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Aug 13, 2024 • 25min

Check Call EP125 How Real-Time Tracking Combats Cargo Theft

In this episode, we dive into the world of real-time tracking and it’s use in combating cargo theft. Our guest, Ilan Gluck, General Manager of GearTrack, breaks down the ins and outs of cargo theft prevention through the use real-time tracking. 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
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Aug 12, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP745 What inventory levels are telling us about holiday peak season

On Episode 745 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is looking at what inventory levels have to say about peak season in trucking. Netstock’s Barry Kukkuk breaks down their latest report.Truck Tech’s Alan Adler is in New York for Cummins’ latest event. We’ll find out what the word on the scene is. Adler also talks about Kodiak’s latest autonomous trucking pivot and Nikola’s financials. NXTStep Vets’ Chris “Gonzo” Gonzalez just got back from his group’s annual VFW National Home motorcycle ride. This year it raised a record-breaking $231,000 for veteran issues. NXTStep Vets is dedicated to helping veterans who are unemployed or underemployed and who are struggling to find their purpose so their families can thrive.Plus, crane collapse in Long Beach; Truckers for Harris; the quest for blinker fluid; fundraiser to help kids; and more.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
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Aug 12, 2024 • 27min

The Stockout EP126 Ocean market – Adding capacity doesn’t mean overcapacity

FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel interviews ocean industry expert John D. McCown.Follow the Running on Ice PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 9, 2024 • 24min

Running on Ice EP98 Pharma's Fast Lane: How Supply Chains Are Slashing Drug Costs

In this episode, we break down how to optimize the pharmaceutical supply chain. Our guest, Joel Wayment, vice president 3PL services and packaging solutions at Cardinal Health helps break down where some help in the pharma supply chain is needed. 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
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Aug 9, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP744 Inside Körber’s acquisition of MercuryGate; tech vs cargo theft; hurricane loads

On episode 744 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about an explosion in Ningbo aboard Yang Ming’s YM Mobility. Are lithium ion batteries to blame again? Korber’s Rik Schrader talks about their big deal for MercuryGate. WeatherOptics’ Scott Pecoriello looks at fallout from Hurricane Debby and looks ahead to how the rest of the storm season could impact freight. Verified Carrier’s Andrey Drotenko talks about the $700 million-a-year cargo theft problem this industry faces and how Verified Carrier is fighting back.Plus, June sets import record; freight recession has drivers taking on strange side hustles; trucking in the ‘70s; and more. 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
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Aug 8, 2024 • 51min

Taking The Hire Road EP168 Growing Our Own: How one State Association Is Setting The Example For Developing Truckings Workforce

Mark Colson, President & CEO of the Alabama Trucking Association, brings an infectious passion and energy to his job leading a state trucking association. In this episode of Taking the Hire Road, Colson joins guest host Leah Shaver to discuss the vital importance of workforce development in trucking, how fleets and the industry at large can cultivate and create the next generation of professional drivers, examples of how he’s tackling this issue within his state, and how everyone in the industry can show appreciation and love for those behind the wheel safely delivering freight every day.Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/)Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/)Carrier Intelligence (https://www.carrierintelligence.com/)Infiniti-I (https://infinitiworkforce.com/)Workhound (https://workhound.com/)Asurint (https://asurint.com/)Arya By Leoforce (https://leoforce.com/)DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com)Seiza (https://www.seiza.co/)Drive My Way (https://www.drivemyway.com/)F| Staff (https://www.fstaff.com/)Trucksafe (https://www.trucksafe.com/)Seated Social (https://seated-social.com/)Repowr (https://repowr.com/)If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 8, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP743 FreightTech M&A heats up in August; engine tech; community-driven freight

On Episode 743 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about August’s red-hot FreightTech M&A. This week, Korber acquired MercuryGate and Bestpass grabbed Drivewyze. What’s driving the deals, and what company will be scooped up next?Leonard’s Express is teaming up with Optimal Dynamics to enhance driver experience and asset utilization.  We’ll find out from Mike McGovern how they’re using tech and AI to reshape their transportation network.Engine Technology Forum’s Allan Schaeffer is fresh off a trip to Capitol Hill to attend the EESI Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Expo. We’ll find out the latest on the push for zero-emissions solutions and learn how they’re being deployed in the real world.As powerful as tech is, this is still a people industry. IamFr8’s Tristan Bordallo is all about community-driven transportation. Bordallo is on a mission to educate the industry – shippers, receivers, brokers, 3PLs and customers – that drivers are human beings and their time and service are valuable.Plus, Aurora raises $483 million; cats and dogs rate the strap work and more.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
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Aug 8, 2024 • 27min

Freightonomics EP196 Correction

Zach and Tony bring on Dr. Zac Rogers to discuss the July Logistics Managers’ Index takeaways and whether or not the recent stock market volatility is telling us anything about the economy. Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 7, 2024 • 24min

Truck Tech EP66 Cavnue sees a technology facelift making the nation's highways operate more efficiently

Guest: Tyler Duvall, co-founder and CEO, CavnueTopic: The federal highway system has not had a major overhaul in 70 years beyond physical upgrades. Startup Cavnue thinks sensor technology could make a big difference in safety and performance.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 6, 2024 • 27min

Loaded and Rolling EP108 How fleet safety technology makes fleets smarter and safer with Stefan Heck

In today’s episode Stefan Heck, CEO of Nauto joins us to talk about the technology and processes behind fleet vehicle safety technology and how artificial intelligence and machine learning are changing how fleets handle safety.  Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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