The truck parking issue is not just an inconvenience; it's costing the industry $100 billion annually in lost productivity. In this episode of RoadSigns, co-host Seth Clevenger sits down with Reed Loustalot, chief marketing officer of Truck Parking Club, to explore how a combination of public funding and private innovation can finally ease this persistent pain point for drivers. Recorded live at IANA's 2025 Intermodal Expo, this conversation reveals surprising insights from a groundbreaking study by industry economist Noël Perry. Whether you're a driver struggling to find safe parking, a fleet manager looking for retention tools or simply interested in supply chain efficiency, this episode offers practical solutions to one of trucking's most stubborn challenges. Tune in to discover how better parking access can reduce driver stress, improve freight movement and boost productivity. For more episode information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-can-public-and-private-investments-ease-the-truck-parking-crunch/ This episode is sponsored by Chevron Delo® (https://www.chevronlubricants.com/) How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When trucks stop, business stops. Every breakdown and delay has a ripple effect across America's supply chain. So, what's holding your fleet back from maximizing uptime? In this episode of RoadSigns, co-host Mike Freeze sits down with Cox Automotive's Matt Trapp (VP of Operations) and Alex Fraser (VP of FleetNet) to unpack the evolving challenges of fleet management and discuss how advanced technologies are shaping the future of maintenance. From the difference between preventive and reactive maintenance to the role of AI and telematics, find out how leading operators are leveraging data and analytics to fill gaps in fleet maintenance and boost uptime. Tune in and learn how to turn your maintenance challenges into competitive advantages. Learn more: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-can-smarter-maintenance-data-and-technology-transform-fleet-management/ This episode is sponsored by Cox Automotive. Visit https://www.coxautoinc.com/ for more information. How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your trucking business could raise the bar for fuel efficiency and make better fleet management decisions through smarter cruise control? With freight rates depressed and carriers surviving on thin margins, every opportunity to enhance fleet efficiency has become even more important. One such opportunity is intelligent cruise control that combines adaptive and predictive capabilities with real-time data to squeeze more efficiency from existing operations. In this episode, Tim Bauer, global aftermarket vice president at Eaton’s Mobility Group, walks us through the evolution of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and their growing impact on commercial trucking. From fuel efficiency and driver variability to sustainability pressures and tight profit margins, tune in to learn how you can make your fleet work smarter. For more information, visit roadsigns.ttnews.com This episode is sponsored by Fullbay (fullbay.com) How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After four decades of providing software to the trucking industry, McLeod is now integrating artificial intelligence into its transportation management systems for carriers and brokers. But, as generative AI tools flood the market and numerous tech startups promise to revolutionize freight operations, transportation companies need more than just buzzwords and promises. In this episode, co-host Seth Clevenger sits down with McLeod Software CEO Tom McLeod at the company's 2025 user conference to answer the question: How is McLeod incorporating AI into trucking software in ways that actually work for carriers and brokers navigating today's challenging freight market? Tune in as we unpack the company's strategy for bringing emerging technologies into the systems that keep the industry moving. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-is-mcleod-incorporating-ai-into-trucking-software/ This episode is sponsored by DMC Insurance. How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The intermodal industry stands at a fascinating crossroads where cutting-edge technology meets fundamental infrastructure. While containers and chassis might seem like straightforward equipment, recent innovations are transforming them into smart, connected assets that could streamline how freight moves across America. From domestically manufactured containers with enhanced capacity to chassis that automatically connect to tractors in seconds, the evolution happening right now raises the question: Are we witnessing the early stages of a fully connected intermodal ecosystem, where containers, chassis and tractors communicate and operate in an increasingly automated fashion? Recorded live at IANA's 2025 Intermodal Expo in Long Beach, California, host Seth Clevenger is joined by Jeremy Sanders, chief commercial officer, and Pat Gunn, vice president of sales, of Stoughton Trailers to discuss the future of intermodal equipment. Tune in to find out how the latest innovations are likely to impact your operations.   