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With fuel cell trucks on the road, Nikola is changing the game, but will it be enough to survive?

Justin Clarke, founder and CEO of driver staffing firm F|Staff, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares how he has disrupted the traditional driver staffing business model by leveraging technology to enable a better experience for matching drivers with fleets.

Crete Carrier highlighted positive trends in holiday and retail demand as customers stage shipments for Halloween and Christmas.

With brand new drivers, carriers have the advantage of training them from the ground up.

In this edition: Americold quarterly earnings, South Jersey gets a new warehouse and frozen pasta finds a new home.

As carriers continue to be hit with nuclear verdicts, it is more important than ever for industry leaders to invest in safety.

A name change to drop the word diesel from its title may have been the politically correct move. But diesel is not going anywhere.

Rigorous driver hiring standards are proving to be more than just a safety measure — they’re a strategic tool for managing insurance costs.

Staying on top of routine vehicle maintenance is crucial for fleets aiming to improve their overall safety profile and reduce their financial risk exposure.

Mark Colson, president and CEO of the Alabama Trucking Association, discusses the importance of training and professional development as well as legislative support for the trucking industry.

J.B. Hunt announced the completion of 50,000 autonomous long-haul trucking miles in a collaboration with autonomous trucking company Kodiak Robotics and Bridgestone Americas.

In this edition: The moon becomes a cold storage warehouse, vaccines transported outside the cold chain and Pig Sooie chicken nuggets hit the freezer.

Electrification startup Synop is carving a niche for itself focused on help electric fleets return electricity to the grid and get paid for it.

Hope Zvara, founder and CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares her passion for driver health and wellness, why companies should invest in their drivers’ well-being, and what drivers can do on a daily basis in order to see real improvement and change over time.

Werner’s Q2 earnings saw worsening financial conditions but improving freight market conditions and signs of capacity tightening.

Thin margins and unpredictable risks are the norm, and trucking companies are increasingly turning to captive insurance plans to address those challenges.

In this edition: The Inbound Logistics annual survey results have been released, and Werner celebrates 25 years in Mexico.

Norfolk Southern highlights ways it’s creating sustainable growth through investments in people and technology.

One of Tenstreet’s newest solutions, Pulse+, uses generative AI to make communication more efficient and strengthen human connections.

Kodiak Robotics is delaying commercial on-highway driverless trucks to focus on autonomy in the Permian Basin.

Lytx highlights fleet safety trends and outlines ways fleets can improve their safety and culture through data, reporting and driver coaching.

As she prepared to take ownership of Veriha Trucking, Karen Smerchek took advantage of the networking and real-world experience of her colleagues in the Truckload Carriers Association to properly plan her career trajectory, and now she wants to give back to that same community.

Heartland Express’ Q2 earnings saw a net loss of $3.5 million as it works to improve its operating ratio and profitability

In this edition: Breaking down the most recent Armstrong & Associates study and the FMCSA hits a snag.

Conversations about turnover and retention often hinge heavily on pay, but that is only part of the story.

James Taylor will take his second run at leading a commercial electric truck company as the new CEO of Bollinger Motors.

Fastmore Logistics highlights its proven track record of picking the right carrier and using technology, people and processes to deliver service and security.

Reliance Partners’ Modernization of Cross Border Trade event Aug. 6 will spotlight ways to improve cross-border operations through collaboration and relationships.

The Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot (SDAP) Program helps drivers under 21 gain experience in trucking, helps carriers fill seats and helps the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration gather safety and feasibility data on lowering the age requirements for truck drivers in interstate commerce.

Recent data by Motive suggests the freight recession is closer to an end as more robust June restocking spurs higher July retail sales.

In this edition: Ransom freight is on the rise and TQL has a victory in court.

The manager of business development for the transportation team at Geotab, Emily Williams, opened up to Jeremy Reymer about the importance of representation and leadership for women in transportation, driver health and Geotab’s efforts to drive positive change in trucking.

Hyzon is focusing its fuel cell efforts in North America, cutting operations in Europe and Australia as it seeks to survive.

The e-commerce landscape in the United States is continuously evolving, requiring retailers remain flexible and adaptable to maintain a competitive edge. Recent data from Statista projects that e-commerce revenue will […]

The FMCSA recently delayed rulemaking on truck speed limiters, pre-2000 engine ELD mandates and automatic emergency braking systems to 2025.

Lean Solutions Group spoke with FreightWaves about nearshore and offshore workforce trends to watch.

In this edition: Warehouse study outlines key challenges; Hurricane Beryl makes landfall; and Werner is back on the union front.

Lane Williams, founder and CEO of Fusion Now, joined Leah Shaver, president and CEO at the National Transportation Institute, to talk about driver recruiting trends and highlighted authentic approaches to attract the right drivers.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association urges transportation companies to assess the risks posed by third parties with access to sensitive data and take action to remediate those hazards.

Using too many logistics platforms leads to time-consuming inefficiencies, higher operational costs and increased likelihood of error, says Thomas Kowalski of CtrlChain.

Autonomous trucking pioneer Chris Urmson and relative latecomer Raquel Urtasun do not agree on how to apply AI in autonomous trucking.

Samsara’s chief product officer explains the importance of building strong partnerships with customers to lay the groundwork for future solutions.

In this edition: Fireworks’ biggest day and another fallen trucking company.

Fundraising doesn’t sleep, and there’s no better time to get the holiday spirit than July.

President and founder of Seated Social, Alex Carpenter, explains his philosophy of targeted advertising to passive drivers and how that leads to better retention and a more efficient use of recruitment resources.

Supply chain executives at companies ranging from freight brokerages to factoring companies discussed impacts of the freight cycle, technology and lower margins during Freightwaves’ Future of Supply Chain event in Atlanta. Here’s what you need to know.

Link Logistics has released a new case study detailing its Energy Solutions program, a model in which the firm owns tenants’ utility accounts and and passes savings along to tenants.

At the 14th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism, attendees got to hear firsthand from students who have benefited from the funds raised in past years.

Zach Jecklin, chief information officer at Echo Global Logistics, spoke with FreightWaves about Echo’s pairing of people and technology and how it’s reshaping the industry.

In this edition: Coyote finds another home, and another firm closes its doors.

Insurance rates continue to rise despite a down freight market. What does the future of mitigating insurance rates look like?

Mark Picarello joined Craig Fuller to talk about how CargoWise is creating a landside logistics operating system through developing and expanding its current tech via partnerships, acquisitions, and integrations.

Career Now Brands’ chief data officer, Nathan Widener, emphasizes the importance of data collection in the recruitment process and gives insight into how it can help carriers achieve maximum return on investment from recruiting campaigns.

In this edition: Breaking down the new FMCSA fee increase and a big freight payment partnership.

Samsara preps for its community event Beyond to teach leaders how to leverage data to gain insight on their operations and foster success.

Spencer Ware, co-founder and CEO of Repowr, and Patrick Visintainer, co-founder and COO of Repowr, join Jeremy Reymer to talk about asset underutilization and its impact on the freight industry.

Cargo insurance rates in Mexico are wildly different from the U.S. Mark Vickers breaks down the differences.

As transportation companies invest heavily in new tech and infrastructure, J.B. Hunt sees technology as a way to empower employees and capacity to create long-term value for customers.

Sustainability reporting is quickly shifting from a voluntary initiative to a mandatory undertaking. Strong relationships with transportation and logistics providers are going to be more important than ever.

Door-to-door transportation company Tri-National Inc is expanding its facilities into South Texas to offer more comprehensive cross-border service and meet the demands of nearshoring.

In this edition: The rise of logistics companies looking to go public and the evolution of Denim.

Nick Patrick, CEO of Radar, discusses how 3PLs and carriers can improve fleet management and consolidate vendors of software and devices for route optimization, driver tracking and location spoofing detection.

During the last full calendar year, 2023, HOS violations accounted for over 40% of the driver-related violations found during roadside inspections.

Tag-N-Trac recently unveiled its suite of updated IoT devices that include low-cost, disposable smart labels and tags, as well as its Relativity platform.

Fleetworthy Solutions highlights its technology command center built to handle safety and compliance issues, including navigating the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Among the changes in the transportation industry that Skinner Transfer Corp. has seen in the past century, regulations and safety measures have been among the toughest to navigate.

Top carrier concerns aside from fraud, fuel costs, and rates include insurance costs, equipment costs, government regulations, and parking.

In this edition: The 2024 3PL study findings are out, and Convoy’s legacy lives on.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has provided a detailed framework surrounding driver drug and alcohol violations – including return to work procedures.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association urges the transportation industry to protect sensitive info by learning how to secure APIs.

Chad Crotty, vice president of sales and business development for DDC FPO, joined Jeremy Reymer on this week’s episode of Taking the Hire Road.

Most vehicle accidents are directly caused by speed and space management issues, including speeding, tailgating and distracted driving.

Based on Flock Freight’s findings, partially empty truckloads added up to the equivalent of one in four trucks moving completely empty last year.

Overdrive recently surveyed owner-operators about their views on who is hauling cheap freight.

In this edition: Hurricane season is anticipated to be one for the books this year, and cross-border heats up in Texas.

FGN Global Logistics offers a “control tower” logistics management concept to bulk liquid shippers of both flexitanks and ISO tanks, which lowers transport costs and simplifies liquid supply chain management.

With the freight market crowded by a variety of technologies and small carriers, developing and maintaining trust with transportation partners is the key to keeping an edge, says Nicole Slavin of CtrlChain.

For smaller carriers and 3PLs such as Nagle Cos. to compete with nationwide corporations, they must operate honestly and maintain close relationships with both competitors and elected officials, says Ed Nagle III.

A recent Flock Freight survey reports 43% of truckload orders were partially empty, highlighting ongoing challenges for trailer space utilization.

In this edition: Cross-border is here to stay and the cleanup for the Port of Baltimore.

Tech nonprofit Emerge Career reduces recidivism and poverty rates among convicts by providing access to vocational training and job placement support throughout incarceration and after release.

Recent reports from Ryder System and Knight-Swift highlight significant total cost of ownership and poor range for electric trucks.

NEXT Trucking recently announced product and program updates as part of its tech stack improvements following its merger with CDL-1000.

CVSA International Roadcheck is Tuesday through Thursday. Its focus is on tractor protection systems in addition to alcohol and controlled substance possession.

Lorus Byers, CEO of Carrier Intelligence, increases truck driver retention rates by targeting drivers who fit individual company culture, whether or not they are actively seeking a job.

While it is tempting to forgo tech upgrades during a downturn in an attempt to save money, this approach will leave brokers at an even greater disadvantage when the market inevitably turns. 

In this edition: First-quarter earnings hit some harder than others, and Cargado had a successful seed round of funding.

Insurance rates go up after accidents.There are ways to hold the line on those costs.

Cell phone use is just one of many distractions that can divert truck drivers’ attention away from the road, says Chris Hayes of Travelers Risk Control.

The rapid introduction of new competitors and technology in freight is producing a rapid downward trend in brokerage gross margins. To remain competitive, cost visibility and controls are paramount.

TriumphPay’s network expansion provides a source of relief for the many logistics companies that have encountered recent frustrations and hurdles due to their inability to make payments in Mexico’s local currency.

LTL executives highlight shippers moving spillover LTL freight to full truckload amid market weakness and low rates.

Amanda Schuier, strategic maintenance director at Jetco Delivery, highlights the unique challenge of engaging with and retaining truck drivers and diesel technicians.

International Roadcheck has two key areas of concern this year. Knowing how to prepare is crucial.

In this edition: The dream that may or may not come true under the FTC’s new rule, and TFI International wants heavier freight.

Flock Freight offers a Shared Truckload service that provides an accurate, reliable and emission-reducing alternative to traditional truckload and less-than-truckload options.

Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard evaluates billions of data points related to freight location and shipment status in order to flag potential freight fraud.

Building a strong driver training program pays dividends in the long run.

Drivers want to join – and stay – with carriers that make them feel connected from the very beginning.