Episodios

  • The Long Haul | Credit Is a Tool Not a Lifeline – What Small Carriers Actually Need to Understand

    The Long Haul | Credit Is a Tool Not a Lifeline – What Small Carriers Actually Need to Understand
    Feb 5 2026
    Credit isn’t the problem in trucking—misunderstanding it is. In this episode of The Long Haul Podcast, I sit down with Gerri Detweiler, to break down how credit really works for owner-operators and small fleets. This isn’t a conversation about products or approvals. It’s about how personal credit, business credit, and cash flow collide in real life—and why too many carriers end up trapped instead of empowered. If you’ve ever wondered why “good revenue” still feels like financial stress, this episode is for you. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 m
  • Freightonomics | So much for the offseason

    Freightonomics | So much for the offseason
    Feb 5 2026
    Dr. Zac Rogers comes on to discuss the impact so the holidays and winter weather on the most recent Logistics Managers’ Index and supply chains. ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 m
  • Deadly "Chameleon" Carriers Exposed, ODFL’s 2026 Recovery, & Sysco’s $52M Verdict | The Daily

    Deadly "Chameleon" Carriers Exposed, ODFL’s 2026 Recovery, & Sysco’s $52M Verdict | The Daily
    Feb 5 2026
    This episode begins by uncovering a⁠ tragic collision in Indiana⁠ that exposed a network of "chameleon carriers" hiding in plain sight. We explore how these operators⁠ ⁠dodge safety regulations by constantly shapeshifting their corporate identities to evade federal oversight. Next, we examine the financial landscape as⁠ Old Dominion Freight Line⁠ prepares for a potential market recovery in 2026. Their leadership believes the⁠ ⁠stars are finally aligning for an uptick in manufacturing and freight volumes later this year. The conversation then turns to a⁠ massive legal blow against Sysco⁠, where a jury awarded $52 million to drivers who faced retaliation for reporting safety issues. This verdict highlights the⁠ ⁠severe cost of ignoring whistleblower complaints regarding hazardous working conditions and regulatory violations. Finally, we look at rising geopolitical tensions as a ⁠Chinese operator fights to retain control⁠ over critical ports at the Panama Canal. This⁠ ⁠arbitration filing introduces new uncertainty into a vital global trade chokepoint that could impact East Coast shipping volumes. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • Brake Check | Recruiting is broken, Drivers are tired, What the truck?

    Brake Check | Recruiting is broken, Drivers are tired, What the truck?
    Feb 5 2026
    In this episode of Brake Check, we’re getting into what’s really going on in freight right now — and yeah, things are finally getting interesting again. Charles Gracey sits down with JP Hampstead from FreightWaves to break down why the truckload market is suddenly way more volatile than what we’ve seen the past couple years. Winter storms, rising tender rejections, tightening capacity, spot rates heating up — we explain what all of that actually means without the fluff. If you’ve been wondering whether this market shift is real or just another fake-out, this conversation puts it into plain English. We also dig into earnings and outlooks from major carriers like Old Dominion, Heartland, and CFI, talk inventory levels, tariffs, and why some shippers are trying (and failing) to lock in last year’s rates. The big question: is this finally a sustainable rebound, or are we setting up for another crash? Then we shift to the people side of trucking with Kevin Hall, CEO of CDLLife. We talk driver recruiting, why drivers are being way pickier right now, what a “quality driver” actually means, and why respect matters more than most job ads want to admit. If you recruit drivers, manage drivers, or are a driver, this part hits home. And to wrap it up, Malcolm Harris jumps in for some real talk on the current freight temperature, broker vs carrier perspectives, and why relationship-based freight might finally be making a comeback. Markets, money, drivers, relationships — it’s all in here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 m
  • Sysco Drivers Win $52M Verdict, FMCSA’s English "Safe Zones" & Swift Arsonist Sentenced | Morning Minute

