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Fleet operators looking to decarbonize are often forced to choose between complex or expensive options that may result in operational headaches. One startup is looking to accelerate decarbonization of commercial transportation by seamlessly integrating efficiency-building technology into the trailer. Ali Javidan, CEO of Range Energy, joins the show today to share how the smart, electrified trailer platform that he and his team are building can reduce fuel use and emissions by over 40%.

Range Energy (Range) accelerates the electrification of commercial transportation via powered trailers for the heavy duty truck market. With a solution that can easily hook up to any tow vehicle, Range’s powered trailers can rapidly ease the transition to electrification and meet its commercial partners’ immediate needs and long-term ambitions. Range was founded in 2021 and is led by a team with deep EV industry expertise from Tesla, Zoox, Honda, and more. The company is backed by leading investors including UP Partners, R7, Yamaha Motor Ventures, and more.

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In this episode, we explore the importance of temperature control in transporting critical medical supplies and liquid biopsies. Our expert guests, Dr. Cliff Glade and Dr. Robert Di Loreto will share insights on the specific challenges involved in shipping these sensitive materials and how the industry is evolving to meet those challenges. From the latest advancements in temperature monitoring technology to best practices for maintaining the integrity of these delicate shipments. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.

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On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the state of cybersecurity with The Cybersecurity Studio’s co-founder Ben Bellamy. We’ll find out just how vulnerable our supply chains are.

Able Transport Solutions founder Liz Wayne went from accidentally walking into this business to building an amazing brokerage. We’ll hear about her career journey and learn why she loves ugly freight.

Then it’s a double dose of WHAT THE TRIVIA as Zuum Apps’ Mustafa Azizi, Jacobs’ Delaina Morse and EXO Freight’s Jake McLeod test their logistics knowledge in the greatest supply chain trivia game known to mankind. 

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Radford University's Zach Collier provides an update on the semiconductor industry and shortages of chips that roiled the global economy during the pandemic. We learn about the key players, how supply chains have healed and new U.S. policies to better control this key technology and avoid future shortages that could harm the economy and national security. 

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Grace Sharkey chats with West Central Motor Freight managing partner Gregory Grimes to discuss the strategies behind servicing the automotive market. Grimes explains how one of the oldest freight brokerages in the United States leverages technology and its human capital to tackle shipping difficulties.

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NATSO is the trade group representing truck stop owners. And at an association like that, supply of diesel is always a focus. David Faikov joins editor at large John Kingston to discuss various policies under consideration in Washington regarding alternative fuels that might spill back into impacting the supply of diesel. Faikov is the head of government affairs for both NATSO and the Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America, whose membership often overlaps.

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FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel and Joanna Marsh interview Daniel Elliott, Principal of GKC Law and former Chairman of the US Surface Transportation Board, the independent agency that economically regulates the freight railroads.  

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Jeremy Reymer, CEO & Founder of DriverReach, is joined by a woman who’s made significant history in the trucking industry - Amy Boerger, Vice President and General Manager at Cummins. Remember you can submit any questions or comments, including those which may appear on upcoming Deeper Dive segments - at [email protected]. And don’t forget to rate and review Taking the Hire Road on whatever platform you listen on!

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As we've said, fuel buying is often a forgotten stepchild in a fleet organization. Here are ideas to change that around.

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 Anthony and Zach discuss whether or not there are any signs of a return to seasonal patterns after a relatively uneventful winter. 

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