Podcasts about trucking

What's really driving carrier success in a tough freight market? And how are factoring, automation, and fraud prevention reshaping the way trucking companies stay alive and profitable?  Listen to Grace Maher from OTR Solutions, our first guest this week, speaking about how factoring has evolved into a strategic financial tool for most small carriers. Grace digs into how modern factoring helps carriers stay organized, invoice faster, and build stronger broker relationships through better vetting and automated fraud detection, and how OTR's instant funding puts money in carriers' accounts within seconds, even on weekends, giving small trucking businesses the stability they need to keep moving. We also hit on the need for better broker rating systems across the industry, the role of automation in eliminating document headaches, and why clean, accurate, fast invoicing is becoming just as important as on-time delivery!   About Grace Maher Grace is the COO of OTR Solutions, America's most trusted freight fintech company. OTR Solutions provides industry-leading technology and financial services, tools, and support to help carriers start and grow a successful operation. Trucking companies and Brokerages of all sizes turn to OTR to receive reliable financing and back-office solutions, fuel programs, up-to-date news and education, and technology and innovation to prepare them for anything and everything.  Driven by a passion for building success-driven processes and products, Grace combines over fourteen years of industry experience with a relentless commitment to innovation. Her strategic approach has not only fueled business growth but also scaled operations efficiently, with a sharp focus on optimizing operational expenditures.   Connect with Grace Website: https://otrsolutions.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracemaher/  

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a federal crackdown on trucking schools.

What makes a truck accident law firm truly qualified to handle life-changing crash cases? In this episode, David Craig and Ashley Napier break down what happened in 2025, from earning board certifications to growing a team built around rapid response, litigation, and client care.✔️ Why board-certified attorneys and paralegals matter✔️ What makes Craig, Kelley & Faultless different from typical law firms✔️ How conferences and continuing education improve case outcomes✔️ The story behind David's new book on hiring the wrong attorney✔️ What's ahead in 2026 for trucking safety and victim advocacyIf you or a loved one has been in a serious truck crash, this episode will help you avoid the most dangerous mistake people make: choosing the wrong lawyer.David Craig is Board-Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA), which is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).

Welcome to a new month, and to the last of 2025! This here is DAY 36 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 1, 2025.Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Lane Bruhn has been named a Beck's Player with Heart due to his dedication to his school, community, and the agriculture industry. To Lane, agriculture represents a lot, including seeing his hard work ethic pay off when jobs are completed. Lane works 2,500+ acres of crops on his family farm, and raises his own herd of 35 angus cow/calf pairs. He also helps his dad with a 4,800 hog site and helps operate Bruh Bailing and Trucking. Lane currently plays football and basketball, and says he loves the competition and being able to play with his classmates. He also participates in FFA, 4-H, and Skills USA. Lane is involved in his church and assists with local 4-H services. Lane plans to attend Iowa Lakes Community College to study agribusiness technology.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Julia’s Trucking Cafe – Trucking News Hour, I discuss why the heck a semi truck driver bypassed the runaway ramp on Wolf Creek Pass and then went over the side of the mountain. I also discuss other stories that have made the headlines in the trucking industry. Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your young creator? Check out JVAS Books!  If you enjoy the show and would like to make a donation to keep the show going, you can do so here: Donate Here Music by: Heyday Highway @ Epidemic Sound.com

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Jeff Lynch, Founder & CEO of Idle Smart, a company helping heavy-duty trucking fleets cut idle time, reduce costs, and protect against no-starts with intelligent, … Read more The post From Idle Time to Industry Advantage: Turning Trucking's Biggest Cost into Competitive Edge appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.

God bless you friend! Thank you for receiving Jesus Christ as your Saviour and Lord, born again of the Spirit. Amen. This here is DAY 35 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 28, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett chats with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), to discuss major issues impacting the trucking industry. Topics include the challenges and controversy around non-domicile CDL holders, changes and enforcement of English proficiency rules for drivers, industry safety standards, and ongoing regulatory updates from Washington. Listeners will learn about the risks these issues pose to highway safety, why higher standards and stricter oversight are needed, and how advocacy and grassroots involvement can make a difference. The episode emphasizes the importance of proactive engagement in trucking policy, the critical role organizations like OOIDA play for drivers and owner-operators, and so much more.Key topics in today's conversation include:Welcome and Introduction to the Podcast's Focus on Trucking (0:12)Lewie Returns to Discuss Industry Updates (3:55)Regulatory Action and FMCSA's New Administrator (6:55)Non-Domicile CDLs Explained and Their Risks (7:15)Fraud and Lax Entry Requirements in Trucking (14:33)Dangers of Lax Standards and the Need for Proactive Safety (17:55)English Proficiency Rules and Communication Challenges (19:26)Enforcement of English Rules and Out-of-Service Details (23:45)Industry Capacity, Economic Forecasts, and Tariffs (25:48)Technology and State-by-State CDL Enforcement Issues (28:07)How to Get Involved With OOIDA and Advocacy (29:26)Membership, Discounts, and Supporting the Industry (31:42)Appreciation for Truckers and Thanksgiving Plans (35:08)Holiday Traditions, Family, and Parting Thoughts(36:25)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.

Happy Thanksgiving dearly beloved, may you really enjoy your family and friends at this time. This here is DAY 33 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 26, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we examine payroll employment in trucking and broader economic and review indicators on housing and trade. We also discuss an annual revision of industrial production figures that show a significantly different picture of the manufacturing sector than we had before this week. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual.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-podcast Support the show

Greetings dear friend, thank you kindly for giving your time to be here, DAY 32 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 25, 2025. May there be value and benefit for you and your life. Amen!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, Brandon E., Refrigerated Fleet Operations Manager, joins Travis to talk about Roehl's Refrigerated Division. Brandon covers the benefits of being a refrigerated fleet driver and dispels some common myths about being hauling temperature controlled freight. 

Off the top of the Overdrive Radio podcast this week is the voice of fuel-payments provider Wex's Vice President of Global Anti-Financial Crimes William Fitzgerald, laying out a 1 in 12,000 transaction rate for detection of fraud over the company's entire fuel-payments network. That is, 1 in every 12,000 purchases are flagged as suspiscious, potentially fraudulent, and blocked in automated fashion among its millions upon millions of fuel transactions facilitated annually. Translate that incidence to the roughly 350,000 fuel transactions National Association of Small Trucking Companies President David Owen knows move through the association's own Quality Plus fuel network any given month, and that's right at 30 transactions being held up by the system. William Fitzgerald was speaking at NASTC's annual conference to outline the evolving landscape of fuel fraud/theft for attendees and showcase tools within Wex's (and some other card providers') networks that are increasingly successful in helping carriers of all shapes and sizes eliminate fraud's impact. Along the way, too, the company's been able to reduce the rate of so-called "false positives," legimate fuel purchases held up by the card provider's systems. Fitzgerald's well aware such hold-ups can be particularly annoying, and unproductive. Illustrating the huge financial impact of stolen fuel, though, he asked this hypothetical question to a room of NASTC conference attendees: "What would be an acceptable false-positive rate in your minds?" he asked. "How many good transactions would you be OK with me stopping to prevent a bad one?" The goal is zero false positves, of course, as Wex and other card providers calibrate a variety of techs operating in the network's background to get there, in addition to more human-focused efforts aimed at education to prevent account takeovers and the like that can bring the biggest hits to a fuel buyer's bottom line. Results from ongoing efforts at Wex in particular have been good in recent months, he said. "We've got overall, over the last 10 months, a 25% reduction in losses, a 32% reduction in false positives," and a big increase in detection, too, he said. Those results he attributed largely to technical innovations in company's network, some described in part in a recent paper authored by the company you'll find at this link: https://www.wexinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WEX-Closed-Loop-Fleet-Card-White-Paper.pdf But the human element in fraud prevention might be the biggest factor any size carrier can address to make the most gains in preventing losses, empowering themselves through self-education and passing that on to team members for those of you with more than just a single truck under your management. "We've seen the most yield" in fraud prevention, he said, "with education and empowerment." Fitzgerald described efforts of Wex to illustrate the kinds of schemes that might result in infiltration of its own backend, including simulated phishing attacks through targeted fake emails designed to get a user to provide access to their login data with a goal of compromising accounts. Wex sends such emails to its own employees on occasion to lure them in, thus serving an educational purpose in awareness. Their most "successful" such an effort? An offer of "free Taylor Swift tickets. Everybody clicked on that," Fitzgerald said. In the podcast, track through Fitzgerald's entire NASTC talk, tracking through those backend upgrades but also plenty more you can do to work with the company's team and tools in its system, like its SecureFuel solution, to prevent fuel theft. Likewise, should the worst, to work with law enforcement to apprehend the thieves. Mentioned in the podcast: **'Personal cyber hygiene' in age of social engineering hacks: https://www.overdriveonline.com/15755615 **More from NASTC's conference on insurance, ELD data: https://overdriveonline.com/15770374

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A preliminary investigative report has been released by the National Transportation Safety Board regarding the fatal UPS MD-11 freighter crash in Louisville. The report cited fatigue cracks in the left-wing engine mount, which separated shortly after liftoff, leading UPS to continue grounding its remaining MD-11s per FAA guidelines, a situation explored further in "NTSB links fatigue cracks to fatal crash of UPS cargo jet - FreightWaves". The broadcast also covers Walmart's impressive Q3 performance, which included a 27% jump in global e-commerce sales and a nearly 70% increase in sales for same-day delivery. Walmart continues to leverage its pickup and delivery options, asserting that it can now deliver to about 95% of U.S. households in under three hours, a popular expedited choice examined in "Walmart e-commerce sales rise 27% as shoppers opt for same-day delivery - FreightWaves". Finally, we review the delayed September employment report, which showed truck transportation jobs slid by one of the biggest drops seen in three years, contributing to a total transportation job decrease of 6,800. With job losses detailed in "Trucking employment down in Sept from August, mostly flat over 12 mos - FreightWaves," experts suggest we should expect continued drops in this sector as regulation continues to tighten up with drivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A preliminary investigative report has been released by the National Transportation Safety Board regarding the fatal UPS MD-11 freighter crash in Louisville. The report cited fatigue cracks in the left-wing engine mount, which separated shortly after liftoff, leading UPS to continue grounding its remaining MD-11s per FAA guidelines, a situation explored further in "NTSB links fatigue cracks to fatal crash of UPS cargo jet - FreightWaves". The broadcast also covers Walmart's impressive Q3 performance, which included a 27% jump in global e-commerce sales and a nearly 70% increase in sales for same-day delivery. Walmart continues to leverage its pickup and delivery options, asserting that it can now deliver to about 95% of U.S. households in under three hours, a popular expedited choice examined in "Walmart e-commerce sales rise 27% as shoppers opt for same-day delivery - FreightWaves". Finally, we review the delayed September employment report, which showed truck transportation jobs slid by one of the biggest drops seen in three years, contributing to a total transportation job decrease of 6,800. With job losses detailed in "Trucking employment down in Sept from August, mostly flat over 12 mos - FreightWaves," experts suggest we should expect continued drops in this sector as regulation continues to tighten up with drivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss court action last week blocking a new rule regarding non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses and recap the week in diesel prices and 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-podcast Support the show

Greetings dear friend! It's a great day in Jesus Christ. Amen. This here is DAY 27 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 18, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Is U.S. manufacturing driving off a cliff or into the sunset—and taking the economy with it? Look no further than sales of heavy trucks. Trucking companies buy more of these big rigs when they expect they will have more stuff to ship, so declines in heavy truck sales often match up to economic contractions dating back to the 1960s. Now the data show that sales have been going downhill since 2023, falling off more dramatically since June of this year. Host Alex Ossola talks with Bob Tita, who covers manufacturing for The Wall Street Journal, and Avery Vise, vice president of trucking for data analysis and forecasting firm FTR Transportation Intelligence, about what that says about this moment in the economy, and what might be clouding the picture. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Overdrive Radio edition puts a wrap up our series featuring 2025 Trucker of the Year contenders with the story of Orleans, Indiana-headquartered John Penn, his one-truck business operating with authority and hauling finished furniture on multistop runs West and/or South from his home base, other brokered freight back. He's the owner of another power unit, too, that he keeps as a spare, both rigs Freightliner Cascadias he details in the podcast and in this in-depth feature about his business, where he was named the October 2025 Trucker of the Month: https://www.overdriveonline.com/trucker-of-the-year/article/15770500/trucker-of-the-month-reaps-10mpgplus-rewards-learning-growing Both Cascadias feature specs that help him achieve maximum fuel mileage -- upward of nine miles per gallon in the older unit (10-speed manual transmission) and more than 10 mpg in his current 2019 model, with the DT12 automated manual transmission. We didn't know it when he entered our Trucker of the Year competition, but he's also the newest member of Freightliner's Team Run Smart group of owner-operators sharing their own successes in various ways with their Freightliner equipment for the benefit of anyone interested. Team Run Smart hadn't yet officially intro'd him as part of the crew there when we published the above story about him. Reps confirmed he was going to be a part of it for sure, but what they didn't tell us was they'd post his official intro video to their Youtube networks that very same day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFyerQQX7lY Find him now at his profile page on the Team Run Smart site: https://www.freightliner.com/team-run-smart/pros/john-penn/ I'd encourage you, too, to track back through all of our Truckers of the Month and Trucker of the Year contenders for 2025 at the main page for the competition: https://overdriveonline.com/trucker-of-the-year Plenty business best practice examples there, plenty to learn from in the stories of 10 exemplary owners this year. Keep an eye out there for the 2026 competition's entry page, where you can get in the running yourself in the coming weeks. Though owner-operator Penn's modest about his success, it's clear the owner's doing quite a lot right with a very low operating ratio given his business's efficiency, and with a home life that's benefiting, too, as a result. Dive in with Penn from the very beginning, when he first got his CDL around the turn of the century, the start of a journey toward maximum trucking efficiency.