For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/what-did-iana-expo-reveal-about-the-future-of-intermodal-equipment/   This episode is sponsored by Fullbay. Visit fullbay.com/transport   How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link   Follow the RoadSigns X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/  For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's volatile freight market, uncertainty has become the only constant. As tariffs shift overnight, cargo theft grows more sophisticated and AI disrupts traditional operations, how can transportation leaders stay ahead of the curve? Recorded live from IANA's 2025 Intermodal Expo in Long Beach, California, this episode sees host Seth Clevenger sit down with two industry leaders navigating these turbulent times: Brian Kobza, chief commercial officer at IMC Logistics, and Maneet Singh, chief information officer at Odyssey Logistics. From combatting cyber fraud to harnessing AI for smarter supply chain decisions, they reveal the strategies separating companies that merely survive from those that thrive. Tune in now to find out how to make adaptability your competitive advantage. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-can-fleets-3pls-successfully-navigate-uncertainty/   How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/  For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an industry commonly perceived as behind the curve, artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize how transportation companies operate from the maintenance bay to the driver's seat. And, as adoption rates increase, fleet managers must ask themselves: can your company afford to ignore AI technology at the risk of losing ground to your competition? Or when it could mean the difference between razor-thin margins and real profitability? In this episode, Rocco Marrari, Vice President of Sales at Pedigree Technologies, joins host Michael Freeze fresh from the TMC Fall Super Tech competition to discuss how AI is transforming fleet planning from reactive to proactive. Discover how predictive maintenance and AI-driven solutions are not just changing how technicians work, but also improving driver retention, customer satisfaction and your bottom line. Tune in.   For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/can-your-fleet-afford-to-ignore-ai/   This episode is sponsored by Chevron Delo® (https://www.chevronlubricants.com/)   How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join the RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/    For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the past three years, increasingly tight margins have put more pressure on fleet operators to optimize operations and boost efficiency. However, the cost to invest in new technologies and workflow automation has historically been greater than many carriers can manage. Looking forward, how can artificial intelligence bridge the technology gap between enterprise fleets and mid-size carriers? In this episode, host Seth Clevenger is joined by CEO Mark Hill and CPO Danielle Villegas of PCS Software to discuss their ambitious new AI engine, Cortex, designed specifically to level the playing field for mid-sized carriers who've watched enterprise fleets dominate with cutting-edge technology. From recommendations for route planning to automating load creation, tune in to find out how artificial intelligence can transform daily operations and help your fleet find its competitive edge. BONUS! This new special report explains how AI is transforming freight operations by automating routine tasks and reallocating workers to focus on exception management. Download for free now.  [https://www.ttnews.com/whitepaper/beyond-automation-how-ai-elevates-creativity-and-strategy]   For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-can-mid-size-carriers-harness-the-power-of-ai/ This episode is sponsored by PCS Software [https://pcssoft.com/]   Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/  For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode, Seth Clevenger and TT’s features coordinator, Mike Senatore, offer an inside look at the creation of the 2025 Top 100 Private Carriers list, discussing key takeaways, trends and changes in the industry. How have the most successful private carriers adapted to tariff-driven volatility and global trade uncertainty? What do notable newcomers to the list tell us about the competitive landscape of private carriers? From Walmart's continued reign at the top to major mergers and acquisitions, discover what the latest data reveals about private fleet operations across food service, retail, energy and other sectors. Whether you're benchmarking against competitors or tracking operational trends, this episode delivers the intelligence you need to stay ahead in a fast-paced industry. Tune in!   For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/inside-the-rankings-2025s-top-100-private-carriers/   This episode is sponsored by Great Dane. Visit https://greatdane.com/   How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/  For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The future of trucking is closer than you think. From Norwegian quarries to Texas highways, autonomous truck operations are steadily moving from the testing and development phase toward commercial deployment. How have truck manufacturers, tech developers and motor carriers partnered to advance self-driving technology? What roadblocks remain in the path to commercial adoption? In this episode, Nils Jaeger, president of Volvo Autonomous Solutions, breaks down the technology and innovation behind Volvo’s autonomous truck business. Looking ahead, how will autonomous trucks fit into freight operations? Rather than replacing human drivers, Jaeger argues that self-driving trucks will complement the industry’s workforce as freight demand grows. Tune in to make sure you’re ready for trucking’s changing landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Assisted by maturing technologies like artificial intelligence, the transportation industry has quietly become one of the most tech-forward spaces. While generating massive amounts of data every second, AI presents unprecedented opportunities for optimization. How can fleets of all sizes translate data into insights?    