    Sysco Drivers Win $52M Verdict, FMCSA’s English "Safe Zones" & Swift Arsonist Sentenced | Morning Minute
    Feb 5 2026
    In today's episode, we cover a massive legal victory for truck drivers as a California jury awards over $50 million in a whistleblower lawsuit against food giant Sysco. The verdict addresses allegations of retaliation against workers who reported unsafe conditions and falsified records, sending a strong message about corporate accountability. We also look at new regulatory updates where the FMCSA has established specific geographic "safe zones" for drivers struggling with English proficiency. These exceptions near the border will prevent drivers from being placed out of service for language violations, though citations will still be issued. Finally, we report on the sentencing of a truck driver who will serve additional prison time for a revenge-fueled arson spree targeting Swift Transportation trailers. The 67-year-old was convicted of setting fires across multiple states and will serve consecutive sentences for his crimes. Tune in to FreightWaves TV later today for new episodes of Brake Check, Freightonomics, and The Long Haul. You can catch all these shows and more on our YouTube channel if you miss the live broadcast. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 m
  • WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | Ireland’s Insight

    WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | Ireland’s Insight
    Feb 4 2026
    On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Malcolm is joined by Rob Carpenter, Frankie Bates, and Diarmaid O Connor for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping freight in 2026. Rob Carpenter dives into trucking’s biggest pressure points, including the driver shortage debate, freight fraud, market accountability, and where trucking, brokers, and shippers are headed next. Then, broadcasting from across the pond, Frankie Bates and Diarmaid O Connor of Prodensus break down why so many U.S. multinationals are centralizing freight procurement in Ireland, why RFPs are still painfully inefficient, and how AI is transforming — and challenging — freight decision-making. ⁠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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    46 m
  • Uber Freight Hits Breakeven, EPA Probes "Limp Mode" & Military Escorts in Red Sea | The Daily

    Uber Freight Hits Breakeven, EPA Probes "Limp Mode" & Military Escorts in Red Sea | The Daily
    Feb 4 2026
    In this episode, we break down how Uber Freight posted flat Q4 results but finally achieved breakeven profitability through disciplined cost measures. We also discuss the company's pivot toward autonomous trucking as a long-term strategy to drive higher asset utilization. On the asset-based side, we analyze why losses continue at Heartland Express as the carrier navigates costly fleet integrations and a soft market. Despite recording its tenth consecutive net loss, the company’s improving operating margins offer a glimmer of hope for a turnaround. Regulatory news takes center stage as the EPA targets truck engine makers to investigate widespread DEF system failures causing "limp mode" incidents. This major shift aims to treat equipment reliability as a manufacturer quality issue rather than a driver compliance problem. Global instability forces the Gemini Alliance to rely on military forces to secure Red Sea voyages, even as other carriers continue to divert around Africa. Back home, the industry faces a bureaucratic paradox where 65,000 new visas are available but remain inaccessible due to a State Department freeze. Finally, we examine the broader economic fallout as weak freight demand triggers facility closures and layoffs across the logistics and manufacturing sectors. With over 3,000 jobs cut since mid-January, the industry is questioning how much leaner operations can get. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • Maersk Returns to Red Sea, Werner Settles Driver Lawsuit & Heartland Earnings | Morning Minute

    Maersk Returns to Red Sea, Werner Settles Driver Lawsuit & Heartland Earnings | Morning Minute
    Feb 4 2026
    In a major shift for global trade, shipping giants Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are returning to the Red Sea route under naval protection. This decision marks a turning point after months of diversions around Africa due to regional instability. Despite a difficult quarter, Heartland Express sees a path to recovery by focusing on improved operating margins. Company executives believe that integrating recent acquisitions and tightening costs will position the fleet for success later this year. Legal developments are also in focus as a long-running lawsuit involving Werner Enterprises nears a final settlement. The deal addresses claims from nearly 100,000 drivers regarding unpaid wages for non-driving time and rest breaks. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 m