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Borderland with Vincent 'Rocco' Vargas
Canada's Secret Cartel Crisis: Inside the Underground Narco Trucking Network

Borderland with Vincent 'Rocco' Vargas

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 52:30


Sam Cooper is Canadian investigative journalist known for his reporting on cartels, organized crime, money laundering, and political corruption. He is the founder of The Bureau: https://www.thebureau.news/ Follow him on X: https://x.com/scoopercooper Borderland: Narcosis is an IRONCLAD Original Episode Chapters: (00:00) Intro & Sam Cooper's background(03:34) How long-haul trucking became a cartel pipeline(07:48) The Indian mafia, Khalistan networks & Ryan Wedding(13:50) Border corruption and Vancouver's Delta Port(20:34) Drug flow patterns & Canada's rise as a production hub(28:55) Violence, corruption & the Dubai/Iranian connections(35:55) China's role in global narcotics & the Wuhan lab leak(44:07) Spain migration crisis, Canada's political future & closing thoughts Sponsors: 1st Phorm: Go to⁠ ⁠https://www.1stphorm.com/borderland⁠⁠ and get free shipping on any orders over $75, free 30 days in the app for new customers, and 110% money back guarantee on all of our products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping It Roehl
John M. & Jhoan P. N. - Get Your CDL Drivers

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 17:23


In this episode, Travis is joined by John M. & Jhoan P.N. to talk about why they wanted to become truck drivers, how they found Roehl and going through Roehl's on-the-job CDL training program. 

South Australian Country Hour
South Australian Country Hour

South Australian Country Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 55:06


Testing confirms Australia's first known case of a mass mortality event involving H5 bird flu, the Bureau of Meteorology announces further changes to its controversial new website, and Australia's rural transporters want more consultation on how the heavy vehicle road user charge is applied.

FreightCasts
The $60M Lawyer Convicted in a Murder-Linked Trucking Scam | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 53:02


Welcome to the fastest 45 minutes in freight! On this end-of-July edition of What the Truck?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down the latest industry headlines and sit down with top leaders in supply chain technology and fleet operations. In this episode: Headlines & Legal Dramas: A breakdown of the latest updates surrounding the Louisiana staged-accident scam and attorney Vanessa Motta's denied request for a new trial. Plus, a look at the fallout from high-profile broker liability cases and nuclear verdicts. Reinventing Freight with Tech & EVs: Sami Khan, Co-Founder and CEO of Novoia, joins the show to discuss how AI, electrification, and autonomous hub-and-spoke models are reshaping over-the-road freight. He shares real-world performance data on their Tesla Semis and explains how AI is freeing up dispatchers to focus on high-value tasks. Tackling the Technician Shortage: Matt Trapp, VP of Operations at Cox Fleet, stops by to talk about the real challenges facing fleet maintenance. Learn how Cox Fleet is recruiting the next generation of tech-savvy mechanics—including military veterans—and why leadership is the key to technician retention. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Visit our sponsor - GNOSIS FREIGHT⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's Truckin' Network
America's Trucking Network -- 7/31/26

America's Truckin' Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 50:35 Transcription Available


Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims, interesting coverage from two different news services; the U.S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported the advance estimate of 2nd Quarter GDP, in a separate report, the BEA, released the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index and Core PCE, which is the Federal Reserve's primary forecasting gauge; oil prices reacts to increased "hostilities" between the U.S. and Iran, a proposed Saudi Arabia led 14 country coalition to boost defense around the Red Sea, an attack on an Egyptian port and events in the war between Ukraine and Russia; 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.

What The Truck?!?
The $60M Lawyer Convicted in a Murder-Linked Trucking Scam

What The Truck?!?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 53:02


Welcome to the fastest 45 minutes in freight! On this end-of-July edition of What the Truck?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down the latest industry headlines and sit down with top leaders in supply chain technology and fleet operations. In this episode: Headlines & Legal Dramas: A breakdown of the latest updates surrounding the Louisiana staged-accident scam and attorney Vanessa Motta's denied request for a new trial. Plus, a look at the fallout from high-profile broker liability cases and nuclear verdicts. Reinventing Freight with Tech & EVs: Sami Khan, Co-Founder and CEO of Novoia, joins the show to discuss how AI, electrification, and autonomous hub-and-spoke models are reshaping over-the-road freight. He shares real-world performance data on their Tesla Semis and explains how AI is freeing up dispatchers to focus on high-value tasks. Tackling the Technician Shortage: Matt Trapp, VP of Operations at Cox Fleet, stops by to talk about the real challenges facing fleet maintenance. Learn how Cox Fleet is recruiting the next generation of tech-savvy mechanics—including military veterans—and why leadership is the key to technician retention. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - GNOSIS FREIGHT Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

700 WLW On-Demand
America's Trucking Network -- 7/31/26

700 WLW On-Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 50:35 Transcription Available


Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims, interesting coverage from two different news services; the U.S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported the advance estimate of 2nd Quarter GDP, in a separate report, the BEA, released the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index and Core PCE, which is the Federal Reserve's primary forecasting gauge; oil prices reacts to increased "hostilities" between the U.S. and Iran, a proposed Saudi Arabia led 14 country coalition to boost defense around the Red Sea, an attack on an Egyptian port and events in the war between Ukraine and Russia; 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.