AI-platforms, like Catalyst AI, are helping fleets evolve past data collection and management to data analysis and decision-making.   In this episode, co-host Michael Freeze speaks with Tim Haynes, vice president of digital and customer data at Penske Transportation Solutions, to share how AI is being applied to fleet management, from predictive maintenance to route optimization. Tune in to learn how AI is driving better outcomes in transportation.    For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-are-ai-data-driven-insights-transforming-fleet-management-operations/   This episode is sponsored by https://www.gopenske.com/   How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns - X/Twitter: ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: roadsignspodcast   Join RoadSigns mailing list: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/  For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

About half the largest for-hire carriers in North America experienced revenue declines last year — a stark sign of ongoing weakness in the freight market. In this episode, we go beyond the numbers in TT’s newly released 2025 Top 100 For-Hire Carriers list to reveal what’s really happening in trucking today. Which companies grew despite the downturn? Which fell off the list altogether? And, what does the implementation of steeper tariffs mean for the future of supply chains and fleet strategy? Host Seth Clevenger and features coordinator Mike Senatore unpack the trends, surprises and shake-ups that define this year's rankings. If you want to understand how market headwinds and shifting trade policy are reshaping the industry, this is the episode for you. Tune in. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/inside-the-rankings-2025s-top-100-for-hire-carriers This episode is sponsored by https://www.cummins.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an industry where timing can mean everything, how do fleet operators make smart decisions about buying and selling trucks amid regulatory shifts, trade tensions, and economic uncertainty? As new emissions rules take shape and the freight market continues to wobble, choosing when—and how—to replace equipment could make or break your bottom line. What’s the true cost of waiting too long… or jumping in too soon? In this episode, we speak with three experts from Transport Enterprise Leasing to uncover actionable strategies for navigating today’s volatile market. From acquiring new trucks to maximizing resale value, this conversation reveals the insights fleet leaders need to stay competitive—and stay ahead. Tune in. BONUS! Learn how smart fleets maximize used truck resale value with strategic timing, targeted marketing, and cost-effective reconditioning—get the full playbook here: https://www.ttnews.com/whitepaper/strategic-playbook-selling-used-commercial-trucks For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/what-are-the-smartest-strategies-for-buying-and-selling-fleet-vehicles/ This episode is sponsored by https://greatdane.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This year’s rising tariffs and shifting trade policies have put cross-border freight in the spotlight. But what happens when politics meet logistics at the U.S. borders? And how can technology keep freight flowing through the uncertainty? In this episode, Matt Silver, CEO of Cargado, joins us to explore how AI, data, and smarter platforms are reshaping cross-border shipping. As nearshoring surges and United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) faces review, understanding these dynamics has never been more important. Whether you’re a broker, carrier, or supply chain strategist, this episode offers insight into what’s next for North American trade—and why getting it right now matters for the years ahead. Tune in. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/how-are-tariffs-and-technology-changing-cross-border-freight/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.gopenske.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Got trailer trouble? As fleets push for efficiency and uptime, trailer maintenance is becoming mission-critical — but could small oversights be creating big risks for your operation? In this episode, guest Justin Olsen, Maintenance Director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance, and safety. From greasing solutions and idle trailer inspections to warranty red flags and the tech training gap, we unpack the challenges and strategies shaping trailer upkeep today. Tune in. For more information visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episode/can-better-maintenance-boost-your-bottom-line/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.cummins.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In trucking, routine communication—like check calls, load updates, and document tracking—can consume hours of back-office time. Now, agentic AI is being used to automate these repetitive tasks across voice, text, and email. But how does this technology actually function in real-world freight operations, and what impact could it have on logistics teams? Could it help reduce workload—or introduce new complexities? In this episode, host Seth Clevenger speaks with Brian Work, President of CloneOps.ai, to explore where AI agents fit into today’s supply chain workflows and what they might mean for the future of trucking operations. Tune in.     BONUS! This printable special report shows how logistics teams can cut through the AI clutter by focusing on tools that solve real operational problems, fit existing workflows, and deliver measurable results. Download for free now.  For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/where-will-ai-agents-fit-into-logistics-operations/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.cloneops.ai/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleaner trucking is not a question of if — but how. And the answer might lie in an engine platform that can adapt to many different fuel options. In this episode, host Mike Freeze talks with Jim Nebergall, Executive Director of Market Strategy at Cummins, about a bold new direction in powertrain design: fuel-agnostic engines. Built to adapt to multiple fuel types — from natural gas to hydrogen — these engines aim to cut emissions without sacrificing the performance fleets rely on. It’s a big promise. But can one platform really meet the competing demands of cost, power and infrastructure? Nebergall explains how Cummins’ HELM platform is challenging old assumptions about what an engine can — and should — do. If you're weighing the future of your fleet, this conversation could change your route. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/what-do-the-first-driverless-truck-operations-in-texas-mean-for-the-future-of-freight/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.cummins.com/engines/on-highway/heavy-duty-truck/2027-x15?utm_campaign=ebu-na-onhwy-epa2027_x15&utm_medium=display&utm_source=transporttopics&utm_content=x15-podcast_tomorrows_road_30s-audio-learnmore&sfid= How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self-driving truck developer Aurora launched its first driverless commercial freight operations in Texas on April 27, achieving a widely anticipated milestone in autonomous truck deployment. Aurora has since returned human observers to the driver’s seat in its self-driving trucks at the request of its manufacturing partner Paccar Inc., serving as a reminder of the development and integration work that still lies ahead for this technology. So what does this latest breakthrough really mean for the trucking industry? In this episode, we’re joined by Robert Brown, vice president of business development at self-driving truck startup Bot Auto, to break down the state of autonomous trucking today — and where it’s headed. Whether you're a shipper, fleet operator, or simply curious about how autonomy could reshape supply chains, we explore Texas’s role as the incubation zone for this technology, the potential for a transportation-as-a-service model, and why the year 2027 is shaping up to be a turning point for wide-scale deployment. Tune in. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/what-do-the-first-driverless-truck-operations-in-texas-mean-for-the-future-of-freight/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.gopenske.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At ACT Expo 2025, one thing was clear: the trucking industry’s energy transition will be even more dynamic and unpredictable than previously expected. In this episode, Transport Topics’ Seth Clevenger, Michael Freeze and Keiron Greenhalgh break down what we learned on the ground in Anaheim. From the ongoing market rollout of a 15-liter natural gas engine to the introduction of new battery-electric truck models, clean tech is advancing fast. Yet fleets still face significant hurdles related to infrastructure, cost and a changing regulatory environment. How will tariffs, shifting emissions rules and policy uncertainty shape the future of trucking equipment and technology? Get those insights straight from the front lines of clean transportation. Tune in. For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/what-did-act-expo-2025-tell-us-about-truckings-road-to-sustainability/ This episode is sponsored by https://greatdane.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, host Seth Clevenger and Transport Topics’ Mike Senatore dive into how the logistics industry is balancing modest growth with major challenges—from rapidly shifting trade policies under the Trump administration to the strategic moves reshaping freight. They unpack key mergers, like RXO’s purchase of Coyote Logistics and DSV's planned acquisition of DB Schenker, and examine what these changes mean for the broader 3PL landscape. Plus, a closer look at sector-specific trends affecting freight brokers, freight forwarders, warehousing providers and dedicated contract carriers. Tune in.     For more information: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/episodes/inside-the-rankings-2025s-top-logistics-companies/ This episode is sponsored by https://www.cummins.com/ How'd we do? Give us your listening experience feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE2YN79GA4zB5BdD7qJoL11xYEqrVrXpZcwhARZgY03D9ntA/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the RoadSigns: Twitter: @ttroadsigns LinkedIn: RoadSignspodcast Instagram: @roadsignspodcast Join RoadSigns mailing list: roadsigns.ttnews.com/join-the-mailing-list/ For sponsorship and guest inquires please visit: https://roadsigns.ttnews.com/roadsigns-contact/ For RoadSigns extended cuts visit: https://pages.ttnews.com/RS-Bonus-Content-Archive.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=extended-cuts-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices