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Is a soft market here to stay? Maze shares trends that can indicate a longer shift towards contract freight for the rest of the summer and what that means to carriers in this episode of the #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliate...

Could a possible rail strike mean more volume for inland freight? How will AB5 impact the supply chain? Are we headed towards a softer market in Q3? Justin Maze has the answers in this week's #TransfixTake podcast. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or...

Is the Summer of Freight heating up or cooling down? It depends on which side of the supply chain you ask. With rail and ocean congestion and AB5 - we are not looking at the same season we thought we were. Justin Maze breaks it down in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positio...

As we catch up from a 3-day weekend, AB5 is what everyone's been talking about. Maze breaks down potential impacts of AB5 and the current state of the markets on our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companie...

There's a plate full of updates we need to unpack before we send you off to your July 4th BBQs. Make sure to listen to this episode of the #TransfixTake podcast so you can stay ahead of any unexpected...fireworks! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or...

In this special edition episode of the Transfix Take podcast, we're going seaside with Lauren Beagen, maritime expert and Founder/CEO of Squall Strategies. We cover everything from the July 1st port negotiations to the vast similarities between inland and ocean freight. Plus, much more! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily re...

Is it the Summer of F̶r̶e̶i̶g̶h̶t̶ Shippers? According to the last 60 days: yes. Justin Maze examines what the next week could shape out to be, but as of now it's smooth sailing. Plus, don't miss a hot take for Q4 that listeners will need to hold us to in this week's #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect...

With the contract market securing a home run for the foreseeable future, Maze gives a look inside his crystal ball with other factors we're keeping a close eye on. You know what that means - the summer of freight may not be as smooth of a ride as we think. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of...

Our very own Ayeh Bandeh-Ahmadi, Principal Economist at Transfix, joins us for a deep dive on the freight economy. We discover how the US Department of Treasury relates to trucking, theories on the downturn of the spot market, and trendspotting with Ayeh and Maze. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or posi...

Is it time to call a freight recession? It depends on who you ask. While the overall volume in the market remains strong, it’s the larger – not smaller – carriers that benefit. There’s no crystal ball on how the remainder of the year will affect freight markets, but it's becoming clear that the current conditions are likely here to stay – unless a hurricane or shift in consumer spending flips the...

In this special edition of the Transfix Take podcast, transport and logistics reporter Vishnu Rajamanickam joins us to go on a deep dive on the ports in China, market swings, what could fix a broken supply chain, and more. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent comp...

May might have left carriers feeling some relief, but as we drive through June, the road ahead could be a bumpy one. We're closely watching a possible exit of capacity, July 1st and ocean freight negotiations, and warehousing issues that have popped up for shippers. This and more on our weekly #TransfixTake with Justin Maze. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of...

Can we break our nearly 100 days of spot market relief? What’s fueling the hottest summer of freight yet? And who will win the balance of power as we approach Memorial Day weekend? Maze has the answers in this week’s #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any pa...

West Coast Labor union negotiations, China shutdowns, International Road Check Week. What other disruptions loom? Well, for one, the East coast sees the lowest diesel inventory on record. But read why Justin Maze says it’s too soon to call this a freight recession. #TransfixTake Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect th...

We're eyeing a potential market swing ahead of the summer months, as carriers look for some relief. Plus, should shippers look to stay invested in contract rates? Maze has the answers in this week's #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or...

No surprise here, but an unexpected swing in favor of the spot market could shift the balance of power for shippers and carriers once again. Plus, looming port shutdowns in China could mean a supply chain spiral. Are we ready? Justin Maze breaks it down in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect...

Is 2022 the supply chain wild card? Bill Cassidy, Senior Editor of JOC.com, joins Maze and Jenni on this special edition State of Freight episode. We talk evolving consumer trends, the death of the “new normal”, the battle between spot and contract, produce and back to school seasons, and possible port shutdowns! Bill also shares advice for the next generation of trucking who relies on spot. Strap...

What is the study of sleep science? Dean Croke breaks it down for us in this special edition episode of the Transfix Take. From circadian rhythm and sleep pattern to teaching truck drivers how to sleep and how it can literally be the difference between life and death – we go on a deep dive. Listen as Dean shares his prolific learnings here. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podc...

What would it take for the market to swing back in favor of carriers? Two major factors! Let Justin Maze break it down in this week's #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affil...

Meet Margaret DeBellotte – founder of the #TruckersAreHuman initiative and founding member of the National Minority Women Association in Transportation (NWWAIT). Margaret takes us on a ride to discuss her first-hand experience as a driver at the height of COVID-19 and why she was moved to create the #TruckersAreHuman initiative with Trucking Life. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in th...

While most of the country is in full-swing Spring, truckload spot markets are stuck skiing downhill. To make the freight market more interesting, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ramped up inspections for every northbound truck, causing Mexican truck exports to plummet by 80% and drivers to protest and block access to border crossings. While secondary inspections at the border have ended, this will surely a...

As pricing power makes its quick shift towards shippers, what’s the fallout? Volumes slow for dry van and reefer, but intermodal remains steady – likely due to the decreasing demand for the speed. Meanwhile, the number of available trucks with a driver is up approximately 10% and Walmart announced a significant increase in driver pay to offset rising operational costs. Let Justin Maze give you the...

Everyone wants to know: Are we heading for a freight recession or just normalizing? The freight market is easing at the fastest pace since early 2021, motivated in part by inflation and high fuel costs. These pain points affect consumers’ ability to buy goods, but also carriers’ ability to operate. Justin Maze looks into freight’s crystal ball. #TransfixTake Disclaimer: All views and opinions expr...

Are we seeing the end of a bull market? Maybe it’s inflation. Maybe it’s the removal of COVID-related mandates, but freight demands, truckload volumes, rates, and tender rejections are all on a downward slope. It’s almost like consumers are nursing a hangover. Let Justin Maze tell you more about the conditions building for a potential bear market. #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions...

This March is and is not like other Marches. While shippers have pricing power in most of the country, the expected arrival of produce season is making capacity scarce in the South and Southeast. However, in an unseasonal twist, freight volumes are decreasing. Is this evidence of inflationary pressures due to fuel prices? Find out more from Justin Maze over at #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views...