Episodios

  • The Evolution of U.S.-Mexico Freight

    The Evolution of U.S.-Mexico Freight
    Dec 10 2025
    FreightWaves’ Noi Mahoney and Jesús Ojeda, head of Mexico Operations for Uber Freight, discuss freight trends in cross-border trade, such as how tariffs and USMCA rules of origin regulations are affecting sourcing strategies across North America Keep up with Live FreightWaves Events Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 m
  • Truck Tech | Harbinger's $160 million Series C with a hefty Fedex Order

    Truck Tech | Harbinger's $160 million Series C with a hefty Fedex Order
    Dec 10 2025
    In this episode of Truck Tech, we catch up with John Harris, co-founder and CEO of Harbinger to dive into their recent Series C round, their big order with Fedex, and what's been going on in the medium duty EV truck space. ⁠Follow the Truck Tech Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 m
  • WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | The Heart of Hauling

    WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | The Heart of Hauling
    Dec 10 2025
    In this special festive edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris brings you a packed episode live from the 2026 Freight Market Summit. First, Malcolm sits down with Sarah Abernathy, Director of Marketing and Communications at Kenworth Truck Company. Sarah shares the behind-the-scenes story of one of trucking’s most heartwarming annual traditions: hauling the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree across the country. She discusses Kenworth’s twelve-year partnership with the project, the state-to-state community engagement, and the technology behind the Kenworth T680 that carried this year’s tree, “Silverbell,” from Nevada to Washington, D.C. Sarah also highlights the role of driver Michael Porter, the significance of the tour, and what Kenworth is looking forward to in 2026. Later in the episode, Malcolm welcomes Zane Holcomb and Luke LeMaster from TEL to talk about becoming an owner-operator in today’s freight market. They break down what drivers should expect, why now can still be a smart time to step into ownership, how TEL supports drivers throughout their leases, and the mindset needed to build a successful owner-operator business. They also discuss technology trends, equipment choices, common challenges, and the changing landscape of driver mentorship. Plus, Malcolm covers the latest industry headlines, including: • A logistics startup founder losing an appeal on a 20-year conviction • New tariff discussions involving the U.S. and Mexico • Enterprise officially entering the heavy-truck space through its Hogan acquisition • The ongoing voting for America’s Top Freight Town If you enjoy stories about trucking, leadership, equipment, market insights, and the people who make the industry run, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 m
  • The Daily | December 10, 2025

    The Daily | December 10, 2025
    Dec 10 2025
    This episode explores the high-stakes balancing act logistics companies face as they navigate internal optimization against a backdrop of external chaos. We begin by analyzing the sharp drop in benchmark diesel prices as domestic refineries ramp up production, though experts warn of a potential oil super glut by 2026. In the cold chain sector, Lineage is combatting excess capacity by rolling out its LinOS system to generate $110 million in efficiency gains through automation. Meanwhile, the automotive logistics space sees strategic consolidation as RPM acquires PARS to create a comprehensive vehicle lifecycle platform that includes driveaway and titling services. Technological advancements continue as Daimler Truck and Torc Robotics integrate short-range LiDAR to bring autonomous freightliners to the North American market. However, carriers must remain vigilant on compliance, as the FMCSA has revoked 62% more ELDs this year, threatening immediate shutdowns for fleets using banned devices. Corporate governance takes center stage with the affirmed 20-year sentence for Slync.io's founder, serving as a stark reminder of the importance of fiduciary trust in freight tech. Finally, we examine the supply chain risks emerging from threatened tariffs on Mexico tied to a dispute over water deliveries that is already impacting Texas agriculture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • Keynote: On the Cusp of 2026, a Look Back and Ahead

    Keynote: On the Cusp of 2026, a Look Back and Ahead
    Dec 10 2025
    In this keynote, Ryan Hammett, Director of Market Intelligence & Insights at C.H. Robinson joins us to dive into 2025 surprises from spot rate volatility to shipper psychology. We also dive into the year ahead and look at important trends like US-Mexico trade, macroeconomic moves, and how to sift freight signal from the peak season noise. Keep up with Live FreightWaves Events Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 m
  • The Daily | December 9, 2025

    The Daily | December 9, 2025
    Dec 9 2025
    In this episode of the Daily, we break down the severe supply chain disruptions occurring as blockades choke Mexico’s border trade as farmers and truckers escalate unrest, stranding thousands of truckloads and causing billions in unrealized exports. We also analyze the market outlook as Morgan Stanley sees a supply-side 'spark' for trucking in 2026, predicting that regulatory crackdowns on drivers will significantly tighten capacity and raise rate floors. The conversation turns to safety and compliance, highlighting commentary that the trucking industry needs better crash data to fix critical flaws in how carriers are vetted for liability. Simultaneously, regulators are embracing new technology, as Feds OK automation and say railroads can make fewer visual track safety checks, a move intended to increase efficiency despite union concerns about risk. On the innovation front, we discuss a milestone deployment as the sand must flow: Aurora's driverless fleet hits Permian roads to autonomously haul frac sand for more than 20 hours a day. We close with a look at the intellectual property war in logistics software, where o9 Solutions accuses SAP of trade secret theft in a high-stakes supply chain software dispute, alleging former executives stole thousands of files to boost a competitor’s AI capabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | Optimizing the Open Road

    WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | Optimizing the Open Road
    Dec 8 2025
    On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris dives into a packed lineup covering the latest issues shaping freight, technology, and trucking regulation. We kick things off with Rudy Nemeth of Veloster Solutions, who breaks down how AI is transforming fleet management through predictive maintenance, smarter safety systems, and advanced route optimization following their recent acquisition of ⁠NextBillion.ai⁠. Next, Magnus Technologies CEO Matt Cartwright joins the show to talk about the real roots of the driver shortage, why it’s a systemic issue rather than a people problem, and how empathy, communication, and integrated technology platforms can dramatically improve driver satisfaction and retention. He also shares insights from decades in the industry and why unifying data is the key to modern fleet operations. To wrap up, Andrew Poliakoff, Executive Director of CVTA, gives an inside look at the state of driver training, the federal crackdown on fraudulent training providers, and what fleets, students, and schools need to know about compliance, safety, and upcoming regulatory changes. He explains why proper training matters now more than ever and what red flags new drivers should watch for. Malcolm also covers major news across the country, including Mississippi’s crackdown on undocumented drivers, the abrupt shutdown of two Minnesota carriers affecting 200 drivers, and an Ohio logistics owner sentenced for a multimillion-dollar tax evasion scheme. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Visit our sponsor⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 m
  • The Daily | December 8, 2025

    The Daily | December 8, 2025
    Dec 8 2025
    A massive capacity glut is forcing established fleets like James R. Smith Trucking to close their doors. We also look at the sudden collapse of two Minnesota carriers, MinStar Transport and Transport Design Inc., which left 200 drivers out of work overnight. As legitimate capacity folds, the industry is becoming a regulatory "hellscape" where loopholes allow minimally trained drivers to replace compliant operators. We discuss how these unchecked market dynamics have contributed to a 40% rise in fatal truck crashes and a surge in cargo theft. State authorities are stepping up enforcement, with Mississippi referring illegal truckers to ICE after identifying drivers violating English proficiency and license standards. This segment highlights the growing push to close federal loopholes that have allowed non-domiciled CDL abuse to flourish. In the financial sector, we analyze the widening performance gap as RXO receives a negative outlook from S&P Global while competitor C.H. Robinson sees its credit rating upgraded. The discussion breaks down the sharp contrast in debt ratios and stock market performance between these two brokerage giants. We also report on the sentencing of an Ohio trucking operator to 30 months in prison for a decades-long tax evasion scheme involving shadow companies. Finally, help celebrate the industry's unsung heroes by casting your vote for America’s favorite freight town in our latest contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m