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Guest: Eric Bippus, Hexagon Agility EVP, Sales and Systems Development Topic: Natural gas as a transportation fuel typically accounts for 1% to 2% of the Class 8 market. That may be about to rise to fivefold, and tank maker ad fuel system developer Hexagon Agility is getting ready.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: John Araujo, CEO, Forterra Topic: With decades of experience in military applications, Forterra -- formerly Robotic Research -- is expanding into distribution yard autonomy where robotic yard tractors can precisely park twice as many trailers as human drivers.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 687 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Gather AI’s Sean Mitchell about the applicability of warehouse drones, AI, and software in optimizing operations. Gather AI’s software enables drones to fly autonomously through warehouses with no GPS or WiFi to photograph inventory stored in pallet locations. We’ll find out how the largest autonomous inventory management platform in the world works.Couch.com founder and CEO Alex Back is an e-commerce veteran and a direct to consumer expert. He’s built a new platform that helps users select a couch. He’s talking about the future of AI in the furniture industry and e-commerce in general.It’s all about chassis when Consolidated Chassis Management LLC’s Mike Wilson joins the show. We’ll learn about their South Atlantic Consolidated Chassis Pool. This innovative pool utilizes advanced technologies and industry expertise to optimize chassis utilization throughout the South Atlantic region.FreightWave’s Alan Adler covers the electric and the eclectic. We’ll learn about Hyliion’s Karno generator; ideal use cases for electric vehicles; and renewable natural gas as a growing factor in Class 8 truck orders.Plus, Kardashian gets double brokered; cooking in the cab controversy; spot rates slide; Cam Newton hits the logistics conference scene and more.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Christian Appel, Global Head, Product and Program Management at Nikola joins us to talk about their Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles. We dive into the technology, customer impact, and future impact these zero emission vehicles are having on the industry.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we cover some major headlines from the past week affecting brokers, featuring spicy takes from our guest Thomas Wasson, FreightWaves enterprise carrier expert. We break down the new home of Convoy’s software, touch on the trenches of bid season, and a hot take on Lord of the Rings vs the Hobbit. 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

Join Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey on The Stockout podcast as they delve into the latest trends in the CPG and retail industries, including the adoption of RFID tags for inventory tracking, Walmart's evolving supply chain standards, and Nestlé's market performance. Special guest Tracy Meetre, Chief Commercial Officer of Sunset Transportation, shares insights on navigating the changing landscape of global supply chains and offers valuable advice for shippers looking to optimize their logistics operations. Tune in for expert analysis and industry updates!Follow The Stockout PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the world of direct-to-consumer temperature-controlled fulfillment.Out guest, Juan Meisel, founder and CEO at Grip breaks down the new fulfillment center and how the ever changing weather of the country affects the supply 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

Jason Douglass, Director of Retention & Recruiting with Utah-based Stokes Trucking, LLC joins Jeremy Reymer as they discuss the priority of retention, the importance of fitness and discipline, and how video content is building trust with the right drivers. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! Career Now Brands NTI Infiniti-I Workhound Asurint Transportation Marketing Group Seiza Drive My Way Driverreach F| Staff Trucksafe If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com.Follow the Taking The Hire Road PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to FreightWaves! In this loaded episode, join host Thomas Wasson as he delves into the world of trucking recruitment with the renowned Charles Gracey, President and Founder of Hot Seat Services and the host of the Sense Per Mile podcast. Known as the "Dr. Phil of trucking," Gracey brings unparalleled expertise to the table.Gracey sheds light on the challenges and innovations in the trucking recruitment landscape, offering invaluable insights for carriers and drivers alike. From navigating the recruitment funnel to understanding the evolving dynamics of driver preferences, this conversation covers it all.Discover the secrets behind building meaningful connections in recruitment, leveraging technology for optimized outcomes, and the importance of culture and reputation in attracting top talent. Gain exclusive access to groundbreaking tools like Connect, designed to revolutionize the recruitment process.If you're in the trucking industry or aspire to be, this episode is a must-watch. Stay ahead of the curve with FreightWaves and dive deep into the world of trucking recruitment with Charles Gracey.🎙️ Guest: Charles Gracey, President and Founder of Hot Seat Services🔗 Related Links:Hot Seat Services: https://hotseatservices.com/Cents Per Mile Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...🚛 About FreightWaves:FreightWaves is your go-to source for all things trucking, logistics, and supply chain. Subscribe now for the latest industry updates, expert interviews, and insider insights!Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 684 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is breaking down the New York trucker boycott. We’ll find out how a video from a driver in Chicago caused the media to run with the story. Is it even real? Is anyone participating and is it impacting freight?HD Drayage & Container Services’ Hope Allen shines a light on port volumes; drayage on the East Coast; building a company; and the power of training.REPOWR’s Jake Battles shares the ins and outs of the trailer market. Battles tells us how his company is turning idle assets into cash.Industry adviser Jim Coffren teaches us carrier vetting tips, tells us why retail is like “Jurassic Park” and discusses if it’s ever OK to scream at your boss.Plus, $500 parking fines; remote control semitrucks; trucking a house; pickleball barges; and a Somali pirate-hunting cruise.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices