We sat down with ATS flatbed driver Omar to talk about:
• Winter trucking tips every driver should know
• How to stay calm when stress, traffic, or weather hit hard
• Real road stories and close calls
• Why understanding truck behavior keeps 4-wheelers safer
• Steelers vs. Vikings, SEC vs. Texas, and the sports that keep drivers sane
• Advice for new drivers entering the industry
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In this episode of Beyond the Road, two real ATS drivers share what life on the road is really like — and why they’re more than just truckers. From gaming in the cab and volunteering as firefighters to balancing family life and running flatbed or van freight, this is an unfiltered look into what modern trucking really means.
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In this episode of Beyond the Road, we explore the state of the freight market and preview Breakbulk Americas 2025, happening September 30 – October 2 in Houston, Texas.

🔹 Market Trends – From import volume spikes and rail congestion to asset carrier closures and softening rates, we break down what’s happening across open deck, international, and brokerage transportation.
🔹 Breakbulk Americas Preview – What is Breakbulk? Why is it important? And how can attendees make the most of the event? Get tips from experienced ATS reps who’ve attended for years.
🔹 Expert Guests – Josh from ATS Logistics and Carl from ATS International share real-world insight from both the U.S. and global shipping markets.

Whether you're a shipper, logistics professional, or new to the breakbulk space, this episode offers both timely freight updates and a look at one of the industry’s most valuable networking events.

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What does it take to drive over 2.5 million safe miles and survive everything from tornadoes to Hurricane Katrina? Army veteran and ATS driver Bill Hodges shares his trucking journey, financial survival tips, and wild stories from the road.

In this episode of Beyond the Road, Bill talks with Holli about:
• Life as a specialized open-deck driver
• Transitioning from the Army to trucking
• Surviving downturns in the freight market (2008 vs today)
• Weathering storms. From blizzards to hurricanes
• Why the driver–fleet manager relationship can make (or break) your career
• Financial and health tips to hit your 1 million safe miles

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In this episode of Beyond the Road, we unpack what’s happening in today’s freight market and take a deep dive into Mexico cross-border shipping — specifically the Laredo gateway and the opportunities and challenges of nearshoring.

🔹 Freight Market Update: Why the pace of recovery is slow, but improving
🔹 Rate Trends: Are contract rates rising? What about capacity and fuel?
🔹 Tariffs & Equipment Spending: How uncertainty and interest rates are impacting behavior
🔹 Open Deck vs. Van Recovery: What's moving and where we're seeing growth
🔹 Mexico Market Focus: Why Laredo remains a powerhouse in cross-border freight
🔹 Through-Trailer vs. Transload: Pros and cons, plus how to pick the right option
🔹 Customs, CTPAT & Delays: What shippers need to know before crossing the border
🔹 Driver & Equipment Challenges: Real stories and solutions
🔹 ATS Capabilities: Our 35 years in Laredo, 300+ trailers in Mexico, and asset + partner support
🔹 Shipper Advice: How to pick the right provider and avoid surprises

Whether you're already moving freight across the southern border or considering it, this episode helps you plan smarter and move faster.

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In this episode of Beyond the Road, we bring together experts from ATS Logistics to talk about what shippers, drivers, and logistics pros can expect for the rest of the summer freight season. From weather delays to Fourth of July capacity crunches and tender rejection trends, we break it all down—plus explain the value a trusted freight brokerage can bring to your operation.

🔹 4th of July Freight Planning: How this holiday impacts shipping schedules, rates, and driver availability
🔹 Weather & Road Construction: What shippers and drivers need to know to avoid costly delays
🔹 Tender Rejections Rising: What that means for capacity and spot market rates
🔹 What Is ATS Logistics? An inside look at our brokerage model and how it connects drivers and shippers
🔹 Driver Benefits: How smaller carriers and owner-operators can stay loaded with the FreightMatch app
🔹 Customer Portal: Real-time tracking, billing access, and better communication tools for shippers
🔹 Common Myths About Brokers: Transparency, claims, pricing, and service concerns—debunked
🔹 Logistics Day at ATS: A behind-the-scenes look at our family-friendly celebration of the logistics industry

Whether you're a shipper managing tight schedules, a driver navigating holiday home time, or a logistics pro evaluating brokers—this episode delivers the clarity and insight you need.

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What’s it really take to move massive freight across the country—on time, safely, and without chaos?

In this episode of Beyond the Road, host Holly sits down with Sam, a 24-year ATS veteran and site liaison, to uncover the logistics secrets behind some of the biggest moves in the trucking industry. From complex site planning to real-time driver coordination and customer education, Sam shares what it takes to keep mega projects running smoothly—and why transportation is often the last thing customers think about (to their own detriment).

🔹 What a site liaison actually does—and why it’s critical
🔹 How ATS plans routes for 72-meter wind blades
🔹 The truth about what customers forget when planning large moves
🔹 Why communication is the backbone of project freight success
🔹 How pilot cars, drone scouts, and bucket trucks fit into the plan
🔹 Real-world stories of tight turns, low wires, and 3 a.m. moves
🔹 What’s changing in wind energy and data center logistics
🔹 How training, tech, and trust keep drivers safe and on schedule

If you’re a driver, shipper, or industry insider looking for the unfiltered truth about what’s happening on the road today, this episode is for you.

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The Fourth of July can create major disruptions across the supply chain—from driver availability and rate spikes to delivery delays and limited facility hours. In this episode of Beyond the Road, we break down everything shippers and drivers need to know to succeed during one of the busiest times of the summer.

🔹 What 4th of July means for freight capacity and volume surges
🔹 How to keep freight moving despite OD restrictions and tight driver availability
🔹 Best practices for shippers: scheduling flexibility, pre-holiday communication, and cost control
🔹 How dispatchers and drivers can plan smarter to ensure holiday home time
🔹 Real-life examples from ATS experts in flatbed, dry van, and logistics operations
🔹 Why early planning = fewer missed deliveries and lower rates

🎯 Whether you're a customer planning a critical shipment or a driver mapping your route home, this episode offers actionable advice to help everyone in the freight chain stay safe and efficient this Independence Day.

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In this episode of Beyond the Road, Justin Werner is joined by Reid Eggen (Corporate Pricing Manager) and Jason Wald (Network Development Manager) to break down the current state of the transportation industry as we move through 2025.

🔹 Flatbed and dry van market conditions: What’s rising and what’s struggling
🔹 How tariffs and global uncertainty are impacting freight volumes
🔹 What shippers are doing differently with contracts, bids, and budgeting
🔹 Why driver pay and fleet costs remain a major concern
🔹 Tips for drivers looking to maximize opportunities during the busy season
🔹 Real-world insights from internal ATS data and industry trends

Whether you're a shipper managing freight or a driver planning your miles, this conversation offers timely guidance for navigating today’s freight environment.

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What’s it really like moving freight in today’s trucking industry?

In this episode of Beyond the Road, veteran ATS driver Slade joins host Holly to talk about what it takes to stay successful behind the wheel in a changing freight market. From shifting freight lanes to tightening regulations, and from hauling wind energy components to dealing with glitchy safety tech, this episode dives into real-life experiences from the road.

🔹 Insights on staying profitable during market downturns
🔹 How wind energy projects are shifting freight demand
🔹 What it takes to haul massive wind blades across the country
🔹 The challenge of coordinating multi-state superloads
🔹 New English-language enforcement in Arkansas
🔹 Technology’s growing role—and frustration—in trucking
🔹 Tips for new drivers looking to build a sustainable career
🔹 Why keeping your truck moving is the key to success

If you’re a driver, shipper, or industry insider looking for the unfiltered truth about what’s happening on the road today, this episode is for you.

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