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In this episode, we dive into technology’s role in security. Our guest, Mike Grabovica, Co-Founder and CEO of Birdseye Security, breaks down how technology can improve security features within a yard or organization. For more information subscribe to ⁠Check Call the newsletter⁠ or the podcast.

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On this FreightWaves morning minute, hear updates on a major labor dispute and a system outage impacting the logistics sector. A lengthy ⁠Teamsters strike against 10 Roads Express may be nearing an end⁠ after several months of negotiations. A representative from Teamsters Local 79 in Tampa, Florida, indicated that talks are in the final stages of settlement for the walkout, which began in February and involved over 500 Teamster drivers across 10 states for the U.S. Postal Service contract carrier. 

Additionally, ⁠United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) was hit with a cyberattack⁠ over the weekend, causing some of its systems to be temporarily taken offline. The wholesale food distributor reported finding unauthorized activity and has notified law enforcement, with social media showing that receivers were unable to scan delivered goods since Sunday. 

In Canada, ⁠DHL Express locked out 2,100 delivery drivers, warehouse workers, and customer service personnel⁠ on Sunday due to a failure to reach a collective bargaining agreement. While DHL states it has activated contingency plans and anticipates no significant service disruptions, this situation adds to existing parcel uncertainty in Canada, including issues with Canada Post. 

Looking ahead, FreightWaves TV offers ⁠Loaded and Rolling⁠ with Thomas Wasson, and you can register for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit on July 23rd⁠. Furthermore, an in-person ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium⁠ is scheduled for July 30th in Washington D.C. at the Spy Museum.

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On Episode 847 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a cyberattack that currently has truckers stuck at United Natural Foods (UNFI), one of America’s largest food distributors. How much will it hurt the food supply chain?

Autonomous Waymos are being exploited in Los Angeles by protesters who summon them then set them on fire. We’ll look at whether autonomous trucks will be exploitable in the future. 

According to CargoNet, freight thefts were up 27% from 2023 to 2024. Tive’s Richie Daigle stops by the studio to talk about how the company’s trackers are recovering stolen loads.

Train travel has really fallen off this century, but a new company has eyes on making it great again. Dreamliner’s Joshua Dominic tells us about a luxury overnight train from Los Angeles to San Francisco that the company plans to launch prior to the 2028 Olympics.

Plus, FMCSA ends DEI rules for CDLs; project44’s ambitious new plan; and more. 

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, ⁠trucking and transportation jobs have surged above last year's figures⁠ for the first time since April of 2023. However, an independent economist is wary, suggesting this number might be "more noise than signal" amid ongoing policy uncertainties.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is rolling out a significant ⁠$89.4 million in grants aimed at boosting commercial driver's license programs⁠. The application requirements have been streamlined by removing diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates, refocusing funds squarely on safety improvements and compliance with federal regulations.

In ocean freight news, ⁠rates have soared by an astonishing 88% on trans-Pacific routes⁠ as shippers respond to a temporary freeze in US-China tariffs. Analysts anticipate this surge to be short-lived, primarily driven by businesses rushing to capitalize on the tariff hiatus before capacity normalizes.

Looking ahead, make sure to catch What the Truck?!? live at noon on FreightWaves TV for updates with Tim Dooner, with a replay available on SiriusXM channel 146. Also, mark your calendars for the ⁠Enterprise Fleet Summit on July 23rd⁠ and the ⁠Supply Chain AI Symposium on July 30th in Washington D.C.⁠, with free registration available online.

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In this episode, we dive into the market updates for the cold chain as well as new innovations in the space. Our guest Thomas Wasson, trucking analyst at FreightWaves joins us to break down trade show season and the other side of produce season woes. For more information subscribe to ⁠Running on Ice the newsletter⁠ or podcast.

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On Episode 846 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the news that broke that internet: the Trump versus Elon feud. Musk now says Trump’s tariffs will cause a recession this year. What does the falling out mean for freight? We’ll take a look.

With over 30% of truckers identifying as gamers, is the Switch 2 their new lifeline from boredom during layovers? Is it good for the kids, the dads and the Chads? Dooner has his sons help him review Nintendo’s latest console release.

Big news out of Truckstop as Kendra Tucker steps down as CEO. The company’s founder returns to the CEO desk. Is the loadboard headed toward founder mode? 

We’ll take a look at trucking and tariffs north of the border with Luka Korosec, president at 1% Logistics.

Loadsmart COO Geoff Kelley on how to scale a world-class freight brokerage. 

Plus, are port futbol teams any good?

Chapters

1:52 Switch 2 review | The Dooner Boys

14:51 Elon v Trump

19:40 Truckstop shakeup

21:35 How to scale a world-class brokerage | Geoff Kelley

29:32 Port futbol teams

31:17 Canadian trucking | Luka Korosec

35:44 Load security | Luka Korosec

39:35 Tariffs and markets | Luka Korosec

Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.

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Zach and Thomas Wasson discuss the latest Logistics Managers’ Index report and how the ongoing trade war is impacting supply chains.

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Buffalo is growing again! Tom Kucharski, President and CEO of Invest Buffalo Niagara, tells JP about the long road to reindustrializing the Buffalo - Niagara region, including the Micron 'megafab' semiconductor plant currently under construction.

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This week on The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Rahmel Wattley—founder of Truck N’ Hustle, creator of FreightFest, and one of the most influential voices in trucking media. Rahmel shares how he went from driver recruiting to building a movement, what he’s learned from interviewing hundreds of industry leaders, and how small carriers can tap into the power of storytelling, strategy, and community to grow with purpose. We dive into the real struggles owner-operators face, what it takes to stand out in today’s market, and why brand matters more now than ever. If you’re trying to scale your business—or your voice—this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

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