FreightCasts

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the truck parking shortage in the United States of America. With one spot for every 11 drivers and the issues only getting worse, is there another way to approach this crisis? FreightWaves Editorial Director Rachel Premack has the scoop.  Reshoring has become a buzzword during the shipping crisis, but is it happening and what resources are t...

When Mukesh Chatter helped start Alsym Energy, his mission was to make a battery that was safer and cost less than today’s lithium-ion batteries. Seven years later, Alsym has deals with one of India’s largest automakers and Synergy Marine to provide them with batteries once full production kicks off in 2025. Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for a...

Kaylee Nix and Grace Sharkey break down how industrial automation is crucial to expanding the workforce and making for diverse labor talents on this episode of Great Quarter, Gals.  Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for all ports and ramps in the United States and Canada. Our four pillars of Culture, Service, Tech, and Trucks are what set us apart...

 In today’s episode, we look at how cartonization plays a huge role in supply chain optimization, and how freight costs and packaging impacts shipping companies decisions. I talk with James Malley, CEO and co-founder of Paccurate on how they are changing the future, one optimized box at a time. Recent focus on Scope 3 supply chain related emissions brings new attention to waste and turning the hum...

FreightWaves Mary O’Connell and John Rattay from Redwood Logistics, dive into why shippers aren’t getting what they want from their logistics service provider. Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for all ports and ramps in the United States and Canada. Our four pillars of Culture, Service, Tech, and Trucks are what set us apart from the rest. We pro...

Kevin welcomes Jim Bierfeldt, the founder and president of Logistics Marketing Advisors. Jim conducts a survey every two years that’s all about the approach and buying habits of shippers. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you can find it here, https://www.logisticsmarketing.com/. #sales #PutThatCoffeeDown #marketing #freightsales #freightwaves Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage...

After breaking down drone deliveries in some of the most remote regions in the world last month, we're keeping things closer to home. In this episode, hear from Flytrex CEO Yariv Bash and DroneUp Head of Business Development Greg James as they talk drones that deliver food, coffee and other goodies — in five minutes or less, straight from the store to your backyard. Port X Logistics is your easy b...

This episode of The Stockout is brought to you by RJW Logistics Group Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for all ports and ramps in the United States and Canada. Our four pillars of Culture, Service, Tech, and Trucks are what set us apart from the rest. We provide full visibility from the second your container leaves the origin port to the final st...

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about consumers getting whacked with “supply chain surcharges.” Inflation isn’t just for menu and retail prices anymore. We’re less than four weeks away from the start of the college football season, and it’s time to get hype … College Hype. We’re joined by Jack Doherty, president and CEO, and Mark Reddish, sales executive at College Hype Sportswe...

Danny Gomez talks to sustainability thought leader, Lynn Lyon of US Gain about what is happening in transportation to address emission reductions. Lynn talks about the importance of transition fuels, partnerships, and data in the journey to net zero. Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for all ports and ramps in the United States and Canada. Our fou...

Petere Miner Founder & CEO of CoLoadX shares her story of following in the footsteps of true groundbreakers and why the world needs more. Listen to her insights on how connection is at the heart of both data and people.  Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for all ports and ramps in the United States and Canada. Our four pillars of Culture, Service,...

On this episode of Running on Ice, Jonathon Swart from BlueGrace Logistics gets into the Supreme Court’s AB-5 law and what that means for reefer contracted drivers and the companies that rely on them for work. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most painless response for your fleet from Love's Truck Care...

Problem: You want to study space but that rocket ship in your barn has about as much lift to it as The Dude delivering a jumping high five.  Solution? Space rideshare via NASA’s CubeSat Launch Initiative. On today’s show Dooner and The Dude are talking about NASA’s CSLI which provides low-cost access to space for U.S. educational institutions, informal educational institutions such as museums, sci...

In our previous episodes, we’ve covered the digital marketing tactics for the nation’s top 3PLs and carriers—but what about the freight tech space? Freight tech arguably has a stronger focus on media, marketing, and their website so we’re going to analyze some of the companies at the top so the SMBs can learn how to replicate their strategies.  Also on the show, we have Jill Schmieg talking about...

On today’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President & CEO of the National Transportation Institute, chats with Erin Bergman, Senior Manager Of Supply Chain Talent Acquisition for Walmart. 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 what...

Zach and Anthony discuss the recent interest rate hikes and why they have not curbed inflation thus far.  With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most painless response for your fleet from Love's Truck Care & Speedco. To learn more about our roadside assistance, please visit www.loves.com Follow Freightonomics...

BTU Podcast welcomes Richie Resek, better known to the world as @NjPier, to talk about what makes a truck driver truly independent. Sign up for the Back The Truck Up Newsletter and get up to date information on the stories here, for truckers, by truckers! Sign up for the Back The Truck Up Newsletter and get up to date information on the stories here, for truckers, by truckers! Check out BackTheTru...

On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Tony Mulvey will discuss the downward pressure in the Flatbed market and what this means for housing starts.  Additionally, we will discuss which carriers will be most or least exposed in a deflationary market. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most pain...

In this episode, Grace breaks down recent retail headlines and what the news means for the future of retail technology. She also invites the co-founder of ShipBob to discuss the state of the retail industry from an SMB perspective. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most painless response for your fleet f...

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the state of EVs in trucking and whether Nikola can turn its business around. FreightWaves Detroit Bureau Chief Alan Adler shares the latest on the state of the embattled battery electric vehicle maker. Rachel Premack talks about Slync’s sinking ship, what freight moving east means for truckers and what freight company needs a true crime doc...

There are 52 heavy-duty vehicle assembly plants in the U.S., and 42 of them are already producing electric trucks or have plans to do so by 2025. Third Way’s Ellen Hughes-Cromwick and Alex Laska join us for a discussion on how to turn up the volume on HD electric vehicle production. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest,...

 In today’s episode, we look at rail labor negotiations and its potential impact on trucking. With many large trucking companies providing rail cars for various class I railroads, any extra disruptions to service or staffing could have a big impact on their performance as well as the overall supply chain.  With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you ...

FreightWaves Mary O’Connell and Thomas Wasson sit down to breakdown enterprise carrier structure, the impacts of AB5, and a July Market update. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most painless response for your fleet from Love's Truck Care & Speedco. To learn more about our roadside assistance, please vis...

Kevin welcomes FreightWaves’ own superstar producer Bill Priestley on the show to discuss the best approach you can take to be invited on FreightWavesTV, along with how to create content that creates a buzz for you and your company. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roadside tools, you  can expect the safest, fastest, and most painless response for your fleet...

Captain John Konrad - Founder and CEO of gCaptain, the world’s largest source of maritime news, shares how being able to connect with people from all walks of life has opened doors throughout his life and career. Listen to how his love of ships took him from the Bronx to the far reaches of the ocean in search of adventure. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full array of roa...