Amazon’s LTL Play, Robot Warehouses & the Broker Liability Shake-Up

Amazon’s LTL Play, Robot Warehouses & the Broker Liability Shake-Up

On this episode of What the Truck?!, Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down Amazon’s latest logistics moves—from expanding warehouse robotics across Europe to officially entering the less-than-truckload (LTL) market. What does increased automation mean for workers, shippers, and the future of supply chains? The duo also dives into a growing crackdown on customs fraud, exploring how whistleblowers, tariff enforcement, and the False Claims Act are reshaping international trade. Plus, they unpack rising ocean freight rates, resilient container volumes despite geopolitical disruptions, and what the latest trade data may be signaling for freight markets. Later, Gary Cornelius, VP of Business Development at TCW, joins the show to discuss the industry implications of the Montgomery decision, broker liability, carrier vetting, and what could come next as litigation and regulation continue to evolve. Then, Quarterhill CEO Chuck Myers stops by to talk about the technology powering the transportation infrastructure that keeps freight moving every day. Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVi2PdlRdiSqmJsM01U1gwAfc_y75q_PW] Visit our sponsor - KOONER FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS [https://koonerfms.com/] Subscribe to the WTT newsletter [https://www.freightwaves.com/wtt] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-truck/id1357715797] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5X1AlbXLIKJAwwwA059sVd?si=bGt9JO4TRaG3aAcyz-UaxA] More FreightWaves Podcasts [https://www.freightwaves.com/podcasts] #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

The $4.5M "Newport" Crime Ring and the Wildest Traffic Jam in Logistics History

Welcome to a packed Monday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, hosted by Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent! In this episode, we dive deep into a multi-state cargo theft operation that recently led to eight indictments in New York after diverting $4.5 million worth of freight—ranging from beef and copper to massive hauls of cigarettes. Michael also shares a frustrating personal story about the disappearing security of airport valet tickets after his $3,000 Martin guitar vanished on a direct flight. On a brighter note, we highlight the Broker Carrier Summit’s exciting launch of the "Veterans in Logistics" initiative in Kansas City, naming John Tozer to lead the charge in connecting military veterans with great careers in transportation. Our first featured guest is small business credit fintech guru Gerri Detweiler, who explains why owner-operators must treat their business credit with the same urgency as their next load. Gerri breaks down how business credit reports are compiled behind the scenes by bureaus like Dun & Bradstreet, Experian, and Equifax to influence lenders, fuel card issuers, and insurance companies. Closing out the show is Aqil Naeem, founder and CEO of the e three group, the first AI transformation partner for middle-market and enterprise freight companies. Aqil explains that as traditional cybersecurity improves, sophisticated bad actors are pivoting to physical cargo theft because defenses in logistics haven't kept pace. Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVi2PdlRdiSqmJsM01U1gwAfc_y75q_PW] Visit our sponsor - KOONER FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS [https://koonerfms.com/] Subscribe to the WTT newsletter [https://www.freightwaves.com/wtt] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-truck/id1357715797] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5X1AlbXLIKJAwwwA059sVd?si=bGt9JO4TRaG3aAcyz-UaxA] More FreightWaves Podcasts [https://www.freightwaves.com/podcasts] #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Why Professional Drivers Are Demanding MORE In-Cab Surveillance

