. Witness the strategic genius and sheer determination that led Max to walk away from that chaos and, against all odds, lay the foundation for not one, but two trucking powerhouses: U.S. Express and Covenant Transport. This is a raw, honest look at the resilience required to build a legacy in the world of freight. ⁠Follow the Fuller Speed Ahead Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

⁠Union Pacific is reportedly in early-stage talks to acquire Norfolk Southern⁠, its smaller Eastern rival. This potential tie-up would combine the largest publicly held US railroad with NS, bringing together over 60,000 employees and 60,000 miles of track. ⁠David Steiner has officially taken the helm of the US Postal Service as the new Postmaster General⁠, becoming the highest paid chief executive in the agency's history with a salary over $346,000 plus a 50% bonus.  The Canadian government will begin a confidential vote on Monday for ⁠53,000 Canada Post employees to ratify the state-owned company's final contract offer⁠, despite opposition from union leadership. This vote aims to conclude 19 months of negotiations, which included a 32-day strike and recent mail carrier refusal to work overtime, leading to daily operational losses of $7.3 million per day in June. Tune in today for FreightWaves TV's ⁠What the Truck?!?⁠ live at noon, with replays available on SiriusXM channel 146 from 5 to 7 PM. Don't forget to register for the free ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit⁠ next Wednesday at 9 AM and get your tickets for the ⁠Supply Chain and AI Symposium⁠ in Washington D.C. in about two weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Zane Hengsperger of NOX Metals / Delta22 tells JP Hampstead about going from tech to steel manufacturing and the rich heritage of automotive manufacturing in Windsor, Detroit, and the Great Lakes region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An Illinois-based trucking company, Chicago Suburban Express, is scheduled to close its doors on Friday, July 18th. Founded in 1963, the company, also known as CSX, previously offered same-day pickup and truckload shipments across Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and parts of Missouri, employing 41 drivers and operating 33 power units.  Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced a new 12-member DOT Advisory Board with the goal of increasing American private investment in national infrastructure projects. Duffy highlighted that while there's a significant opportunity for private capital in infrastructure, much of the current returns are going to foreign investors, and he aims to shift these returns to American investors. Derek Barrs, the nominee for the top position at the FMCSA, testified before Congress, emphasizing how his law enforcement experience will guide his leadership in the agency. He specifically noted his understanding of challenges faced by roadside inspectors when communicating with drivers lacking English proficiency, and pledged to address issues like fraudulent CDLs and other fraud schemes if confirmed.  The episode also promotes upcoming FreightWaves TV programming, including new episodes of Bring It Home with JP Hampstead and The Long Haul with Adam Wingfield. Listeners are encouraged to get tickets for the Supply Chain AI Symposium on July 30th in Washington D.C., and to register for the free Enterprise Fleet Summit virtual event next week. Additionally, nominations for the FreightTech 100 awards are now open, with winners to be announced later in the summer and the FreightTech 25 announced at the F3 festival in October. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam chops it up with Robert McCutcheon, VP of Strategy and Growth at TAFS, to dig into the stuff that keeps small carriers afloat—or breaks them down. We're talking factoring terms most folks overlook, the real cost of fuel cards, and how to make smarter money moves in a market that's already tight. Rob brings years of experience across finance, logistics, and trucking and lays it out plain: if you don't understand your numbers, you're rolling backwards. If you've ever signed a factoring deal or swiped a fuel card, this one's for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're on location in Katy, Texas for an exclusive look at Bot Auto, a company that's not just building self-driving technology—they're building an entire autonomous trucking fleet from the ground up. First, we sit down with the CEO to discuss their unique "transportation as a service" business model. Unlike many tech companies, Bot Auto operates its own trucks, focusing on the most important metric that others often ignore: cost per mile. We dive into how they leverage the latest AI innovations (while avoiding the hype) to create a profitable and efficient operation.Then, we go outside for a hands-on walkaround of one of their Level 4 autonomous trucks with their Director of Fleet and Operational Safety, a 26-year veteran of the Texas Highway Patrol. He explains the critical importance of safety, breaks down the advanced LiDAR, camera, and radar sensor suite, and discusses how this technology is poised to make our roads safer. We also talk about the future of trucking jobs and how autonomy is creating new opportunities for technicians, inspectors, and local drivers. Is this the future of logistics and supply chain? Join us for a deep dive into the practical reality of self-driving trucks. ⁠Follow the Truck Tech Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 862 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson examine the first major second-quarter earnings release with JB Hunt showing some signs of excitement for the back half of the year.  Consumer inflation data is in and JP Hampstead reveals what happened and how you may end up paying more for your goods going forward.  We're in the middle of CVSA Safe Driving Week, so Brandon Wiseman comes on the show to break down how you can stay up-to-date with safety requirements and what you can do to protect yourself and others on the road.  All that plus UPS driver breaks, pigs in a blanket, and more!  ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Check out the WTT merch store⁠ ⁠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

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Welcome to your FreightWaves Morning Minute, summarizing today's top stories in freight and logistics. We first discuss the ⁠alarming rise in cargo theft incidents linked to insider information⁠, a trend highlighted by Tony Pelli of BSI Consulting, with Miami and Los Angeles identified as major hotspots in the U.S.. Criminals are increasingly using methods such as phishing emails, bribing employees, and targeting facilities near logistics hubs to facilitate these thefts. The ⁠Federal Maritime Commission's (FMC) has launched an investigation into Terminal Service Agreements (TSAs) between Port Houston and several major container lines⁠. This probe aims to determine if clauses within these agreements compel carriers, including Maersk and Evergreen Line Joint Service, to route a certain percentage of their loaded containers through Port Houston, potentially disadvantaging competing Gulf ports.  Additionally, BNSF Railway has launched a ⁠new expedited intermodal service connecting Los Angeles to Houston⁠, which significantly cuts transit times by two days. This service, which debuted on July 10, is specifically designed to offer a faster and more cost-effective alternative for customers, particularly those currently draying intermodal loads from Dallas-Fort Worth to Houston.  Finally, tune in to FreightWaves TV today for new episodes of ⁠What the Truck?!?⁠ at noon and ⁠Truck Tech⁠ this afternoon. Also, make sure to mark your calendars for upcoming FreightWaves events, including the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit⁠ on July 23rd and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ in Washington D.C. on July 30th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Jerad Dennis, director of pricing and business intelligence at TA Services joins us to talk about TA's recently released Transportation Trendline report. We dive into how spot rate trends, the impact of weather and seasonality, and what watch as we approach the second half of 2025.  ⁠Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, we break down trends happening in the cross border space between the U.S. and Mexico. Our guest, Jess Billedo, General Manager, Mexico at Arrive Logistics dives into the rise in demand for cross-border freight, the evolution of nearshoring and what to expect from a cross border solutions provider. 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

The US Postal Service has increased its rates for stamps and parcel service on an expedited timeline, a change highlighted in the article "USPS hikes parcel rates and stamps by 7%". These new prices, including a 78-cent first-class stamp and higher domestic shipping costs for Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select, were previously approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission. The Trump administration is updating its national freight strategy, focusing on emerging technology and regulatory barriers, as discussed in "Will AI rewrite America's freight strategy?". The US DOT is seeking public input to prepare for a projected 50% increase in U.S. freight tonnage by 2050, looking for insights on diversifying global supply chains, rising energy production costs, changing urban-rural dynamics, and increasing e-commerce. June's Cass Freight Index report revealed continued pressure on freight volumes, marking 29 consecutive months of year-over-year declines for shipments, a trend extensively covered in "June produces mixed freight trends, recovery remains ‘elusive'". Although expenditures rose year-over-year, the outlook for July predicts a further 5% year-over-year decline in shipments, potentially offset by recent import increases. Finally, listeners are invited to tune into upcoming FreightWaves TV segments like Check Call and Loaded and Rolling. Nominations for the FreightTech 100 are now open, leading to the FreightTech 25 announcement at the Future of Freight Festival this fall, and other events include the Enterprise Fleet Summit and the Supply Chain AI Summit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 861 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson take a look at some of the biggest decisions to come out of two courts last week. TQL and C.H. Robinson are both in the hot seat for broker-carrier liability issues. Two different courts take two different interpretations of FAAAA rulings, resulting in a deeper divide in the interpretation of the law.  How does this shake out? Does SCOTUS step in? Who is really at fault when brokered freight gets caught in an accident?  Plus environmental consultant Craig Segall joins the show to discuss how the zero emission vehicle transition is going. President Trump has rolled back ZEV mandates and his administration has taken a harder line with California's stringent emission standards. What does this mean for the future of ZEV? How will manufacturers adjust? All that and notes on new weekend tariffs, expansion of US inland waterways, and more.  Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store 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

Interact Analysis, have ⁠lowered their projected growth for the mobile robotics market by $800 million⁠, citing shifts in the global supply chain. It also includes a lowered short-term growth expectation through 2027 and a 2030 revenue projection of $15.6 billion for the industry.. Next, we turn our attention to the rail sector, where the Smart TD Rail Union is ⁠polling its members on a possible strike vote⁠ on its CPKC network. The union claims CPKC took advantage of a service crisis on the Kansas City Southern Network to make workplace job changes, including cutting jobs and reducing employee working hours, though CPKC denies wrongdoing and states it has been fully transparent.. Finally, we highlight the ⁠significant rise in U.S. trade with Mexico⁠, which reached $74.5 billion in May, a 2% year-over-year increase and 7% gain from April. Mexico stood as the top U.S. trade partner for the month, bolstered by shipments of computers, cars, and auto parts to the U.S., with top ports of entry including Chicago O'Hare, Laredo, Texas, and JFK.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we celebrate the 150th episode on Running on Ice. Our guest, Joel Wayment, VP/GM 3PL & Packaging Solutions at Cardinal Health, breaks down some of the changes happening to the Drug Supply chain and how to best prepare for new regulations. 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

On episode 860 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson get your Friday going. We ask “where in the world is Thomas Wasson?” FreightValidate CEO Dale Prax is our highlight guest. He brings some intense conversation about the problems with the FMCSA and the trucking industry. We ask what can actually be done to fix the problems of fraud? What is truly freight fraud vs not? And why did nothing change when JD Vance, an author of a letter requesting a freight fraud task force, took office as VP? Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 6 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store 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

Welcome back to Fuller Speed Ahead: Generation Grit! In this gripping third installment, Craig Fuller continues his conversation with his father, Max Fuller, pulling back the curtain on the dramatic mid-1970s era of the family's trucking empire. This episode is packed with incredible stories from a period of rapid change in American logistics: - Interstate Expansion: Discover how the completion of the interstate system opened up new frontiers for nationwide freight. - Max's Early Hustle: Hear how a young Max started his own side trucking business, strategically competing for loads and learning the ropes. - Old School Operations: Get a fascinating glimpse into the days of “punch card” computers, manual truck tracking, and the immense trust placed in drivers. - Clyde's High Stakes: Max reveals his father Clyde's heavy gambling habits and how his trips to Las Vegas impacted the company's finances. - The Secret Slush Fund: Learn how Max, as a young accounting student, secretly managed the company's books and confronted his explosive father to save the business from financial ruin! - Deregulation Anticipation: Understand the excitement and opportunities brought by the impending Motor Carrier Act of 1980. This is a raw, honest, and often hilarious look at the challenges and triumphs of building a trucking dynasty. Max's financial ingenuity and Clyde's unforgettable character shine through in this must-watch episode. Don't miss this crucial chapter in the Fuller family's “Generation Grit” saga! ⁠Follow the Fuller Speed Ahead Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dr. Zac Rogers returns to give a mid-year update on how supply chains are responding to the ongoing trade war and what the LMI respondents expect for the rest of the year.  ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Dale Prax—Marine Corps veteran, 30-year freight insider, and founder of FreightValidate—to expose the freight fraud epidemic that's hitting small carriers the hardest. From ghost carriers and fake dispatchers to double brokering rings that steal freight and wreck reputations, Dale breaks down exactly how these scams work—and why the FMCSA isn't doing enough to stop them. You'll also hear how Platinum Verified and FreightClub are building a wall of trust around the good actors in this industry. If you've ever said “That would never happen to me”—you need to hear this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A significant legal setback for rail shippers dropped as a federal court has tossed out the Surface Transportation Board's (STB) 2024 reciprocal switching rule, ruling that the STB exceeded its authority and that the rule was inconsistent with the Staggers Act of 1980, a decision challenged by major railroads including CSX, Canadian National, and Union Pacific.  Watt EV has broken ground on its sixth electric charging depot at the Port of Oakland, establishing a vital zero-emission freight corridor connecting the Bay Area to Sacramento, Nevada, and Southern California. This new facility will feature 15 240-kilowatt CCS dispensers and six MCS dispensers, significantly expanding the region's heavy-duty electric truck charging  The Small Business and Transportation Coalition (SBTC) has petitioned the U.S. Department of Transportation to repeal regulations allowing new entrant non-North America domiciled carriers to apply for operating authority in the US, alleging unfair competition against American trucking companies. However, federal data from the FMCSA contradicts this claim, showing very few non-North America-based operating authorities currently exist, with all such companies required to complete a safety audit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 859 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Adam Wingfield host the show. They start with an update on the world of small carriers, what is happening with the market, and if a container boom sends optimistic signs to the trucking market.  Carpenter Compliance's Rob Carpenter joins to discuss staying compliant with the now-enforceable English language proficiency standards, how new drivers can make sure they are compliant and how companies can make sure their existing team is up to par.  Then Grace Sharkey, former FreightWaver, rounds us out to talk about her move to Orderful, the partnership with Dr. Squatch Soap, and what is happening in the freight tech world.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠X⁠ or ⁠YouTube⁠, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 6 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Check out the WTT merch store⁠ ⁠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

In today's episode, Jeff Lynch, founder and CEO of Idle Smart joins us to talk about how his company is revolutionizing idle management for heavy-duty fleets. Moving beyond the costly and fragmented solutions of the past, like APUs, Idle Smart offers an automated, fleet-focused system that cuts fuel costs, boosts ROI, and enhances sustainability. ⁠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 issues surrounding CDLs in the U.S. Our guest, Thomas Wasson, Enterprise trucking analyst at FreightWaves, breaks down what the motives are behind the enforcement of the english language proficiency and why non-domiciled CDL holders are at the center of the discourse. 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

The Trump administration announced potential ⁠higher import tariffs starting August 1st⁠, including 25% on Japan and South Korea, with threats against retaliatory measures from other nations. This action follows President Trump's executive order to extend a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs until next month.  Geodis has appointed ⁠Laura Ritchey as the new President and CEO of its Americas region⁠, where she will manage and grow contract logistics, freight forwarding, and transportation across North and South America. Ritchey will oversee approximately 20,000 employees in eight countries and has also joined the group's executive board.  The American Trucking Associations (ATA)  is ⁠losing its influence in the trucking industry⁠, as many small fleets and owner-operators, who have increased their truck numbers by 245% since 2008, criticize the ATA for misrepresenting their interests. The ATA, primarily representing larger fleets, faces criticism for backing legislation that harms independent truckers, despite claiming to speak for all.  Listeners are also reminded of upcoming FreightWaves TV episodes, including ⁠Check Call with Mary O'Connell⁠ at 12:30 and ⁠Loaded and Rolling with Thomas Wasson at 2 PM⁠. Don't forget to register for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit⁠ coming up on July 23rd and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ in Washington DC on July 30th at ⁠live.freightwaves.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 858 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to the teams at Dr. Squatch and ShipMonk to learn how they're cleaning up in the soap business. How does manly soap go from source to sold? We'll find out from Dr. Squatch's Andrew Sutton and Jason Welsh and ShipMonk's Kevin Sides. Ordinary Times' Andrew Donaldson doesn't just write about trade; he used to move it himself. We'll learn about the logistics of delivering bathtubs in West Virginia and examine Trump's tariff trade deal delay. We'll dive into what's happening now and what may occur on August 1. Plus, the first Red Sea attack of 2025; who's getting $5 million to haul the space shuttle; smuggling in flatbed trailers; a Jurassic Park Rebirth review; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 6 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We begin with news of a ⁠Houthi attack on the Liberian-flagged bulk tanker, Magic Seas⁠, in the Red Sea, marking the first such incident on commercial shipping since December of last year. This attack, which occurred 51 nautical miles southwest of Hudaydah, Yemen, led to the vessel being set on fire and sinking, with its 23-person crew abandoning ship.  UPS plans to offer ⁠voluntary buyouts to unionized drivers⁠ for the first time in their history, as part of an effort to eliminate approximately 20,000 frontline positions and increase profits. While drivers taking the buyout would receive a generous financial package and earned retirement benefits, the Teamsters union strongly opposes this plan, viewing it as an illegal violation of their contract's commitment to creating new jobs.  In other news, DP World, a global ports and logistics operator, is seizing ⁠significant opportunities across Latin America⁠, having recently opened a freight forwarding hub in Mexico City to support rising demand in US-Mexico cross-border logistics. The company has expanded aggressively in the Americas over the last two years, establishing 35 freight forwarding offices, including locations in Brazil and Toronto. Finally, don't miss out on upcoming Freight Waves events, including a new episode of ⁠What The Truck?!?⁠ today at noon, with a replay on Road Dog Trucking at 6 p.m.. Also, remember to sign up for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit⁠ on July 23rd and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ on July 30th in Washington DC, both accessible for registration at ⁠live.freightwaves.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles Yang tells JP Hampstead about his contribution to the Techno-Industrial Playbook, which explains the levers that the government can pull to expand financing for domestic critical mineral processing. Charles and JP discuss the economics of minerals commodity markets and the risks that domestic processors take on by entering a market whose prices can be manipulated by China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices