The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast

When it comes to choosing a carrier, isn’t getting the cheapest rate on your RFP the most important thing? It’s not quite so simple. Zipline’s pricing wizard, Phil Gaither, joins us on the mic today to shed light on: How RFPs work How shippers can benefit from them How to choose the best bid for your brand’s needs And more! For more on this topic, read our blog: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/c...

Jake Shaw in da house!!!! In this episode, Jake shares: What our carrier partners are feeling and experiencing in the market right now Jake’s approach as a Carrier Sales Rep (spoiler alert: chillest dude you’ll ever meet) How Zipline is negotiating and working with our carrier partners during turbulent times Tune in “Truck Yeahsters” – you don’t want to miss this episode! Follow Zipline Logistics:...

Please welcome special guest Cody Berenson, VP of Operations and Services at Siddhi Capital, for a great conversation about adjusting your business growth strategy to match market dynamics. Cody, TRUCK YEAH! hosts Teddy and Jesse, and President of Zipline, Andrew Lynch, discuss: The CPG landscape in general: what are CPG brands up against right now? Why the “growth at all costs” business model no...

We’ve got President Andrew Lynch on the mic to shed some light on UPS’s recent sale of Coyote Logistics to RXO. UPS announced on June 23, 2024 that it has entered into an agreement to sell its Coyote Logistics business unit to RXO, Inc., for $1.025 billion. The transaction is expected to close by the end of the year and at closing, RXO will be the third-largest provider of brokered transportation...

Please welcome Niki Pardi, Assistant Director of Operations at Zipline, to the mic for our usual quarterly update episode. Hosts Teddy and Jesse talk with Niki about all CPG shippers are up against as we kick off Q3: hurricane season, produce season, the impacts of CVSA blitz weeks, summer holiday delays, and more! Tune in to learn how you can bullet proof your supply chain through these challenge...

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts several "blitz week" checks every summer in order to keep the roadways safe and efficient. These include International Roadcheck in mid May, Operation Safe Driver Week in the beginning of July, and Brake Safety Week at the end of August. During this time, safety violations take truck drivers off the road. Many drivers frequently opt to forgo a...

Food and beverage manufacturers are often faced with figuring out what to do with product that is near-expired in terms of its “sell by,” “use by,” or “best by” date. These dates prevent them from being able to sell through traditional customer channels and they must find new ways to salvage not only the product but the potential revenue. In this episode, Teddy and Jesse dish out 5 strategies CPG...

Before you decide to work with a third-party logistics (3PL) broker, understand how the relationship will look and function. What exactly will a freight transportation broker take off your plate, and what responsibilities will still be in your court? In this episode, Teddy and Jesse break down how a logistics broker works along with key points surrounding value-added services and tips. Read the fu...

We’ve got special guest Tyler Mathews, Zipline Sales Representative, on the podcast to coach CPG brands on spotting the early signs of “love bombing” 3PLs — which aren’t much different from “love bombers” in the dating world. Love bombing 3PLs bait CPG brands by selling a dream that promises not only the best rates but the best service, too.  But with no data or proof to back “the best” they claim...

Are you moving high value (HVL) shipments and experiencing increased theft?   You’re not alone. Cargo theft is at an all-time high, with stolen goods totaling an estimated  $130 Million in 2023 , which is up 57% from the year prior and totals to over 220 reports of cargo theft per month. In this episode, Jessica Newbury, VP of Operations, hops on the mic to give CPG shippers the details on Zipline...

What’s your problem? In this episode, Teddy and Jesse dive head first into the 8 most common logistics pain points that CPG shippers run into and how to solve them. The problems: Out-of-stocks Creating a solid supply chain strategy Understanding retail compliance Logistics team spread too thin Products damaged in transit  Little visibility and data  Cargo theft  Subpar service from current logisti...

Interested to know if the freight market will flip anytime soon? Your hosts, Jesse and Teddy, sit down with their friend and colleague of 12+ years, Katie McGovern, Zipline Logistics Senior Director of Operations for her insights on the state of the market and what shippers can expect over the next few months. Tune in!! For more insights, read the full freight market update on our blog: https://zi...

Please welcome Zipline Logistics Carrier Sales Account Executive, Jordan Francis, to the mic! In this episode, Teddy and Jesse get the 411 from Jordan about his experience working with our carrier partners: how Zipline sources trucks for CPG brands, what kind of carriers we work with, and some crazy stories from Jordan’s time at Zipline. Learn more about being a Zipline carrier: https://ziplinelog...

We got President Andrew Lynch on the mic today!! In this episode, Andrew and your host Teddy discuss all things retail tradeshows: why to go, what you can expect, and how Zipline fits into this picture. Spoiler alert: Andrew also shares some funny memories from these shows. Are you a CPG brand looking to grow and win more shelf space? Attending and exhibiting at tradeshows like Natural Products Ex...

There's a LOT to know about shipping LTL, like freight classes, NMFC codes, and how rates are determined. If you're not sure where to start, your hosts Teddy and Jesse are here to break LTL shipping down, step by step. In this episode of TRUCK YEAH!, you'll learn: How the freight class of a shipment is determined How to determine the mode of LTL you should ship How LTL freight classification and d...

Your hosts, Teddy and Jesse, are bursting with excitement to give you the 411 on all things carbonated beverages in this episode. Even if you’ve never been on the wrong end of a shaken soda bottle, you know that these fizzy drinks explode when shaken or frozen. If you’re shipping a truckload of carbonated beverages, this can cause huge problems. Avoid the mess with our expert advice! For more prac...

Every industry has its own set of terms that are exclusive to the space. To an outsider, they may seem like a foreign language -- and logistics is no exception! In this episode, Teddy and Jesse define some of the most prevalent terms in transportation to help you level up your freight game. For our full glossary of logistics terms, check out our blog: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/logistics-te...

Tune in to hear Zipline Logistics President, Andrew Lynch, reveal his 2024 freight market predictions, tailored for CPG brands. Andrew dives into his insights and predictions on: The overall economy What Zipline is seeing from our angle as a logistics provider Current supply and demand dynamics in the CPG marketplace Trucking volumes, rejections, and rates His 2024 market predictions and how retai...

In this episode, Teddy and Jesse discuss the freight recession we've been experiencing following the freight boom the COVID-19 pandemic caused. They also cover how third-party logistics brokers (3PLs) have evolved over the years and how CPG brands can best leverage them. Subscribe to Zipline Logistics Retail Resources: https://ziplinelogistics.com/enews/

We're talking all things CVS today! CVS has over 9,000 locations across every state in the U.S., so a deal with CVS can bring a lot of exposure and revenue that an emerging CPG brand needs to continue its growth.   If your brand has recently secured a deal with CVS, there are many important steps to sort out behind the scenes before your product appears on store shelves. A crucial part of the proc...

Happy Thanksgiving, truckers!! In this special episode, Teddy and Jesse give thanks to everyone behind the scenes at Zipline Logistics for all that they do.

BONUS EPISODE! Convoy Inc. recently announced it will be closing down its core business operations due to the massive freight recession we have been experiencing. President of Zipline Logistics, Andrew Lynch, joins Teddy and Jesse on the pod to discuss what this shutdown means for the freight market, carriers, 3PLs, and CPG shippers alike. Download our eBook on Shipping Intelligence Technology: ht...

During the holiday season, we usually see tighter capacity and slightly higher rates as shipping volumes increase. This can lead to service failures, lost sales, and retailer chargebacks. In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, Teddy and Jesse divulge are six insider tips on how to prepare your supply chain for peak holiday disruption. Subscribe to Zipline Logistics Retail Resources: https://z...

It’s obvious that liquid products are susceptible to damage during transit in cold temperatures, but others you may not think of are also at-risk: like eggs and cosmetics. Want to ensure your products stay safe in freezing temps this winter? Teddy and Jesse are giving you the inside scoop on how to do just that in this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast. Learn more about Protect From Freeze: https...

In this episode, Teddy and Jesse spill the tea on everything CPG shippers need to know about delivering into Walgreens. They cover all things appointment scheduling, customer chargebacks, and packaging and delivery requirements. Fun facts: Walgreens is the 8th largest worldwide retailer with 12 distribution centers across the United States and 9000+ stores serviced worldwide. Connect with Zipline...