FreightCasts

On today’s WHAT THE TRUCK?!?!, host Malcolm Harris takes a wide-angle look at the forces reshaping freight in 2026, from autonomous trucking and fleet safety to regulation, compliance, and ongoing market volatility. The episode blends breaking industry headlines with two in-depth conversations that explore where trucking is headed and what fleets need to be thinking about right now. The show kicks...

In this episode of FreightWaves Daily, we explore the paradox shaping the current truckload market, where federal regulators are offering specific cost relief while simultaneously tightening overall capacity. We break down how Feds slash compliance costs for fuel haulers by restoring a critical marking exception and greenlighting video inspections to save the industry millions. Our analysis delves...

In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we discuss the Department of Transportation's decision to drop its appeal regarding highway funding for sanctuary states, even as Secretary Sean Duffy shifts tactics to target non-domiciled CDL compliance as detailed in Trump Administration Waves White Flag on Transportation Funding Immigration Fight, But the War is Far From Over. Despite this le...

Join Craig Fuller, CEO and founder of FreightWaves, and Zach Strickland, Head of Freight Market Intelligence at SONAR for this month's State of Freight as they discuss: - The impact of continued tariff uncertainty - How the current freight market can potentially benefit carriers - Potential risks and concerns for shippers in 2026, and how to plan ahead ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other Fr...

Join us for today's freight roundup as we explore the financial maneuvers and technological breakthroughs transforming the logistics landscape. This episode dives into how activist investor Ancora has carved out a niche in the transportation sector, driving leadership shakeups at major companies like Norfolk Southern and Forward Air to boost shareholder returns. We also analyze the 2025 holiday ru...

At Trimble Insight 2025, Thomas Wasson talks with Trimble’s Rishi Mehra about the rapid evolution of fleet technology. They explore how AI is transforming route optimization, driver navigation, fuel planning, order intake, and back-office workflows—without replacing human expertise. From capturing dispatcher tribal knowledge to enabling voice-driven, in-cab AI copilots, this episode breaks down wh...

In this post-holiday hangover episode of Freight Expectations, Craig Fuller and Matt Leffler tackle the “dumbest law” in trucking and why a pending Supreme Court ruling could change your wallet forever. The hosts go scorched-earth on the Tesla Semi, revealing why charging just one truck takes as much power as 4,000 American homes, and break down the “Dumbass” Safety Act that could effectively ban...

On today’s FreightWaves Morning Minute, we discuss Allegiant Air’s $1.5 billion acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, a merger heavily supported by Amazon through the addition of two extra cargo jets. This strategic move allows the combined company to leverage year-round cargo revenue to offset the seasonality of leisure travel, with cargo earnings expected to top $215 million this year. In technol...

On this Monday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest headlines shaping the freight and supply chain world—and then sits down with three industry leaders to unpack what 2026 is already throwing at transportation professionals. Andrew Wimer, VP of Strategic Operations at Descartes, kicks things off with a deep dive into freight tech, operational resilience, and wh...

In this episode of the Daily, FreightWaves investigates a startling report on national security, detailing Dragon in the Cab: How China Quietly Embedded Itself in American Trucking. We discuss the growing concerns regarding unvetted drivers hauling military freight and the specific vulnerabilities found within U.S. port infrastructure. In major corporate news, we cover the return of a legacy fleet...

In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we discuss how activist investor Ancora carves out a niche in the transportation sector by forcing shakeups at major companies like C.H. Robinson and CSX. Ancora director Conor Sweeney highlights the firm’s strategy to drive returns by replacing leadership and restructuring boards at underperforming logistics giants. We also analyze recent trade...

Welcome back to #WithSONAR! This week, we’re diving into Batch Rate Intelligence, SONAR’s multi-lane pricing tool designed to support short-term pricing decisions and RFP strategy with downloadable, market-aligned rate intelligence. In this session, you’ll learn how to: -Access Batch Rate Intelligence within SONAR applications -Upload lanes using the downloadable template or work directly in the U...

In this episode, we dive into the world of freshness and shelf-lives. Our guest, Karl McDermott, General Manager, UBQ Network and Chief Saas Officer at DeltaTrak, breaks down DeltaTraks’s Freshness Index and how getting days back into shelf life is possible. For more information, subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn...

On this Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight right now — from layoffs and carrier consolidation to aggressive DOT enforcement and tightening compliance standards — before diving into two powerhouse conversations that deliver a true blueprint for brokerage success. First up: Malcolm is joined by Trent Tulloh, CEO & Founder of Forev...

Join us for a deep dive into the "SELF DRIVE Act" of 2026, a bipartisan bill aiming to dismantle state-level regulatory patchworks for autonomous trucking. This legislation promises legal certainty for cab-less truck designs and establishes a national safety data repository to replace fragmented reporting mandates. We also analyze the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's plan to restore t...

In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we discuss how the 2026 AV bill a game changer for heavy trucking aims to replace a patchwork of state regulations with a unified federal framework for autonomous vehicles. The legislation would allow driverless, cab-less trucks to move from testing tracks to interstate commerce, marking a major shift for the industry. The new year has started on...

Dr. Zac Rogers comes on to discuss the historic drawdown on inventory levels in December’s LMI. ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the U.S. built to make things, or just regulate them? On this end-of-year episode of Bring It Home, JP Hampstead breaks down trillions in manufacturing and industrial investment announcements from 2025, with many tied to direct negotiations with the Trump White House, and what they actually mean for America’s re-industrialization push. JP also dives into a powerful idea from Breakneck: China’s...

In this episode of The Daily, we uncover why many freight brokers are structurally losing roughly $19 on every load despite seemingly stable contract rates. We break down the "negative operating leverage trap" detailed in How are Freight Brokers Staying Afloat? that is forcing companies to burn cash while desperately chasing volume. The conversation shifts to the rail sector, where CSX lays off 5%...

Truck drivers don’t need another feel-good message. They want honesty. In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Harvey Beech, co-founder of American Truckers United, a third-generation trucking operator who has lived every side of this industry — company driver, small fleet owner, and long-haul carrier. Harvey speaks plainly about what many drivers feel but few are willing to say out...

In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, the U.S. Department of Transportation has officially withheld $160 million in safety funding from California following a dispute over commercial driver’s licenses. The state missed a critical deadline to revoke thousands of licenses issued to foreign drivers, a situation federal officials describe as a systemic collapse of safety protocols. Shift...

In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris kicks off 2026 with a deep, perspective-driven conversation on what’s really happening across the freight and logistics industry beyond the headlines. The show opens with FreightWaves cross-border reporter Noi Mahoney breaking down major policy and trade developments, including tariff delays, shifting duties, and why U.S.–Mexico freight cou...

In this episode, we dive into some of the ways to expand security in the supply chain and yard automation. Our guest, Mike Grabovica, CEO of Birdseye, breaks down best adoption strategies and when to make improvements as well as ensuring you don’t get left behind. For more information, subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.  Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Le...

In this episode, we unpack a confusing market paradox where transportation capacity has hit a four-year low even as fleets place massive orders for new equipment. Analysts attribute the surge of over 42,000 Class 8 truck orders to a regulatory pre-buy ahead of 2027 emissions rules rather than a true recovery in freight demand. We also explore how C.H. Robinson is utilizing 30 agentic AI tools to e...

On this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, the U.S. Postal Service announces plans to phase out contracted drivers holding non-domiciled CDLs due to safety concerns. USPS tightens vetting for immigrant truck drivers explores how this crackdown aligns with broader federal initiatives despite warnings of potential supply chain strain. C.H. Robinson is revolutionizing its operations by deplo...