Steering Change
Safety, Economics, and Improved Travel on Alberta's Highway 3

Steering Change

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 28:30


In this episode, we are discussing the improvements being made to the Highway 3 corridor between the BC border and Medicine Hat over the last several years in the way of passing lanes and twinning in the name of aiding traffic flow and improving safety. In our conversation, host Kelsey Hipkin chats with Gordon Reynolds, The Highway 3 Twinning Development Association (H3TDA) President and Mayor of Bow Island, Alberta, and Brad Beerling, AMTA Senior Vice Chair of the Board, as well as co-host Josh Hannaberry, AMTA Senior Advisor of Strategic Partnerships, to deep dive into the progress being made, commercial transportation and economic impacts, and the highway history, including the many years the H3TDA has been advocating for the roadway.Learn more about the H3TDA on their website: https://www.twin3.ca/If you have any questions or concerns about topics related to what was discussed in this episode, or commercial transportation and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at memberservices@amta.ca.AMTA will release its 2027 Education Course Calendar at the end of September. Effective September 28, 2026, government-issued photo ID will be verified at the start of all online and in-person classes, and webcams will be required to be turned on for all online and instructor-led courses. Learn more on our website: https://amta.ca/training-policies, or contact training@amta.ca with any questions or concerns.AMTA's Whitecourt Safety Summit is on October 1. Join us for a full day of content including a keynote presentation, and sessions with WCB, Trucking HR Canada and more. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Register now: https://www.amta.ca/portal/events/17AMTA's Driver Appreciation Days return this September! Dates and volunteer opportunities are open and on our website: https://amta.ca/portal/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days. Spots are filling quickly!Do you have swag that you want to donate for the swag bags? Email events@amta.ca to learn how you can get involved.Are you interested in getting involved with the AMTA? Please contact membership@amta.ca for Membership opportunities and learn the value that AMTA can bring to you and your organization.AMTA seeks to represent our Members in all facets of the industry, but that only works if we hear from you on the issues affecting your day-to-day. We encourage everyone to reach out and share their thoughts and ideas. Please don't hesitate to contact us at memberservices@amta.ca. Do you have any questions or an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca. 

The Blendr Report
Trump's New Tariffs, Carney's Blind Budget, and Cartel Trucking | Blendr Report EP172

The Blendr Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 45:05


Get original articles, extended podcasts, and direct access to Blendr News on our Substack Channel: blendrnews.comThis episode is brought to you by The Tallowed Truth. Use promo code "Blendr" for 15% off:www.thetallowedtruth.com/blendrIn this episode of "The Blendr Report," Liam and Jonathan discuss:00:00 Introduction00:33 Trump's Tariffs and Canada's Trade Response14:45 Federal Budget Transparency Concerns29:26 Sponsor: The Tallow Truth30:34 Cartel Networks in Canadian Trucking44:45 Substack Preview and ClosingFollow BLENDR News:Twitter - @BlendrNewsInstagram - @blendr.report TikTok - @blendrnewsFollow Jonathan:Instagram - @itsjonathanharveyTikTok - @itsjonathanharveyFollow Liam:Instagram - @liam.out.loudX - @liam_out_loudYouTube - @liam-out-loud

The Oakley Podcast
303: Why This Driver Gave Up Cadillac Benefits to Become an Owner Operator

The Oakley Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 42:38


This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett talks with Oakley owner-operator Eddie Wormsbacher about his path from working in his dad's kids' furniture business in Michigan to hauling 160,000 lb heavy loads and eventually becoming a dry bulk owner operator at Oakley Trucking. Eddie shares how the collapse of the family business pushed him into trucking in 2010, his early struggles as a company driver, and the scary leap into owning his own truck, including the financial risk, maintenance realities, and insurance challenges. He opens up about balancing life on the road with a 30-year marriage, three kids, and a new grandchild, as well as how his background in customer service shapes the way he treats shippers, receivers, and Oakley's reputation. Throughout the conversation, Eddie and Jeremy highlight key takeaways about discipline with money, the importance of safety and dealing with distracted drivers, Oakley's high expectations and support, and why real success as an owner operator comes down to mindset, responsibility, and family priorities.  Key topics in today's conversation include: Calendar Photo Contest Details and Examples of Past Photos (0:41) Eddie's Dad's Kids Furniture Business and Warehouse Role (4:08) Transition from Delivery Business to Trucking Career in 2010 (7:51) How Eddie Met His Wife and Strained Relationship with Dad (10:19) Starting Trucking: Company Driver Years and Michigan Heavy Haul (12:26) Hitting a Pay Ceiling and Considering Owner Operator Leap (16:07) Coming to Oakley Trucking and Staying in Dry Bulk (18:36) PTO Programming Ordeal on Automatic Truck and Transition to Pneumatic (24:40) Daily Challenges: Distracted Drivers, Time Management, and Maintenance (27:27) Pros and Cons of Working at Oakley and High Expectations (30:59) Big Repair Streak, Borrowing From Home, and Using Miles To Recover (34:44) Loving vs Needing Trucking and Why He Won't Put a Driver in His Truck (37:50) Final Reflections on Trucking, Family, and Owner Operator Reality (40:03) Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FirstFleet TenFour
FirstFleet through the years - Driving in the Early Days with FirstFleet

FirstFleet TenFour

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 25:52


Join us on the FirstFleet podcast as we talk through what the 80s looked like as a driver at FirstFleet with Mr. John Cole. 

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
Bridging the Barriers: Empowering Women in Trucking with Shelley Walker

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 14:16


 Bridging the Barriers: Empowering Women in Trucking with Shelley Walker In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Shelley Walker, founder of the Women's Trucking Federation of Canada. Shelley shares the latest updates on the upcoming Bridging the Barriers event happening this September, diving into the vital work being done to support, empower, and create new opportunities for women truck drivers right across Canada. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on industry growth, mentorship, and building a more inclusive trucking community. Support Women in Canadian Trucking With WTFC The Women's Trucking Federation of Canada (WTFC) is building a stronger, safer, and more inclusive trucking industry. We champion women and underrepresented groups, expand career pathways, and advocate for drivers as skilled professionals who deserve respect, recognition, and safe working conditions. Our mission is to:

Canadian Common Sense
Episode 437 - Trucking in Canada - are our roads safe?

Canadian Common Sense

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 55:09


Email us at cdncomsense@gmail.com We are joined by Bill from Ontario, who has spent over 30 years in the trucking industry, to discuss not only what's wrong with the business, but how to make it right. Enjoy the conversation!

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind
464. Eight-Figure Trucking Settlements Start With What Most PI Lawyers Miss | Maxey Scherr, Scherr Law Firm

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 24:02


Every truck accident case looks like a car wreck—until you start investigating it. Maxey Scherr, founder of Scherr Law Firm, explains why treating an 18-wheeler crash like a standard auto case can cost both lawyers and clients millions. After spending 14 years practicing at her father's firm, Maxey founded Scherr Law Firm to focus exclusively on trucking accidents, traumatic brain injuries, and product liability. She became the first woman in Texas and New Mexico to earn board certification in trucking litigation and recently secured an eight-figure settlement on half of a single trucking case, making her one of the country's leading voices in commercial trucking litigation. In this episode, Maxey explains what separates trucking litigation from everyday PI cases, why early investigation determines case value, and how experienced trucking lawyers uncover additional insurance coverage, liable parties, and product defects that many firms miss. You'll learn: Why trucking accident cases require a different litigation strategy than ordinary car wrecks. How to investigate commercial trucking companies before critical evidence disappears. What additional insurance policies and liable parties PI lawyers often overlook. Why specialization leads to stronger trucking settlements and safer roads. If your firm is looking to land those massive trucking and catastrophic injury cases, then visit Rankings.io. Like what you hear? Hit Subscribe! We do this every week. If you want to keep learning from the best voices in PI, join us at PIMCON 2026. Buy your tickets now! Subscribe to our newsletter and get the freshest news every Monday: newsletter.rankings.io Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind w/ Chris Dreyer powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

FreightCasts
The End of "We Didn't Know" in Trucking : $604 Million Reasons Why | BRAKE CHECK

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 62:14


The trucking industry just entered a new era...and "we didn't know" may no longer be enough. After the Montgomery v. Caribe decision, brokers are facing unprecedented scrutiny over how they select motor carriers. Then came another massive Texas verdict involving Home Depot and C.H. Robinson, raising new questions about broker liability, negligent selection, and whether every catastrophic truck crash is now a lawsuit waiting to happen. At the same time, freight fraud and cargo theft continue to explode, costing the industry hundreds of millions of dollars every year. Identity theft, stolen MC numbers, double brokering, cargo theft rings, and organized fraud are forcing carriers, brokers, and load boards to rethink how freight moves across America. In this episode of Brake Check, Charles Gracey sits down with TIA President & CEO Chris Burroughs, former TIA Chairman Jeff Tucker, and Truckstop General Counsel Lynsey Pickenpaugh for one of the most important conversations in trucking this year. Inside this episode: What Montgomery v. Caribe really changed The legal impact of the latest Texas nuclear verdict Is every broker now exposed to negligent selection lawsuits? Why 92% of carriers have no federal safety rating Should FMCSA define what a "safe carrier" is? The future of broker liability How modern freight fraud actually works Identity theft, stolen MC numbers, and cargo theft What Truckstop is doing to stop fraud before it starts The one mistake carriers and brokers can't afford to make Whether you're a truck driver, owner-operator, carrier, freight broker, safety director, attorney, shipper, or fleet executive, this episode explains what has changed, what hasn't, and what every transportation professional needs to understand before the next load moves. The rules are changing. The lawsuits are getting bigger. The fraudsters are getting smarter. Are you ready? Join the conversation in the comments: Should FMCSA define what makes a carrier "safe," or should the industry remain responsible for making that decision itself? #Trucking #Freight #BrokerLiability #FreightFraud #CargoTheft #Transportation #FMCSA #TruckingNews #OwnerOperator #FreightBroker #Logistics #BrakeCheck #CDL #SupplyChain #MotorCarrier #TruckingIndustry ⁠Follow the Brake Check Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 27, 2026

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 27:05


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into notable changes related to diesel and petroleum pricing and to the spot market for truck freight. We also review some key indicators of the industrial and housing sectors.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcastSupport the show

Australia Wide
Truckies brace for higher fuel prices

Australia Wide

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 3:23


The federal government has signalled it won't be extending the fuel excise cut beyond the end of this week.The tax on fuel was halved for three months to help motorists with soaring costs as a result of the war in the Middle East.Support was extended through July, but at a smaller discount of about 16 cents per litre and it's due to end this weekend.Sharon Middleton runs trucking business Whiteline Transport. She says the increased cost of fuel will eventually be passed on to consumers. 

Keeping It Roehl
Allen S. & RADAR - Millions of Safe Miles

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 97:07


In this extended episode, Allen & RADAR join Travis to talk about Allen's start with Roehl - over 30 years ago - and his experiences through the years and over 3.8 million of safe miles. They share how the industry has changed, how Roehl's values shape the work they do and many other topics. Both Allen & RADAR have earned multiple driving awards. 

The Auron MacIntyre Show
How Foreign Labor Cartels Took Over American Trucking | Guest: Justin Martin | 7/24/26

The Auron MacIntyre Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 59:21


For decades, truck driving remained one of the best options for blue-collar Americans to achieve a middle-class lifestyle. In a world where overpriced college degrees were required for the most simple jobs, trucking allowed a man to care for his family with relatively little time or money invested. Now foreign labor cartels are moving in to dominate the industry, displacing native-born Americans while using ethnic favoritism to corner the market. Truck driver and online commentator Justin Martin joins me to discuss how this is impacting workers and making the country less safe.  Follow on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-auron-macintyre-show/id1657770114 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S6z4LBs8Fi7COupy7YYuM?si=4d9662cb34d148af Substack: https://auronmacintyre.substack.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuronMacintyre Gab: https://gab.com/AuronMacIntyre YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/AuronMacIntyre Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-390155 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@AuronMacIntyre:f Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auronmacintyre/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dale Jackson Show
Jeff from Indiana on the Intricacies of Trucking - 7-24-26

The Dale Jackson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 5:36


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FreightCasts
The Trucking Crackdown Is Here: Avoid These Mistakes Before It's Too Late | Brake Check

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 50:29


The trucking crackdown is here. The question is...will your company survive it? FMCSA has rewritten the playbook. CSA has undergone its biggest overhaul in years. English proficiency enforcement is back in force. DataQs are more important than ever. And freight fraud has exploded into one of the biggest threats facing carriers today. One bad inspection. One stolen identity. One double-brokered load. One compliance mistake. That's all it takes to turn a profitable trucking company into tomorrow's cautionary tale. In this episode of Brake Check, Charles Gracey sits down with two industry experts who have worked both sides of enforcement. Rob Carpenter, VP of Compliance at TruckSafe, shares what carriers need to know about FMCSA audits, driver qualification files, freight fraud, identity theft, double brokering, compliance, and protecting your business before criminals or regulators...show up at your door. Then John Seidl, former Wisconsin State Motor Carrier Trooper and FMCSA Investigator, explains what inspectors are really looking for during roadside inspections, how the new CSA scoring system affects carriers, how English proficiency enforcement is playing out in the real world, and how DataQ challenges can remove violations that never should have been written in the first place. In this episode: The biggest FMCSA and CSA changes every carrier needs to know What inspectors are actually looking for roadside How to survive an FMCSA audit Driver qualification file mistakes that can cost you The freight fraud scams targeting carriers today Identity theft, double brokering, and fictitious pickups explained How to protect your authority and your business How DataQs really work and when you should fight a violation The inspection mistakes that destroy CSA scores Practical compliance strategies every fleet can use today Whether you're an owner-operator, small fleet, safety director, dispatcher, broker, or trucking executive, this episode delivers practical advice you can put to work immediately. If you're serious about protecting your business, lowering risk, and staying ahead of the next enforcement wave, this is one episode you can't afford to miss. Subscribe to FreightWaves for more trucking news, carrier insights, and industry-leading conversations. ⁠Follow the Brake Check Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's Truckin' Network
7-23-26 America's Truckin' Network

America's Truckin' Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 35:47 Transcription Available


Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) reported May Used Class 8 Truck Sales, J.D. Power reported the auction component; the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released the 2026 Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking, its flagship benchmarking report; the University of Michigan released their July Preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index; oil prices react to the escalation of U.S. strikes on Iran, Iran's proxy, Yemen's Houthis, announcing a blockade of Saudi Arabia and threats to tankers carrying Saudi oil through the Bab el-Mandeb strait (between the red Sea and the Gulf of Aden); gas prices continue to climb; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

700 WLW On-Demand
7-23-26 America's Truckin' Network

700 WLW On-Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 35:47 Transcription Available


Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) reported May Used Class 8 Truck Sales, J.D. Power reported the auction component; the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released the 2026 Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking, its flagship benchmarking report; the University of Michigan released their July Preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index; oil prices react to the escalation of U.S. strikes on Iran, Iran's proxy, Yemen's Houthis, announcing a blockade of Saudi Arabia and threats to tankers carrying Saudi oil through the Bab el-Mandeb strait (between the red Sea and the Gulf of Aden); gas prices continue to climb; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
Clifford Truck Show 2026: Nostalgia, Cabovers, and the Soul of Trucking

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 16:57


Clifford Truck Show 2026: Nostalgia, Cabovers, and the Soul of Trucking We're taking you to the heart of Southwestern Ontario for a recap of the 2026 Clifford Truck Show! In this episode, we dive into why this event has become Canada's premier reunion for the trucking community. From the incredible sea of vintage cabovers to the stories shared between veteran drivers and the next generation of haulers, we cover the rigs, the people, and the diesel-fueled passion that makes Clifford a must-attend tradition. Visit The Lead Pedal Podcast on YouTube Want to see video footage of the episode or event? Click the link below to visit our YouTube Page and while you're there why not subscribe? Enjoy! LEAD PEDAL PODCAST ON YOUTUBE **************************************************************   At Bison – They Put Safety First! Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy.    You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com   or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport     Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening! The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com     

FreightCasts
Is $6 Diesel Coming? What Every Trucking Company Needs to Know | Brake Check

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 46:15


Rates are finally climbing... so why are trucking companies still struggling to make money? ATRI just revealed the highest operating cost in trucking history: $2.336 per mile. Diesel is pushing $5 a gallon AND SOME ARE WORRIED MAY HIT $6. Insurance keeps climbing. Maintenance isn't getting cheaper. So where is the money actually going? In this episode of Brake Check, we expose the hidden costs draining carrier profits and separate the technology that's delivering real ROI from the expensive hype that's emptying wallets. First, FreightWaves Enterprise Trucking Analyst Thomas Wasson joins us fresh off the Supply Chain AI Symposium to break down the freight market, exploding operating costs, AI, and the tools that can actually make carriers more profitable. Then, FOX Business contributor and energy expert Phil Flynn explains what's really driving diesel prices, whether another fuel spike is coming, and how smart fleets can stay ahead instead of getting blindsided at the pump. If you own trucks, manage a fleet, dispatch freight, or simply want to know where the trucking economy is headed next...This is the episode you can't afford to miss. Topics covered: Why trucking costs hit a record $2.336 per mile Where carrier profits are really disappearing AI that saves money—and AI that's just hype Freight rates vs. operating costs Diesel price forecasts and fuel strategy What small fleets need to survive the rest of 2026 Brake Check. No fluff. Just the truth that moves trucking ⁠Follow the Brake Check Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 20, 2026

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 18:23


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss the huge reversal in diesel prices over the past couple of weeks and a host of key economic indicators related to the industrial, consumer, and housing sectors. Plus, we recap the week in the spot market for truck freight.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcastSupport the show

Missing Persons Mysteries
STRANGE Tales of Truckers - OTR - Over The Road Spooky Truckstop Stories

Missing Persons Mysteries

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 71:27 Transcription Available


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Keeping It Roehl
Adrian M. & Richard N. - Drivers & Driver Trainers

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 12:07


Adrian M. & Richard N. catch up with Travis in this episode of the official Roehl podcast. Adrian M. & Richard N. are both truck drivers who have recently completed Roehl's Trainer Foundations program - preparing them to help new Roehl drivers Drive and Grow with #TeamRoehl!

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast
Trucking Stories & News

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 31:29


Trucking Stories & News. A trucking company owes six million dollars to a family. A trucker was on the side of a highway, when he pulled his rig and trailers out onto the road. A man on a passenger vehicles rear ended the trailer and died. Tune in and hear the final results. Trucking Stories & News NCI Trucking – One of the best carriers looking for drivers for company drivers and lease drivers Truck Parking Club – When you need a parking space for that Big Rig, Truck Parking Club has you resting in seconds Carter Lumber Local Trucking Jobs – Employing Truckers that want to be home every Day Summar Financial Your Cash Flow Starts Here http://Truckinginsuranceguy.com For an insurance agent with old fashion values, call 507-884-1312 Top Ten Most Dangerous Trucking Companies Wide Open Road Compliance LLC https://talkcdl.com/i-would-never-driver-for-these-carriers/ TalkCDL Interviews Write in and set up an interview with TalkCDL. Reach huge audience and be heard. Inventors also welcome to share their ideas on our platform. If you have intended something that benefits truckers or the industry, we will gladly help you get attention to it. Write to Troy@TalkCDL.com or Ruthann@TalkCDL.com. Trucking Stories & News

Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY
Curtis Spencer of Bloodhound Tracking Device on the rise of cargo thefts; The impacts high fuel prices have on trucking; Effective supply chain planning

Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 19:32


Our guest on this week's episode is Curtis Spencer, CEO of Bloodhound Tracking Device and also CEO of ISM Worldwide. We have been reporting for a couple of years now about the ongoing problem of cargo theft in our supply chains. But now we find that criminals are using artificial intelligence to make their fraudulent schemes even more believable than ever. Our guest talks with Group Editorial Director David Maloney about the problems of cargo theft and what shippers and carriers can do to secure their loads. The big story for supply chains this week continues to be the ongoing disruptions caused by the war with Iran and the closure once again of the Strait of Hormuz.  It seems that after nearly five months of back-and-forth airstrikes, things are not getting any better, with fuel prices on the rise once more. Those higher costs makes it more expensive for shippers to buy truckload, less-than-truckload, and parcel freight services. Senior News Editor Ben Ames has the breakdown of how higher prices are impacting costs for shippers using each of those modes.This week new research from advisory firm Gartner points to the growing demand for flexible supply chain network planning. The company found that 72% of the 151 supply chain leaders they surveyed have had to revisit final approvals for network investment decisions at least once—a process that contributes to delays and can drive up costs and decrease service levels in their supply chain operations. More than half also said they revisited those decisions three or more times, leading to lower satisfaction in the final outcome. Senior Editor Victoria Kickham share how the report breaks down the differences between two types of operational challenges: turbulence and disruption.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Bloodhound Tracking DeviceOil price shocks ripple through trucking shipping marketsResearch highlights the need for flexible supply chain network planningOcean freight early peak season pushes container rates higherVisit DC VelocityVisit Supply Chain XchangeSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.com

Best of Hawkeye in the Morning
Our 10,000 for the Troops Trucking Company Outreach

Best of Hawkeye in the Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 4:30


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FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 13, 2026

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 26:12


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss EPA's proposed changes in NOx emissions regulations, a milestone for trucking market conditions from the carrier perspective, notable changes in diesel prices and the spot market for trucking freight, and a handful of general economic indicators.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcastSupport the show

FreightCasts
Iran Attacks Ship in Hormuz, Toyota's $3.6B Texas Bet, & Q2 Trucking Earnings Rise | The Morning Minute

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 4:08


In this episode, we kick things off with a major escalation in the Middle East that's sending shockwaves through global energy markets and ocean shipping. Iran on Saturday attacked a feeder container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, setting the seven-thousand-TEU GFS Galaxy ablaze and forcing the crew to abandon ship. Iran over the weekend declared the strait closed to vessel traffic and expanded missile and drone attacks across the region, pushing Brent crude up about twelve percent, European natural gas up nearly seventy percent, and U.S. gasoline futures up roughly ten percent since late last week. Next, we explore the automotive sector where Toyota is making a massive three-point-six-billion-dollar bet on Texas manufacturing with a stunning expansion in San Antonio. The Japanese automaker is shifting production of its popular Tacoma pickup from Baja California, Mexico, to San Antonio as part of an investment that will double the size of its Texas manufacturing campus and create two thousand new jobs over the next four years. Finally, we break down how Wall Street is raising the bar for trucking carriers heading into second-quarter earnings season. Deutsche Bank analyst Richa Harnain is forecasting mainly beats across her transportation coverage, with less-than-truckload carriers leading the charge. She expects median earnings-per-share growth of fifteen percent year-over-year for the second quarter and twenty-one percent for the third quarter, marking a meaningful improvement from the three percent increase the group recorded in the first quarter. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping It Roehl
Bonus! Voluntary Benefits Overview Sara Y.

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 11:06


If you are an employee of Roehl Transport, you enjoy access to a robust lineup of employee benefit options. In this episode, you'll hear from Sara Y., Manager - Benefits, about some voluntary benefits you can get through Roehl. Learn even more at https://www.roehlbenefits.com

Locked In with Ian Bick
I Was Abused as a Child and Lost Friends on 9/11 — Then I Became an NYPD Cop | Pasquale Sementilli

Locked In with Ian Bick

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 111:45


Pasquale Sementilli was born to Italian immigrants who built their life in America — and he became an American citizen himself in his late teens after passing the test. What nobody knew was that as a child he had been sexually abused by a neighbor — something he carried completely alone for years while navigating construction work womanizing and alcohol abuse after high school. Then he lost two close friends on 9/11. And that loss pushed him toward something bigger — the NYPD. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Pasquale shares the complete story — from his Italian immigrant upbringing to the childhood abuse nobody knew about to his years in construction to losing friends on 9/11 to becoming an NYPD officer in 2003 to working some of the worst precincts in New York City to responding to child abuse cases as a victim himself to the calls that still haunt him to his medical retirement after a line of duty injury in 2011 and what he carries from all of it today. _____________________________________________ #nypd #survivor #truecrimecommunity #cops _____________________________________________ Connect with Pasquale Sementilli: https://www.instagram.com/pasqny757575?igsh=MW5iOThiYWZkcno1dw== _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Son of Italian Immigrants Who Became an NYPD Officer — Pasquale's Full Story 04:41 Growing Up in an Immigrant Family and the Values That Shaped Everything 07:20 The Childhood Experience He Carried Completely Alone and What That Did to Him 13:01 The Impact of That Trauma and the Self Destruction That Followed 22:00 Choosing Construction and Trucking and What That Career Path Really Looked Like 25:53 Becoming a US Citizen and What Joining the NYPD Really Required 33:34 His NYPD Application Journey and What That Process Really Involved 40:00 Starting as a Police Officer in New York City and What Those First Days Required 47:42 Responding to the Hardest Cases on the Job and What That Personally Triggered in Him 54:00 Coping With Difficult Calls and the Emotional Impact That Followed 01:01:12 Street Policing — the Lessons the Risks and the Stories That Defined His Career 01:10:06 Handling Pressure Pranks and What Working the Street Really Looked Like 01:16:40 The Policing Culture Shift and What Discretion Really Means in Practice 01:20:20 Discretion Humanity and the Challenges That Define Modern Policing 01:27:04 The Memorable Cases That Still Stay With Him Today 01:31:00 Child Neglect and the Reality of City Life That Most People Never See 01:34:39 Community Family Structures and the Cycles That Define Generational Struggle 01:36:12 His Retirement His Injury and What Moving On Really Required 01:40:07 Finding Closure Healing and What Life After the Job Really Looks Like 01:46:01 Finding Meaning Support and the New Purpose That Followed Everything He Survived _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Locked In with Ian Bick
I Was Abused as a Child and Lost Friends on 9/11 — Then I Became an NYPD Cop | Pasquale Sementilli

Locked In with Ian Bick

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 117:14


Pasquale Sementilli was born to Italian immigrants who built their life in America — and he became an American citizen himself in his late teens after passing the test. What nobody knew was that as a child he had been sexually abused by a neighbor — something he carried completely alone for years while navigating construction work womanizing and alcohol abuse after high school. Then he lost two close friends on 9/11. And that loss pushed him toward something bigger — the NYPD. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Pasquale shares the complete story — from his Italian immigrant upbringing to the childhood abuse nobody knew about to his years in construction to losing friends on 9/11 to becoming an NYPD officer in 2003 to working some of the worst precincts in New York City to responding to child abuse cases as a victim himself to the calls that still haunt him to his medical retirement after a line of duty injury in 2011 and what he carries from all of it today. _____________________________________________ #nypd #survivor #truecrimecommunity #cops _____________________________________________ Connect with Pasquale Sementilli: https://www.instagram.com/pasqny757575?igsh=MW5iOThiYWZkcno1dw== _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Son of Italian Immigrants Who Became an NYPD Officer — Pasquale's Full Story 04:41 Growing Up in an Immigrant Family and the Values That Shaped Everything 07:20 The Childhood Experience He Carried Completely Alone and What That Did to Him 13:01 The Impact of That Trauma and the Self Destruction That Followed 22:00 Choosing Construction and Trucking and What That Career Path Really Looked Like 25:53 Becoming a US Citizen and What Joining the NYPD Really Required 33:34 His NYPD Application Journey and What That Process Really Involved 40:00 Starting as a Police Officer in New York City and What Those First Days Required 47:42 Responding to the Hardest Cases on the Job and What That Personally Triggered in Him 54:00 Coping With Difficult Calls and the Emotional Impact That Followed 01:01:12 Street Policing — the Lessons the Risks and the Stories That Defined His Career 01:10:06 Handling Pressure Pranks and What Working the Street Really Looked Like 01:16:40 The Policing Culture Shift and What Discretion Really Means in Practice 01:20:20 Discretion Humanity and the Challenges That Define Modern Policing 01:27:04 The Memorable Cases That Still Stay With Him Today 01:31:00 Child Neglect and the Reality of City Life That Most People Never See 01:34:39 Community Family Structures and the Cycles That Define Generational Struggle 01:36:12 His Retirement His Injury and What Moving On Really Required 01:40:07 Finding Closure Healing and What Life After the Job Really Looks Like 01:46:01 Finding Meaning Support and the New Purpose That Followed Everything He Survived _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY
Guest: Victor Thomas of Odyssey Logistics on coming Scope 3 requirements; The trucking industry grapples with artificial intelligence; Peak season comes early in 2026

Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 18:29


Our guest on this week's episode is Victor Thomas, VP of Health, Safety, Security, and Environment at Odyssey Logistics. For some time now, companies have measured the environmental impacts of their operations. Soon, new requirements will kick in that will also require them to report not only on their own environmental impacts but also those of their supply chain partners. Senior News Editor Ben Ames has more as he talks with this week's guest. Senior Editor Victoria Kickham was on the road last week at the SMC3 Connections trucking event where she lead a couple of sessions and heard a lot about the hot tech that everyone is trying to figure out - artificial intelligence. She reports on how the industry is grappling with this new technology.We all know that Christmas and the winter holiday season come in late December for consumers. But if you're a retailer getting ready for the rush, you need to have your shelves stocked long before that, and that means that the logistics peak season actually comes between August and October. But, that's in normal times -  2026 is different. We're seeing signs that we've already begun an early peak season for container imports. Ben Ames reports.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Odyssey LogisticsArtificial intelligence takes center stage at trucking industry conferencePeak season arrives early in 2026, challenging global shippersOcean freight early peak season pushes container rates higherVisit DC VelocityVisit Supply Chain XchangeSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.com

FreightCasts
From the Inside Out — How Trucking Became the Way Back | The Long Haul

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 46:24


Debon Sims — DJ — got his CDL in 2018 and bought his first semi-truck in 2019 after getting out of a lease-purchase program. What the intake form doesn't say is what came before that.DJ has been incarcerated. He knows what it feels like to have the system count you out. He also knows what it feels like to decide that the count doesn't matter. He landed an Amazon contract early on. Lost it. Spent years grinding load boards and chasing freight that barely covered his costs. And then three years ago he did something most carriers only talk about — he walked away from broker dependency and secured a direct waste-hauling contract that changed not just his revenue, but how he sees the entire business. This is a conversation about what it actually takes to build something when the world has already decided what you are. About treating trucking like a business when everybody around you is treating it like a job. About finding consistent freight in an industry that makes you earn every relationship you get. If you've ever been told you were done — by a system, by a market, by a bad decision — this episode is for you. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FreightCasts
Your Trucking Company Is One Click Away From Disaster (Here's How to Stop It) | Brake Check

