On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler take a joyride through the history of one of the world’s most beloved performance cars — the Volkswagen GTI — with award-winning automotive journalist Russell Hayes, author of The Complete Book of Volkswagen GTI: Every Model Since 1976.

Celebrating 50 years of the “original hot hatch,” Russell takes listeners behind the wheel of a true icon — from its humble beginnings as a backroom project to its status as a global symbol of affordable performance and driving fun. He discusses how the GTI evolved across eight generations, what makes each era distinct, and how it’s managed to stay relevant through decades of changing automotive trends.

Russell also dives into VW’s racing heritage, the engineering breakthroughs that shaped the GTI, and how models like the Scirocco, Corrado, and Golf R32 fit into the bigger picture of Volkswagen’s performance story. Whether you’re a lifelong GTI owner, a collector, or someone who just loves a great driving story, this is a conversation packed with insight, nostalgia, and speed.

The Complete Book of Volkswagen GTI: Every Model Since 1976 is available October 28, 2025, from Motorbooks and Quarto Publishing. Learn more here:

https://www.quarto.com/books/97807603...

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac are joined by Mike Lutzenkirchen, founder and executive director of the Lutzie 43 Foundation. Mike shares the inspiring story behind the foundation, created to honor the legacy of his late son, Philip Lutzenkirchen, a standout Auburn University football player.

Mike discusses his mission to end distracted, impaired, and unsafe driving, and how the Lutzie 43 Foundation has reached over 400,000 people through talks, Safe Driving Summits, and community outreach. He emphasizes the importance of creating a national responsible driving movement, recruiting everyone in the transportation industry to foster a safer culture on the roads. Listeners will hear how his personal journey transformed tragedy into a nationwide effort to inspire safe and sober driving.

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac are joined by Nancy O’Liddy, Executive Director of the National Industrial Transportation League (NITL). Nancy shares her insights on the transportation and supply chain industry, including the impact of the government shutdown on businesses, what the Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger means for shippers, and the effects of tariffs on U.S. businesses.

With over 25 years of association experience, Nancy has held leadership roles at the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) and the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), and began her career on Capitol Hill working for two Members of Congress. Her deep knowledge of government policy and the transportation industry provides listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing shippers and carriers today.

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Evelyn Carriere to explore the journey of cotton — from the boll to the bobbin. Evelyn shares how cotton is grown, harvested, and transformed into the textiles that make our everyday clothing, highlighting the vital role of logistics and trucking in getting products from farm to factory to consumer.

Evelyn is a disaster recovery and hazard mitigation professional who founded the Wharton County Recovery Team in Texas after Hurricane Harvey. Growing up in a rural community, she saw firsthand how essential truckers are in delivering aid when communities are cut off, often reaching areas before FEMA or the National Guard. Beyond her nonprofit work, Evelyn has conducted applied research in disaster mitigation at the University of New Orleans CHART and Stanford University, focusing on equitable evacuation strategies and community resilience. 

Through her experiences, she emphasizes that effective disaster response and recovery is fundamentally a logistics challenge, requiring coordination between public agencies, private industry, and local communities.

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Chris Orban, Co-Founder of JourneyTMS and longtime advocate for data-driven change in the trucking industry. With more than 20 years of experience leading innovation at companies like Qualcomm, Trimble, and Covenant Transportation Group, Chris brings a rare combination of analytics expertise and human insight to the world of trucking and logistics.

In this conversation, Chris and the hosts explore a topic that resonates with drivers everywhere — “It’s Not Just the Pay.” Chris emphasizes the importance of respecting drivers in a holistic way, acknowledging how both macroeconomic and day-to-day uncertainties affect the people who make their living on the road. They discuss how technology, leadership, and culture can work together to create a healthier, more sustainable trucking industry for everyone.

Learn more about JourneyTMS at https://journeytms.com

Connect with Chris Orban on LinkedIn:  / chris-orban-6a9129 

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On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), for an in-depth look at the newly released data from the groundbreaking Run on Less – Messy Middle experiment.

Mike shares early findings from the 14 participating trucks — covering diesel, natural gas, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains — and what this data means for the future of freight efficiency. The Run on Less program highlights the “messy middle” of fleet decarbonization, where fleets are adopting multiple technologies to balance sustainability, cost, and performance.

In the conversation, Mike and Jimmy dive into how each powertrain performed on real-world routes, the evolving role of renewable fuels, and how new innovations like 15L natural gas engines, fast-charging BEVs, and emerging hydrogen applications are shaping the trucking industry. Mike also shares how NACFE’s data collection — including over 20,000 miles of natural gas routes, BEVs covering over 5,000 miles on public charging, and diesel trucks averaging 11.6 MPG — is guiding fleets toward practical, informed adoption of cleaner technologies.

From range and refueling to cost, weight, and infrastructure challenges, this episode delivers insights straight from one of trucking’s most trusted research initiatives. For more on NACFE and the Run on Less – Messy Middle findings, visit:

https://www.nacfe.org

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with John Mahle, Senior Sales Executive at Triple T Transport, Inc. and host of the Stay In Your Lane Podcast. With decades of hands-on experience in freight brokering, sales, and transportation operations, John offers a unique perspective on the trucking industry and the ongoing conversation about driver shortages.

John emphasizes that there are more than enough CDL holders to fill open seats in the industry. Instead of a shortage, the real challenge may lie in the quality of the workplace, including management practices, company culture, and driver support. He shares insights on locating new clients, building long-term relationships with carriers, training and development, and consulting strategies that help both drivers and companies thrive.

Learn more about Triple T Transport, Inc.: https://www.triplettransport.com

Check out the Stay In Your Lane Podcast:    / @stayinyourlanepodcast7751 

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In this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome veteran journalist and broadcaster Dan Ronan for an inside look at one of the biggest trucking industry debates currently lighting up social media — Craig Fuller vs. The ATA. With over 30 years of award-winning experience in journalism, including his work with Transport Topics, CNN, CBS News, and WTOP-FM, Dan brings a balanced and deeply informed perspective to the conversation.

Before diving into the trucking headlines, the crew takes a moment to talk about one of the greatest World Series matchups ever. Then, Dan unpacks the recent back-and-forth between FreightWaves founder Craig Fuller and the American Trucking Associations (ATA), exploring what it says about the industry’s current climate, leadership, and direction.

Tune in for an expert’s take on the story that has everyone in trucking talking — plus a few laughs, insights, and hard truths from one of the most respected voices in transportation journalism.

Learn more about Dan Ronan on LinkedIn:  / danronan1  

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac are joined by Scott Luton, Founder, CEO, and host of Supply Chain Now, the #1 voice in the global supply chain industry. Scott shares his deep expertise from over 20 years of experience in end-to-end supply chain operations, insights that have been featured in major publications like The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and CNN.

The conversation kicks off with Scott explaining the Hollywood Supply Chain and how he got an up-close look at the logistics behind major productions. He also discusses fascinating supply chain data nuggets and shares his experience working with a remarkable truck driver named "L.A." who helped make the Hollywood supply chain run smoothly in Atlanta.

Scott highlights the growing importance of global supply chain collaboration, the role of technology and data in streamlining operations, and why strong partnerships between drivers, carriers, and shippers are essential. He also touches on the veteran community and how his experience in the United States Air Force continues to shape his leadership and industry contributions.

Learn more about Scott Luton and Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com

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YouTube:   / @supplychainnow 

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Fraudsters beware! On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Danielle Spinelli, better known across the industry as “The Fraud Girl.”

Danielle is a trusted fraud fighter, carrier vetting expert, and host of the “Tell Me Everything” podcast. Recently honored with the 2024 Women in Logistics Award, she’s made it her mission to expose freight fraud, theft, and scams that cost the trucking industry millions every year.

In this conversation, Danielle breaks down what carriers, brokers, and drivers need to know to protect themselves — and shares insights from her work at Descartes – MyCarrierPortal | MacroPoint.

Learn more:

LinkedIn:  / daniellespinelli11 

Website: https://MyCarrierPortal.com

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