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On this episode of Freightonomics, Zach Strickland breaks down the latest macro indicators before bringing on Dr. Zac Rogers to unpack the Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) data for March. They compare today's logistics environment to the COVID-era peaks of March 2022, diving deep into the widening gap between transportation capacity and pricing. Zach also looks at the recent spikes in diesel and oil prices amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, and Dr. Rogers explains why global supply chains and ocean rates are proving much more resilient to these shocks than they were four years ago. Plus, a look at how historically lean inventories might be forcing the market to rethink its "Just-In-Time" strategies.

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Most truckers don’t go broke because they can’t find freight…they go broke because of one decision—and it can cost you $100,000 or more.On this episode of Brake Check, we break down the $100K mistake truckers keep making—and how to beat it.We kick things off with Purple Wave Auctions to talk about how smart operators are buying trucks the RIGHT way—without getting buried in payments or upside down before they even get rolling.Then we bring in Super Trucker Justin Martin to expose the truth behind lease purchase programs—how they work, why so many drivers fall for them, and why they can leave you stuck, stressed, and starting over. If you’re thinking about becoming an owner-operator… this is a MUST WATCH.

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In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam Wingfield sits down with Jorge Rivera, a longtime truck driver and DACA recipient caught in the middle of a growing regulatory battle. As new rules around non-domiciled CDLs take center stage, Jorge shares how drivers like him—fully vetted, experienced, and deeply rooted in the U.S.—are being unintentionally pushed out of the industry.From viral moments and real-world encounters to ongoing legal challenges, this conversation dives into the gap between policy and reality—and the human cost of being overlooked. Whether you’re a driver, carrier, or policymaker, this is a perspective you’re not hearing in the headlines.

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In today's episode, we cover the latest developments across air, sea, and rail freight, starting with a major breakthrough in the air cargo sector. We discuss how the Federal Aviation Administration has officially cleared the first-ever Boeing 777-200 passenger-to-freighter conversion, which will provide massive payload capacity and twin-engine fuel efficiency for operators.

Next, we shift our focus to the water, where ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have led to new security and transit tolls for commercial vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz. We analyze how these new transit levies could add $1 per barrel to crude oil, potentially triggering an aggressive spike in global diesel and bunker fuel prices for carriers already struggling with elevated war risk premiums.

Finally, we wrap up with a look at the East Coast, where a long-standing regulatory battle over intermodal rail access has reached a definitive conclusion. The Surface Transportation Board recently awarded Norfolk Southern control of a disputed port rail line, a move expected to streamline complex switching operations, eliminate redundant interchanges, and boost overall intermodal velocity.

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Buckle up for a massive Wednesday edition of What The Truck?!? with your hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent, MD (The Dude). We’re diving deep into the geopolitical ripples affecting oil, the ongoing crackdown on non-domiciled CDLs, and the future of medium-duty electrification.Description On Today’s Show:• Geopolitics & Oil Speculation: We break down the latest 4 PM deadline involving President Trump and Iran. Despite a two-week buffer for peace talks, we discuss why oil prices are moving 20% on “sentiment, fear, and tweets” rather than just infrastructure.• The CDL Crackdown: Jason McArthur from Lone Cypress Logistics joins us to discuss the “slow bleed” of driver capacity. With approximately 13,000 to 14,000 licenses already canceled in California and a potential 194,000 more at risk, we explore how this is driving up driver pay and straining produce season capacity.• A Shipbuilding Revival: President Trump’s proposed fiscal 2027 budget includes a 242% increase in naval shipbuilding. We look at the $65.8 billion set for battleships and submarines—and why only a fraction is trickling down to commercial port development.• The Future of Work Trucks: Fred DePerez, SVP at Harbinger, introduces the HC Series Cab. Learn how this “best-in-class” electric platform is taking on diesel competitors with better turning radius, payload, and price parity.• Oil Trading Insights: Baron Idriss Lamarre brings three decades of experience with Shell and ExxonMobil to explain why we should “separate the noise from the fundamental” in today’s energy market.

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