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Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 3min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP629 Missing F-35, life at sea, life on the road and life of a founder

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined in the studio by special guest co-host F2F Transport’s Chris Gonzalez. With only 90 days until Wreaths Across America Day, we’ll find out how the organization is gearing up for the 2023 season and how you can help.Life at sea can be grueling. GCaptain founder John Konrad V tells us about the sacrifices seafarers make to keep the world’s freight and economy moving. Trucker Abe Notlinkin shows up for an ask-a-trucker-anything session during which we’ll find out about relationships on the road, Crocs on docks, driver shortages, parking shortages, making money and if truckers are switching to UPS.Load Secure Systems’ Victor Louis is building a new location tracking and digital documentation platform. We’ll find out how this founder is developing a new FreightTech offering. Plus, an F-35 goes missing; the FreightTech 100 is announced; capacity bleeds out of the truckload market; rate the strap work; robots get licked; CEOs go synthetic; and more.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsAttention tank truck industry carriers, private fleets, and suppliers: have you registered for this October’s Tank Truck Week 2023? It’s the largest tank truck event in North America for cutting edge innovation, powerhouse networking, and keeping up with industry trends and insights. Content and value for executives, safety, HR, maintenance, tank wash, purchasing, and more. Help drive the tank truck industry forward October 8th through 11th this year in Indianapolis, Indiana! It’s worth sending a representative. Register today at www.tanktruck.org/tanktruckweek!LinkedIn: National Tank Truck CarriersFacebook: National Tank Truck Carriers, Inc.Twitter: @TankTruckAssoc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 18, 2023 • 32min

Drilling Deep EP174 What to do about the Highway Trust Fund?

Jim Aliosi of MIT talks about a recent paper he published looking at solutions for the U.S. Highway Trust Fund, which already was underfunded and now faces a loss of revenue from electric cars that don't pay taxes into the fund even though they use the highways that are maintained by spending from it.Follow the Drilling Deep PodcastOther FreightWaves ShowsAttention tank truck industry carriers, private fleets, and suppliers: have you registered for this October’s Tank Truck Week 2023? It’s the largest tank truck event in North America for cutting edge innovation, powerhouse networking, and keeping up with industry trends and insights. Content and value for executives, safety, HR, maintenance, tank wash, purchasing, and more. Help drive the tank truck industry forward October 8th through 11th this year in Indianapolis, Indiana! It’s worth sending a representative. Register today at www.tanktruck.org/tanktruckweek!LinkedIn: National Tank Truck CarriersFacebook: National Tank Truck Carriers, Inc.Twitter: @TankTruckAssoc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 18, 2023 • 28min

Running on Ice EP59 Predictive Maintenance's Role in Cutting Transportation Costs

In this episode, we dive into the world of predictive maintenance technology and its game-changing impact on transportation and logistics. Jim Rice, President of Uptake, joins us to explore how this innovative technology helps transportation companies stay ahead of vehicle failures, minimize delays, and keep both drivers and customers satisfied. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.Follow the Running on Ice PodcastOther FreightWaves ShowsAttention tank truck industry carriers, private fleets, and suppliers: have you registered for this October’s Tank Truck Week 2023? It’s the largest tank truck event in North America for cutting edge innovation, powerhouse networking, and keeping up with industry trends and insights. Content and value for executives, safety, HR, maintenance, tank wash, purchasing, and more. Help drive the tank truck industry forward October 8th through 11th this year in Indianapolis, Indiana! It’s worth sending a representative. Register today at www.tanktruck.org/tanktruckweek!LinkedIn: National Tank Truck CarriersFacebook: National Tank Truck Carriers, Inc.Twitter: @TankTruckAssoc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 15, 2023 • 1h 3min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP628 NASA’s moon mission logistics and UAW strike could cost billions

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to NASA about the logistics of its Artemis mission to the moon. We’re speaking with NASA’s Doug Lenhardt, who is the supply chain leader for the Orion capsules which will take man back to the moon. Larry Long, CEO at General Trucking Inc., breaks down the UAW strike that could cost the industry billions. How will it impact trucking? Michael Tatarowicz, Enterprise Sales Team at Uber for Business, talks about how Uber for Business is helping drivers get where they need to go when parked and why this could be a key to driver retention.Trucker AttackDogGaming shares his best recipes drivers can easily cook while on the road.Plus, Leatherface joins WTT; Convoy’s Haul Stars; Flexport revenue falls 70%; Somali Pirates as a Service; truck booting scams; and more.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 14, 2023 • 28min

Taking The Hire Road EP123 Advocacy At The Local Level: Insights From IMTA’s Gary Langston

Jeremy Reymer, Founder of DriverReach, is joined today by a good friend, Gary Langston, President of the Indiana Motor Truck Association. Remember you can submit any questions or comments, including those which may appear on upcoming Deeper Dive segments - at podcast@driverreach.com. And don’t forget to rate and review Taking the Hire Road on whatever platform you listen on!Follow the Taking The Hire Road PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 14, 2023 • 28min

Freightonomics EP161 Sticking Point

Inflation starts to make a comeback, fueled by gas prices while there are some mixed signals from the market. Anthony and Tony dive into the Macro world.Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 14, 2023 • 45min

Put That Coffee Down EP224 What exactly can you do with AI in freight sales?

Kevin welcomes the founder and CEO of Tai Software, Walter (Mitch) Mitchell on the show to discuss the role AI will play in freight sales. The key takeaway is that sales will remain the same, but AI will do what we are doing and using now even better, easier, and quicker. What does this mean? It will increase your sales velocity. Follow the Put That Coffee Down PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 13, 2023 • 28min

Truck Tech EP32 Taking electric trucking for granted

Guest: Salim Youssefzadeh, CEO, WattEVTopic: WattEV is all about using other people’s money -- specifically generous grants for electric trucks and infrastructure -- to build its business. So far, it’s a winning formula.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 13, 2023 • 28min

#WithSONAR EP97 Ocean Peak Season Is Weak

On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Tony Mulvey will discuss the muted peak season we saw on ocean imports to the United States and the falling demand we have seen since Labor Day. Additionally, we will discuss truckload wait times in the US and which industry's are performing better or worse.Follow the #WithSONAR PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 4min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP627 Insiders say UAW strike is imminent; best and worst of NTDAW

Car-hauling expert Dave Ables discusses the potential impact of a UAW strike on freight. FreightWaves' Justin Martin breaks down the best and worst of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Isaac Harmon honors drivers with NPTC National Driver All-Stars awards. Plus, Somali pirates, aliens in Mexico, a Bentley versus a cargo ship, scale runners, and how to destroy a hornet's nest.

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