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 55:35


Every trucking company is buying more technology. The question is...is it actually making your business stronger or creating new ways to lose money? In this episode of Brake Check, we tackle the two biggest technology battles every carrier faces today: Hiring qualified drivers before the competition gets them. Protecting your business from freight fraud, cyberattacks, and costly IT failures. Steve Brown from Tenstreet breaks down how AI, automation, and smarter recruiting are changing driver hiring—and where technology still needs a human touch. Then Jake Persofsky, Founder of Insperia, explains why so many carriers are one cyberattack, ransomware event, or freight fraud scheme away from operational disaster and what you can do today to protect your business. Inside this episode: The fastest way to reduce time-to-hire Where carriers lose the best drivers AI recruiting: what's real and what's hype The biggest freight fraud threats in 2026 Cybersecurity mistakes almost every fleet makes The technology every trucking company should invest in before the market turns How to modernize your operation without breaking what already works Whether you run one truck or one thousand, this conversation could save your company thousands of dollars and maybe your next load. If you believe trucking deserves real conversations instead of sales pitches, subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with another carrier. Brake Check. Real trucking. Real operators. Zero fluff. ⁠Follow the Brake Check Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 6, 2026

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 24:34


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we recap a record-setting week in the spot market and the latest in diesel prices. We also review changes in payroll employment for trucking and the U.S. economy as a whole and look at some key indicators of the industrial and construction sectors.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcastSupport the show

Keeping It Roehl
Zebedee M. - Driver Trainer

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 28:49


In this episode, Zebedee M. joins Travis to talk about why he came to Roehl, why he became a Certified Driver Trainer and how the company continues to support him. 

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now with Erik Malin

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 52:59


In "Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now," Joe Lynch and Erik Malin, Founder and CEO of Tetro, discuss how treating trucking as a function of time, rather than miles, is the only way to eliminate the massive inefficiencies plaguing drivers and future autonomous fleets. Time is the real commodity.  About Erik Malin Erik Malin is the founder and CEO of Tetro, a technology company rebuilding trucking for the autonomous era. He has spent his entire career in freight, where his conviction that the industry measures the wrong thing, miles instead of time, became the thesis behind Tetro. Previously, Erik was on the founding team at Baton, a freight-tech startup acquired by Ryder, and led operations at FreightTech unicorn Loadsmart. About Tetro Tetro is a technology company that operates its own trucking fleet to recapture lost supply chain time and build essential data assets. Because 60% of time is currently wasted in trucking, the most common job in America has suffered perhaps the greatest wage suppression in history, and autonomous technology will never reach its full potential since a driverless truck still loses that same 60%. By running its own fleet, Tetro is actively building the data asset necessary to eliminate this massive inefficiency and unlock the true potential of modern freight. Key Takeaways: Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now In "Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now," Joe Lynch and Erik Malin, Founder and CEO of Tetro, discuss how treating trucking as a function of time, rather than miles, is the only way to eliminate the massive inefficiencies plaguing drivers and future autonomous fleets. Time is the real commodity. The 60% Waste Phenomenon: The trucking industry suffers from massive systemic inefficiency, where 60% of potentially productive capacity is completely lost to time leakage across the entire system. A Utilization Issue, Not a Driver Shortage: Contrary to popular belief, the core issue in American trucking is utilization rather than a shortage of drivers. Public company financials show that drivers are often only productive for 4.5 hours out of their 11 federally regulated daily driving hours. The Flawed Legacy Framework of Miles: The industry still relies on a metric inherited from the Industrial Revolution—paying and planning by the mile rather than by time. This creates a severe misalignment between demand and capacity because the industry remains functionally blind to duration. The Autonomous Vehicle Myth: There is a flawed industry assumption that autonomous trucks will seamlessly solve supply chain issues. However, because a driverless truck will still lose that exact same 60% of dead time at facilities, autonomy cannot reach its full potential without solving the underlying time-tracking problem. Operating a Fleet as a Mobile Research Lab: Tetro operates its own trucking fleet not to simply be a carrier, but to generate the highly specific, proprietary data asset required to address this waste. You cannot infer or partner your way into this information; it requires proprietary hardware and execution tracking to create. Shifting From Miles to Time via AI: Tetro developed an AI forecasting tool that converts traditional commoditized lane rates per mile into a rate per hour before committing to freight. This reveals significant market mispricing, exposing "bad actors" (facilities that notoriously waste time) and highlighting efficient shippers trading at a hidden premium. Unlocking Trapped Facility Upside: Internal data shows that 30% to 70% of a driver's on-site time at a facility is completely dead time where nothing is happening. By quantifying this data, Tetro can partner with shippers to release that trapped time, creating faster inventory turns and reducing the need for costly secondary assets like drop trailers. Learn More About Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now Erik Malin | Linkedin Tetro | Linkedin Tetro The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube