FreightCasts

In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam Wingfield sits down with Vanessa Gant, the Founder and CEO of Provision Accounting Solutions, to break down the financial strategies that every owner-operator and small carrier needs to know. Vanessa, known as “The Money Architect,” has spent over 15 years helping trucking businesses increase profitability, reduce tax liabilities, and stay compliant.From avoiding financial pitfalls to maximizing cash flow, she shares no-nonsense advice on how to build a profitable and sustainable trucking business. We get into tough topics like why so many carriers run loads under their breakeven point, the real impact of factoring, and why ignoring your books can put you out of business faster than a bad freight market.If you’re an owner-operator or small fleet looking to take control of your finances and secure your future, this episode is a must-listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 813 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the impact tariffs are having on shippers. We’ll take a look at how U.S. shippers are reacting to new tariff bills that they’re being hit with. Will they pass the cost on to the consumer?One World Supply Chain Consulting’s Mike Eischer talks about how his clients are reacting to tariff turmoil and how they’re restructuring their supply chains to offset new costs.Truck drivers die on average 16 years earlier than the general population. A dangerous gig combined with a sedentary lifestyle is having massively detrimental effects on U.S. truck drivers. Offshift’s Mark Manera drops by to talk about the importance of driver health and about why we teamed up again to get the industry squatting.Jonathon Reese went from trucking to selling solar. We’ll get a driver’s perspective on the good, the bad and the ugly about the profession.Plus, MLB recalls “vulgar” hat; trucking toddlers; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a special two part Truck Tech from Manifest we talk with:Patrick Macdonald King CEO of Greenlane They’re working to build out a nationwide network of commercial EV charging through strategically identifying freight corridorsAndrew Smith, CEO and founder of Outrider, talked about how their AI-driven autonomous yard tractors are transforming logistics, from robotic trailer hookups to EV assetsFollow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Phil Schmidbauer vice president of solutions design at ODW Logistics joins us to talk about fighting freight fraud and cargo theft, preventative strategies, and how technologies like AI are changing transportation management systems. Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the tricky world of managing shippers expectations while still helping them craft an efficient supply chain. Our guest, Phil Schmidbauer, Vice President, Solutions Design at ODW Logistics shares the secret sauce on helping shippers help themselves. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 812 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Fleet Defender’s Terry Reinart about hacking semi trucks. How vulnerable are these 80k lb machines? From maleworm worms in ELDs to remote controlled semi trucks, we’ll take a look at how fleets are getting hacked.Beyond hacking, fleet safety is always top of mind. We’ll find out how trucking companies are keeping drivers and the motoring public safe with Tenstreet’s Taylor McIlroy and Ploger Transportation’s Bob Ware.TruSygnal connects shippers and carriers on contract freight opportunities. We’ll find out from c-founder Ed Burns how it works and why he is building the company.Plus, should you tip your lumper; trucking company files chapter 11; new FMCSA head and more.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down what the new normal is after the AIM act has gone into effect. Our guest, Kevin Wilson, director of engineering and manufacturing at Polar King International talks testing, implementation, and how to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to changing up HFC’s that power the cold chain. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.Follow the Running on Ice PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 811 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is catching up with Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle to talk about the SHIPS Act; making shipbuilding great again; and the impact of port fees and tariffs.We just moved the world’s largest trainset from EnterTRAINment Junction in Cincinnati to Chattanooga, Tennessee, with the help of Elizabeth’s Moving & Storage. We’ll meet Frank Youmans and Anne Elizabeth Youmans to learn all about the logistics behind this high-touch, white-glove move that took more than 20 trailers.Plus, tariff Tuesday was just a head fake as Canada and Mexico tariffs are delayed again; dirtiest loads and more.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Chapters2:33 Tariffs delayed again6:48 Moving the world’s largest train set | Elizabeth’s Moving and Storage21:35 Dirtiest trucking jobs22:37 Make ship building great again | William DoyleWatch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and economic researcher Michael Rudolph discuss the recent tariff and American trade policy and its impact on the economy and supply chains.  Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CVSA’s New 2025 Out-of-Service Rules Go Into Effect April 1—Are You Ready?If you’re an owner-operator or run a small fleet, these new CVSA regulations could sideline your truck and cost you thousands in downtime. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has made major changes to out-of-service violations for drivers, brakes, tires, and suspensions. If you’re not prepared, your next DOT inspection could shut you down.In this special edition episode, I break down: • New driver rules (CLP trainers & medical cards) • Brake system violations that now shut down your truck instantly • Tire rule updates (leaks & automatic out-of-service violations) • Suspension crackdowns that could cost you big • How to stay compliant and avoid unnecessary downtimeDon’t risk getting parked. Watch now and get ahead of these changes before April 1.Want more trucking business strategies and compliance tips? Subscribe and turn on notifications to stay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices