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Jul 21, 2023 • 26min

Net-Zero Carbon EP87 Driving Safe Pays

In our rush to reduce emissions, many of us are quick to overlook the most important assets in an organization: its people. For fleets, this means that a proper ESG program can’t overlook the health and safety of its drivers. That value is at the heart of today’s conversation with Barrett Young, Chief Marketing Office of Netradyne.Netradyne is a fleet safety and driver performance platform that is revolutionizing telematics using artificial intelligence. Fleet customers see reduced accidents, higher safety scores, lower insurance costs, improved driver retention, and better fleet performance resulting in increased profits.Follow the Net-Zero Carbon PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 21, 2023 • 28min

Running on Ice EP51 How to handle the hiccups

In this episode, Royce Neubauer joins us again to chat about the challenges in cold chain, the importance of food safety, and how to stop problems before they start. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.Follow the Running on Ice PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 21, 2023 • 1h 3min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP606 UPS/Yellow contingency plans; marijuana supply chains and driver data privacy

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Cowan Logistics’ Ben Tschirgi about preparing for the worst with Yellow and UPS. Don’t get caught flatfooted when and if these carriers strike. Tschirgi will also teach us the art of the freight parody song.The Artist Tree’s Caroline Fontein takes us deep inside the world of marijuana and cannabis supply chains. From crop to sale, we’ll learn what goes into making freight happen in this growing category.Konexial’s Ken Evans introduces us to token-based visibility. We’ll find out how it increases driver and fleet privacy. SH 130 Concession Co.’s Mike Razniewski thinks fleets should take toll roads as a cost-saving measure.Plus, Yellow workers prepare for potential last day; dog performs CPR; meet the AI workers; and why you shouldn’t brake check a semi. Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 20, 2023 • 28min

People Speaking Rail EP23 Rails begin to clean up after ILWU-Canada strike

FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel and Joanna Marsh interview John Schmitter of RailState.Follow the People Speaking Rail PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 20, 2023 • 29min

Taking The Hire Road EP115 Trailblazing Trucking: Gregg Troian’s Progressive Pursuit Of Innovation

Jeremy Reymer, CEO & Founder of DriverReach, is joined today by a progressive and innovative industry leader, Gregg Troian, President of PGT Trucking out of Aliquippa, PA. 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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Jul 20, 2023 • 20min

The Critical Role Data Plays Within Today’s Fleet Operations

Rick Larkin, Chief Information Officer at BCB Transport, and Anthony Smith, Chief Economist at FreightWaves, cover how to optimize opportunities while taking care of your people in the second half of 2023.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsFollow the Enterprise Fleet Summit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 20, 2023 • 18min

Electrifying Your Fleet Through Innovative Finance Models

Gage Zero is a newcomer to a growing roster of turnkey suppliers offering end-to-end electrification services: land, trucks, charging and management. With $300 million in backing, the company thinks its expertise in negotiating renewable energy purchases is an advantage in dealing with fleets entering an expensive and uncomfortable transition to electric mobility. Join Sam Arons, Vice President of Business Development at Gage Zero, and Alan Adler, Midwest Bureau Chief at FreightWaves, in this fireside chat.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsFollow the Enterprise Fleet Summit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 19, 2023 • 28min

Truck Tech EP24 Catching up with Roger Nielsen

Roger Nielsen, chairman, Proterra Inc., knew he would stay involved in future mobility when he retired as CEO of Daimler Truck North America in 2021. Boy, has he ever.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 19, 2023 • 28min

Loaded and Rolling EP63 Enterprise Fleet Summit edition with Debbie Sackman and Ken Evans

Debbie Sackman senior product manager with Skybitz joins us in the first half of the show to talk about improving efficiency and reducing trailer maintenance costs using telematics.Ken Evans, founder and CTO with Konexial talks about the importance of having and updating your tech stack for fleet operations.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 19, 2023 • 50min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP605 Teamsters give Yellow strike notice; autonomous truck pilots; and state of EV charging

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Justin Martin and Yellow mechanic Jimmy Harrison about the carrier’s troubles. As Yellow careens toward bankruptcy, we’ll find out where its drivers’ heads are at. They’ll also determine the trucking national anthem; why you should teach your kids about trucking when they’re young; and the insane world of truck racing. Torc’s Dan Parker shares insights from its autonomous truck pilots. What does the regulatory landscape hold for AVs as the tech matures? They will also look at how partnerships spur early adoption.Voltera’s Jonathan Colbert gets us up to speed on the state of Class 8 electric truck charging. We’ll also take an exclusive look at what markets are heating up and which ones are underdeveloped. TTN Fleet Solutions’ Tyler Harden says you can’t separate driver satisfaction from well-maintained trucks. We’ll also look at fleet breakdown management. Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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