Good morning dear friend! God bless you, truly. Amen. This here is DAY 26 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 17, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by military veteran and Oakley owner-operator Josh Bailey for a heartfelt Veterans Day discussion. Josh shares his experiences from nearly two decades of military service, including multiple combat deployments, and discusses his transition to trucking and civilian life. The episode delves into the challenges veterans face, the unique camaraderie and pride they carry, and the important role of teamwork and support in both military and trucking careers. Key takeaways include the significance of Veterans Day, the value of veteran support, the enduring pride and resilience of those who have served, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Today's Episode Honoring the Heroes of our Military for Veterans Day (0:34)Improving Safety Scores and Owner Operator Communication (3:00)Josh Joining The Military and Influences From High School and Family (5:11)First Deployments, Roles in Iraq, and Heroic Medevac Crews (8:02)Teamwork, Camaraderie, and Maintaining Military Connections (12:13)Flying Medevac Missions and the Realities of Combat (15:33)Reflections on Deja Vu Deployments, Unit Culture, and Responsibility (18:30)Lessons Learned From Field Artillery and Infantry Roles (21:34)Transition From Military to Trucking Life and Family Background (24:13)Returning to Civilian Life and the Challenge of Reintegration (27:26)Applying Military Leadership and Attention to Detail in Trucking (30:35)Lifelong Habits, Vigilance, and Veteran Pride (33:33)What Veterans Day Means to A Veteran: Pride and Patriotism (36:43)Honoring All Veterans and the Power of Support (39:07)Closing Gratitude, Final Reflections, and Conclusion (41:18)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.

Hosts Super Dave, Dave White and Jam Bacchus cover company news, new hires, anniversaries and heartfelt shout-outs; discuss safety topics like three points of contact, post-trip checks, tarp and loading tips; give reminders about benefits enrollment and upcoming safety bonuses; share Yard 23 construction updates and practical coaching on perseverance and continuous improvement.

Kevin covered the following stories: the National Retail Federation projects Holiday spending; data from GenLogs drive Trucking industry confidence; the National Federation of Independent Business released their October Small Business Optimism Index; KFF, formerly known as The Kaiser Family Foundation, released their Annual Health Benefits Survey; 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 covered the following stories: the National Retail Federation projects Holiday spending; data from GenLogs drive Trucking industry confidence; the National Federation of Independent Business released their October Small Business Optimism Index; KFF, formerly known as The Kaiser Family Foundation, released their Annual Health Benefits Survey; Kevin has the details; sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

Join us as we hear from a few veterans around the office about their time in the service and how their experiences have shaped them.  Stick around till the end to get a sneak preview of a new benefit coming our way in 2026 called FedLogic!If you want a veterans sticker for your truck, make sure you text the word: Feedback to 48714 

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has admitted to unlawfully issuing approximately 17,000 non-domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) to foreign nationals, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy. Philip Teresi on KMJ ----------------------------------------------------------- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covered the following stories: the National Retail Federation projects Holiday spending; data from GenLogs drive Trucking industry confidence; the National Federation of Independent Business released their October Small Business Optimism Index; KFF, formerly known as The Kaiser Family Foundation, released their Annual Health Benefits Survey; Kevin has the details; sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has admitted to unlawfully issuing approximately 17,000 non-domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) to foreign nationals, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy. Philip Teresi on KMJ ----------------------------------------------------------- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we examine data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding the drug and alcohol clearinghouse and enforcement of the English language proficiency requirement for drivers. Plus, we look at non-governmental data on private-sector employment in October and 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-podcast Support the show

Today, a special edition of Overdrive Radio marks the federal Veterans Day holiday, commemorating the military service of so many around the United States. In the podcast, in particular, we'll honor the stories of two vets -- Army and Navy, respectively -- who are equally clear-eyed emphasizing what their service meant for their long careers in trucking business ownership. After medically retiring from the Army as an E6 Staff Sergeant following deployment to Iraq during Desert Storm trucking as convoy security, Florida-headquartered (Ocala area) owner-operator Scott Reese operates Reese Services with his own authority, utilizing a 2021 Freightliner Cascadia. Reese also runs a box truck with a driver employed for it that operates more locally. Roger Burdgette, meanwhile, is headquartered near the Savannah ports in Georgia as CEO of Podium Logistics. He's built the fleet to now 50 trucks, serving the container port but also flatbed needs of customers in the area. Both business owners happen to be beneficiaries as veterans of the SelecTrucks Freightliner-affiliated dealer network's "Proud to Serve" benefit program for veterans, offering essentially a cash credit on purchases of power units, factory-backed warranties and more at one of the now 44 SelecTrucks locations nationwide: https://www.selectrucks.com/special-offers/veterans-discount/ That program celebrates a significant milestone in its eight-year run since Proud to Serve was launched in 2017 as a way to give back to military servicemembers among SelecTrucks customers. As Daimler Trucks Remarketing President Chris Backeberg noted, the program's now delivered more than $1 million worth in savings to military vets. Each veteran's used-truck purchase comes with $6,500 back with up to two options selected from: **A down payment match **A warranty upgrade **And/or new tire purchase assistance. In addition to the discount, SelecTrucks donates $500 for each qualifying truck purchase to a charitable organization supporting veterans. Total donations have reached more than $80,000 since 2022, including a $25,000 donation this year. Said Backeberg, “We're proud to stand behind veteran entrepreneurs as they build their business. Saving these men and women over $1 million is our way of showing appreciation for their service and sacrifice.” Via the podcast, dive into conversation with Scott Reese, whose partner dealer in Jacksonville, Florida, helped him out of more than one jam in recent years. That's in addition to delivering that $6,500 discount. The dealer was particularly helpful when Reese was diagnosed with cancer some years back and had to come off the road for a time. Following Reese, Roger Burdette stresses how military service truly set him up with the self-discipline needed for a drive to entrepreneurship in trucking. The 50-truck Podium fleet isn't his first trucking-company rodeo, either, started up in 2018 after a previous fleet he grew to 30 trucks over more than a decade was sold to an interested buyer. Like Reese, he's also benefited from the SelecTrucks "Proud to Serve" discount, with around 70% of his fleet procured from the dealer. Both men offer recognition for the importance of Veterans Day for the country, and for them specifically, too. Roger Burdette personally remember those who gave much more than himself, as he put it, when the day rolls around each Fall. "When it rolls around I really think about those who had even more sacrifice than we did," he said. "There's a different day for that," he knows. Yet "there's different degrees of sacrifice, and that's huge."

In this episode, Dana A. joins Travis to talk about his long journey with Roehl. Dana joined Roehl as driver in 2010 and he became an owner operator in 2012. Dana talks about the medical emergency he experienced, and how that lead to him coming off the road as a driver and eventually becoming an instructor in our Orientation and Driver Development Department and now to his role as a Fleet Training Manager helping new drivers achieve Driver Success.

Big verdicts grab headlines—but they don't build billion-dollar brands. Digger Earles reveals how discipline, data, and brand strategy power Laborde Earles' growth across Louisiana. From leveraging NIL partnerships for instant credibility to intake systems that close 95% of wanted leads, every move connects trial results to market dominance.  You'll learn: How to turn courtroom wins into peer referrals (and long-term B2B leverage) Using name, image, and likeness to create instant B2C credibility Intake that performs: openers/closers, on-call lawyer assists, and scheduled client touchpoints that reduce inbound noise The settlement-committee system that pushes past “good enough” offers If you like what you hear, hit subscribe. We do this every week. Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

Apple Patches Everything, Again Apple released a minor OS upgrade across its lineup, fixing a number of security vulnerabilities. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Apple%20Patches%20Everything%2C%20Again/32448 Remote Access Tools Used to Compromise Trucking and Logistics Attackers infect trucking and logistics companies with regular remote management tools to inject malware into other companies or learn about high-value loads in order to steal them. https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog/threat-insight/remote-access-real-cargo-cybercriminals-targeting-trucking-and-logistics Google Android Patch Day Google released its usual monthly Android updates this week https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2025-11-01

This week on the Oakley Podcast, hosts Jeremy Kellett and Megan Cummings welcome owner-operator Rowdy Gibbs to share his story of transitioning from the car business to trucking, highlighting the importance of passion, financial responsibility, and a supportive work environment in the trucking industry. The discussion covers Rowdy's background, practical advice for new drivers on managing money and work-life balance, the evolving public perception of truckers, and the role of good training and company culture. Key takeaways include prioritizing savings, loving your work, the value of strong industry relationships for long-term success, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Welcome to Today's Episode with Rowdy (0:23)Megan Returns and Truck Market Chat (3:01)Holiday Decor and Family Catch-Up (4:07)Rowdy Gibbs Joins the Conversation (5:08)Rowdy's Family and Background in Trucking (7:20)Transition From Car Business to Trucking (10:59)Getting Started at Oakley and First Truck Challenges (15:37)Buying a New Truck and the Inspection Hurdle (17:43)Swapping Divisions and Life as an Owner Operator (20:52)Rowdy's Approach to Managing Money and Success Tips (24:50)Using Percentages and Spreadsheets for Finances (27:05)The Influence of Car Sales Experience on Trucking (29:18)Public Perception of Truck Drivers (33:02)Improving the Trucking Industry with Better Training (39:08)Future Plans for Rowdy and Family (41:16)Final Thoughts on Attitude, Career, and Community (45:18)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.

Episode 205 of the JFW podcast covers company updates, safety reminders, and Yard 23 construction progress. Hosts welcome back Jam Bacchus, share hiring and birthday news, celebrate political wins in Commerce City, and discuss open enrollment and Kaiser health plan changes. The episode emphasizes defensible driving, accident reporting, DVIRs, backing tips at plants, winter work, and includes Jam's hunting story and team shout-outs.

In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we review changes in the for-hire carrier population in October and discuss a key indicator of the health of the manufacturing sector. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and 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-podcast Support the show

The freight market is living a double life. On one hand, the domestic market is hitting the brakes, defined by shrinking truckload capacity and regulatory friction. On the other, global players and specialized sectors are flooring the accelerator on massive investments.In this episode, we dissect this "market schizophrenia". We look at how a 32% drop in new tractor builds and stricter enforcement of driver language rules are tightening the screws on capacity. We also explore the massive strategic investments happening in global air cargo, AI-driven safety tech, and specialized healthcare logistics.But as fleets fight for volume, they're also battling a two-front war. Michael "Mike" Precia, President and CSO of Fleetworthy, joins the show to discuss the other crisis: the compounding rise in essential costs. With truck insurance premiums up 43% in five years and toll costs doubling in the last decade, Precia argues that survival in this cycle won't come from waiting for demand. It will be won by fleets that master "fleet readiness" and gain visibility over the costs they can control.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The freight market is living a double life. On one hand, the domestic market is hitting the brakes, defined by shrinking truckload capacity and regulatory friction. On the other, global players and specialized sectors are flooring the accelerator on massive investments.In this episode, we dissect this "market schizophrenia". We look at how a 32% drop in new tractor builds and stricter enforcement of driver language rules are tightening the screws on capacity. We also explore the massive strategic investments happening in global air cargo, AI-driven safety tech, and specialized healthcare logistics.But as fleets fight for volume, they're also battling a two-front war. Michael "Mike" Precia, President and CSO of Fleetworthy, joins the show to discuss the other crisis: the compounding rise in essential costs. With truck insurance premiums up 43% in five years and toll costs doubling in the last decade, Precia argues that survival in this cycle won't come from waiting for demand. It will be won by fleets that master "fleet readiness" and gain visibility over the costs they can control.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FreightWaves Founder and CEO Craig Fuller joins host Malcolm Harris for an unfiltered look at what he calls “the busiest news week in trucking history.” They break down why the ATA's so-called “driver shortage” is a myth, how unqualified drivers and lax regulations have shaken the industry, and why the freight brokerage world is facing its toughest market in years. Craig also dives into Secretary Duffy's crackdown on noncompliant carriers, the coming shakeout in freight, and how trucking leaders can restore integrity—and profitability—to the road ahead. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Visit our sponsor⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices