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In today’s FreightWaves Morning Minute, we look at the escalating geopolitical conflict that has sent crude oil prices surging to $110 a barrel, creating a major shock for small carriers and owner-operators. We also cover Mexico’s sweeping cancellation of permits for 350 steel importers, and Senator Mark Kelly’s push for the SHIPS for America Act to rebuild U.S. maritime dominance. ⁠Follow the Fre...

In this high-energy Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Malcolm and The Dude dive into the critical legal and regulatory shifts currently impacting the trucking industry. The episode features a detailed discussion on the recent Supreme Court (SCOTUS) arguments regarding broker liability and the definition of motor vehicles, highlighting the massive stakes for insurance and safety. They also cover...

Truckers are sold to 24/7 — by brokers, shippers, insurance companies, fuel programs, tech apps, dispatchers, and every “solution” in the industry. But here’s the truth most won’t say out loud: small carriers aren’t failing because they don’t know how to drive… they’re failing because they’re misinformed, misled, or marketed to in ways that have nothing to do with reality. In this episode of The L...

The trucking industry is facing pressure from every direction .... the courtroom, the criminal underworld, and regulators. In this episode we break down a major U.S. Supreme Court case that could redefine broker liability and determine whether freight brokers can be sued for negligent carrier selection after crashes. If the Court expands liability, it could reshape how freight is matched, how carr...

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Malcolm and The Dude dive deep into the current state of the supply chain with two industry heavyweights. First, John Howland joins the desk to break down the shifting dynamics of the freight market and what carriers need to do to stay profitable in a volatile landscape. Then, we pivot to the tech side of the house with Phillip Brink, exploring how data-driven...

In this live edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? from the “Queen City” of Charlotte, NC, host Malcolm Harris sits down with industry experts to dissect a freight market at a major turning point. Malcolm is first joined by Brian Reilly, VP of Enterprise Sales at RXO, who shares on-the-ground insights into why routing guides are breaking and how capacity is tightening for the first time in years. The conve...

In this episode of Loaded and Rolling, host Thomas Wasson sits down with David Blackwell and Akshaya Kumar from EROAD to discuss the evolution of the “Truck Whisperer”—the art of transforming overwhelming fleet data into meaningful business outcomes. As modern commercial vehicles generate upwards of 50,000 data points per day, many fleet managers find themselves suffering from “alert fatigue” rath...

Today on Brake Check Live (3/3/26), we tackle two forces reshaping trucking from the inside out: artificial intelligence and driver recruiting. First up, Tapan joins us to introduce Hey Bubba, the AI-powered dispatcher aiming to fix what’s broken in traditional dispatch operations. Is AI about to replace human dispatchers? Or is it the efficiency tool carriers didn’t know they needed? We dig into...

In this episode of Freight Expectations, hosts Matthew Leffler and Craig discuss the transformative potential of "Dalilah’s Law," a proposed piece of legislation aimed at addressing a perceived safety and security crisis in the American trucking industry. ⁠Follow the Freight Expectations Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Thomas Wasson dives deep into the major geopolitical events impacting global supply chains, specifically focusing on recent attacks in the Persian Gulf and the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The show analyzes the ripple effects of these events on energy markets and maritime routes, highlighting how supply chains have become central to modern geopoli...

In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent wrap up the month of February 2026 with a deep dive into industrial trends, autonomous infrastructure, and AI-driven safety. Industrial Rebound and Broker LiabilityJP Hampstead joins the show to discuss the “re-industrialization” of the American Midwest. He shares insights on:• Industrial Production: U.S. industrial pro...

Welcome to the Friday, February 27th edition of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, where we cover the latest developments in the global logistics and shipping world. We start by discussing the significant leadership transition at Ocean Network Express, as founding CEO Jeremy Nixon prepares to step down from his executive duties. Next, we cover the retail sector, where a massive $100 million settleme...

The domestic freight market remains unstable four weeks after Winter Storm Fern. The question now is whether increased regulatory enforcement pressure could keep this cycle shift tighter for longer. Additionally, how much will tariffs ultimately matter? Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 35 years in transportation — from helping build Leonard’s Express into a $350M logistics powerhouse to leading the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) — Michael Riccio has seen this industry from every angle. In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Riccio to talk about leadership, growth, and what’s next for the broker-carrier relationship. They dig into how small c...

Welcome to The Morning Minute, your definitive source for global supply chain market intelligence. Today we break down the massive news from UPS as the company begins offering delivery drivers $150,000 voluntary buyout packages to shrink its network and reduce headcount. We also look at major structural changes in logistics software, where cargo management maker WiseTech Global is cutting a third...

Brake Check LIVE in Nashville | Standing With Trucking’s Boldest VoicesBrake Check went live in Nashville at Recruit & Retain by Conversion Interactive, standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the boldest and brightest leaders shaping the future of trucking. This wasn’t about buzzwords. It wasn’t about recycled conference talking points. It was about real conversations with the people building...

In this episode of the podcast WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent engage in a fast-paced discussion on current events impacting the freight and transportation industry. The episode covers several key industry and political topics:• Safety and Regulations: The hosts discuss a significant article by Rob Carpenter regarding a driver involved in a major Alabama crash who retur...

In today's FreightWaves Morning Minute, we cover President Trump's State of the Union address and his call for strict new regulations on commercial driver's licenses. This proposed legislation would prevent states from issuing CDLs to undocumented immigrants, which could significantly impact the industry's driver pool. Next, we dive into a major legal challenge as a South Carolina freight forwarde...

In this episode, we dive into a solution based omnichannel approach. Our guest, Raul Villarreal, CEO at Source Logistics, breaks down the why behind being that solution provider for shippers and how partnering with experts is sometimes better than trying to do everything yourself. For more information, subscribe to ⁠Check Call the newsletter⁠ or the podcast. ⁠Follow the Check Call Podcast⁠ ⁠Other...

Brake Check Live, we break down three developments every carrier should be watching closely. FMCSA has issued mandatory directives surrounding non-domiciled CDLs ... a move designed to restore licensing integrity, but one that could reshape compliance exposure overnight. At the same time, the insurance market continues to reveal cracks in what was once considered trucking’s last failsafe. Are carr...

Welcome to today's episode of our logistics podcast, where we first discuss how AscendTMS has entered the mergers and acquisitions space with its recent purchase of LoadPilot. InMotion Global's chief executive noted that LoadPilot's operations will soon halt as its loyal user base migrates to the newly acquired system. Next, we explore the implications of new federal guidance from the Department o...

In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down a volatile week in global logistics where political shifts and cartel violence are fundamentally redrawing the map of North American trade. The discussion centers on the "green gold" wars at the border, exploring a high-stakes reality where cross-border freight has shifted from a capacity challenge to a survi...

In this episode of Freight Expectations, FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller and “The Armchair Attorney” Matthew Leffler dive into a historic day for the American supply chain. Following the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling to overturn the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEPA) for revenue generation, the duo analyzes the immediate legal and economic fallout for the tru...

Welcome back to WithSONAR! In this episode we're breaking down the key freight market indicators you should be watching to confidently back your pricing and bid decisions. SONAR Page: https://sonar.surf/sharepage/351f3340-e6d7-4f2c-a4a0-aa086ed14c0f As we move deeper into bid season, understanding both demand and capacity signals is critical. In this webinar, we cover: 📦 IOTI (Import Ocean TEU In...

The Supreme Court has issued a major ruling limiting the president's emergency tariff powers, which is poised to reshape the global trade outlook. This decision introduces new predictability for businesses, though shippers must still monitor supply chain costs and ongoing legal uncertainties. In Mexico, the recent killing of a cartel leader has sparked violent retaliation that is jolting U.S.-Mexi...