Welcome to a Friday edition of What the Truck, hosted by Malcolm Harris! In this episode, Malcolm is joined by his co-host, Michael "The Dude" Vincent, to break down the latest news shaking up the logistics world and talk to the experts navigating the future of the supply chain. From the rollout headaches of the FMCSA’s new Modus registration system to a deep dive into how AI is shifting from hype to a full-on survival tool in the nuclear verdict era—we’re covering it all. Plus, we explore how one trucking school is completely redefining what it means to prepare the next generation of drivers for the realities of the road. Johan Land, Chief Product Officer at Samsara joins the show to talk about moving past AI hype, using data for proactive maintenance, optimizing routes, and why cameras are protecting professional drivers from nuclear verdicts. Dusty Kushard, Director of Training at the Missouri Trucking School explains how they are moving beyond standard testing to give students live-load warehouse experience, CAT scale training, and high-tech simulation for worst-case scenarios like steer-tire blowouts. Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVi2PdlRdiSqmJsM01U1gwAfc_y75q_PW] Visit our sponsor - KOONER FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS [https://koonerfms.com/] Subscribe to the WTT newsletter [https://www.freightwaves.com/wtt] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-truck/id1357715797] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5X1AlbXLIKJAwwwA059sVd?si=bGt9JO4TRaG3aAcyz-UaxA] More FreightWaves Podcasts [https://www.freightwaves.com/podcasts] #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Why Automated Shippers Are About to Savage Pre-Smartphone Brokerages

Host Malcolm Harris rides "solo dolo" for a jam-packed Wednesday edition of What the Truck, touted as the fastest 45 minutes in freight. The episode covers breaking logistics headlines and features two insightful interviews focused on the future of freight technology, automation, and the operational realities of electric trucking. • Global X Airlines Dispute: A look into an unusual internal battle where the airline has accused a shareholder of actively working against its growing cargo operations. • CDL Updates in Texas and Ohio: Texas has resumed issuing non-domiciled Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) to temporary H-2A agricultural farmworkers following federal approval. Ohio is reviewing roughly 5,000 nonresidential CDLs to ensure compliance with strict new federal standards and verification practices. Travis Rhyan joins Malcolm in-studio to share lessons from his extensive background in FreightTech and discuss why he left his executive role at MyCarrier to build Carrier1 from scratch. Travis explains that carriers have historically been underserved by technology, noting that a shocking percentage still rely on outdated legacy systems (like IBM mainframes from 1995) or no TMS at all. His mission is to bring automation to carriers to ultimately eliminate the chaotic web of emails and phone calls for brokers. Joining the show from Berlin, Germany, Manhattan-native Graham Major-Ex explains how Sennder has become a top-five full-truckload freight forwarder in Europe (generating $1 billion in revenue) through strategic acquisitions like Uber Freight Europe and C.H. Robinson's European surface transport division.  Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVi2PdlRdiSqmJsM01U1gwAfc_y75q_PW] Visit our sponsor - KOONER FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS [https://koonerfms.com/] Subscribe to the WTT newsletter [https://www.freightwaves.com/wtt] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-truck/id1357715797] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5X1AlbXLIKJAwwwA059sVd?si=bGt9JO4TRaG3aAcyz-UaxA] More FreightWaves Podcasts [https://www.freightwaves.com/podcasts] #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

C.H. Robinson’s Massive Carrier Purge: “Caught with Their Hands in the Cookie Jar”?

Welcome to a Monday edition of What the Truck! Hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael “The Dude” Vincent are kicking off the month with an action-packed show breaking down the biggest headlines in freight including The massive border disruption as 3,200 truckers lose their US visas over cabotage violations, and CH Robinson purging carriers over safety scores, the reality of AI in fleet tech, and upcoming supply chain events you don’t want to miss. Joe Feeney, President of the Chattanooga Supply Chain Association (& Taimen Transport), hits the studio to talk about leading the local logistics community, playing ice hockey for the UT Ice Vols, and their upcoming annual Golf Tournament on June 26th! Charles Kriete, CEO of Zonar, joins the show to separate AI hype from reality. Learn how fleets are using video telematics for risk mitigation, pushing AI to the edge in truck cabs, and why technological shifts historically create more jobs (Jevons Paradox). Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVi2PdlRdiSqmJsM01U1gwAfc_y75q_PW] Visit our sponsor - KOONER FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS [https://koonerfms.com/] Subscribe to the WTT newsletter [https://www.freightwaves.com/wtt] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-truck/id1357715797] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5X1AlbXLIKJAwwwA059sVd?si=bGt9JO4TRaG3aAcyz-UaxA] More FreightWaves Podcasts [https://www.freightwaves.com/podcasts] #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]