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ATRI On The Air

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ATRI on the Air goes beyond the numbers. The American Transportation Research Institute digs deep into data and presents its methodology for its latest research findings. Along with discussing the results of issues like interstate congestion and predatory towing, ATRI presents potential solutions and areas for further research. ATRI on the Air takes no sides but presents the facts, it defends no interests instead explainin the findings, and has no agenda other than keeping you informed.

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ATRI On The Air: Top Industry Issues with Rebecca Brewster | Nemo Nation 24.11.2025 27:00

Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Rebecca Brewster, President and COO of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), for a deep dive into the trucking industry’s top concerns. They discuss the latest ATRI survey results, including the economy, driver compensation, truck parking, lawsuit abuse reform, and insurance cost and availability. Rebecca explains how the issues differ between drive...

ATRI On The Air: ATRI Reveals the High Cost of Cargo Theft | Jeff Short on Road Gang Radio 23.10.2025 25:51

In this edition of ATRI on the Air, host Jimmy Mac welcomes ATRI Vice President Jeff Short to discuss the findings of ATRI’s latest study on cargo theft — a growing issue with major financial and operational impacts on the trucking industry. Jeff breaks down what the research uncovered, how theft patterns are evolving, and what carriers can do to protect their loads. Read the full ATRI press relea...

ATRI’s Alex Leslie on Diesel Technician Shortage | Road Gang Radio with Jimmy Mac 25.09.2025 22:42

In this Road Gang Radio interview, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Alex Leslie, Senior Research Associate at the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), to discuss ATRI’s latest findings on the nationwide shortage of qualified diesel technicians. We break down the causes behind the shortage, its impact on the trucking industry, and ATRI’s recommendations for addressing the challenge. ATRI...

ATRI’s Latest Report: Truck Driver Demographics Are Changing 28.08.2025 26:50

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Abbigail Huffman, Research Analyst at the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). Abbigail joins us to discuss ATRI’s latest report, Evolving Truck Driver Demographics: Issues and Opportunities. This research provides fresh insights into the makeup of today’s trucking workforce and highlights opportunities for the future of the...

Trucking Costs Squeezed: ATRI’s 2025 Ops Report Breakdown with Alex Leslie 24.07.2025 24:45

ATRI Senior Research Associate Alex Leslie joins Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio for an in-depth look at the 2025 Operational Costs of Trucking Report, released July 1st. Trucking is facing a tough road ahead. Profitability is being severely squeezed by a mix of rising costs and falling freight rates—and Alex is here to break it all down. From fuel and driver wages to equipment and insurance, the lat...

Why Trucking Can’t Keep Diesel Techs: ATRI’s Alex Leslie Breaks It Down 26.06.2025 27:17

The diesel technician shortage is reaching a breaking point—and it’s putting the entire trucking industry at risk. Jimmy Mac sits down with Alex Leslie, Senior Research Associate at the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), to unpack the findings of ATRI’s latest report on why fleets can’t recruit or retain enough qualified diesel techs. From training gaps and outdated curriculum to t...