WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Welcome back to What The Truck! In today's jam-packed Friday episode, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent dive into currency fluctuations, cutting-edge AI technology, and the evolving landscape of fleet telematics with three expert guests: Juan Perez, Senior Director of Trading at Monex USA: Juan breaks down why recent central bank rate hikes aren't automatically strengthening currencies and explains how foreign exchange swings quietly eat away at freight and shipper margins. He shares why companies shouldn't attempt to predict central bank moves, what FX hedging actually accomplishes, and the essential steps CFOs must take to manage currency risks. Alex Pugachov, VP of Growth and Communication at OVN LLC: Alex introduces Verilane—the AI-powered carrier qualification system developed in-house by OVN for its fleet of over 1,300 cargo vans. He details how the system verifies insurance directly with providers, reads entire driver files, and maintains continuous qualification. Plus, he covers how cutting onboarding time in half creates a better experience for owner-operators. Steve Schwindt, Vice President of Product Management at SambaSafety: Steve breaks down key takeaways from SambaSafety's 2026 Telematics Report. He addresses why so many fleets are drowning in data, how to bridge the gap between collecting data and using it for driver coaching, how telematics integrates with CSA compliance, and where AI fits into predicting risk before incidents occur. Plus, the hosts break down the latest news headlines, including comments on English proficiency rules, J.B. Hunt's Q3 earnings, and a major fraud verdict out of Wyoming. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP.COM Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this update edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down the latest supply chain news, major legal cases, and safety updates affecting the freight industry. The hosts kick off the segment discussing a tragic single-vehicle rollover crash on I-84 in Idaho involving a 74-year-old Reno truck driver, sparking a broader debate over whether age caps should exist for commercial truck drivers while referencing FMCSA and NHTSA fatal crash statistics. The guest lineup begins with Andrey Drotenko, President of Strategic Relations at Verified Carrier, who joins to mark Freight Fraud Awareness Day. Andre breaks down the biggest emerging threats in freight fraud, how fraudsters are increasing their sophistication, and what proactive steps brokers and carriers must take before accepting a load. Next, Alex Fraser, Vice President at Cox Fleet, examines why equipment quality serves as a core driver experience and retention strategy. Alex reviews new research showing equipment maintenance issues rank as the leading source of driver dissatisfaction ahead of pay, detailing the hidden time costs to drivers and how predictive maintenance can prevent breakdowns before trucks end up stranded on the shoulder. Closing out the show, Jane Jazrawy, CEO at Carrier's Edge, joins to celebrate 18 years of the Best Fleets program. Jane shares crucial insights into what drivers value most, what top-performing fleets refuse to cut when budgets tighten, and what drivers need to know before nominating their carriers ahead of the October 31st deadline. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP.COM Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down the latest supply chain news, major legal cases, and severe weather updates affecting the freight industry. The hosts kick off the news segment with an attempted $273,000 frozen seafood theft in New Jersey where an unauthorized freight broker redirected 29,000 pounds of cargo to a box truck on the side of the road, pointing out that food and beverage cargo thefts jumped 47% in 2025. They also examine an EEOC age discrimination lawsuit filed in Texas against Trancasa USA after a 64-year-old driver with over 20 years of experience was allegedly denied employment due to insurance coverage restrictions, debating the balance between driver age limits and soaring nuclear verdicts. Additionally, they review a $1 million USPS freight auction fraud scheme involving an Orlando trucking owner who pleaded guilty to submitting fake delivery records. The guest lineup begins with Steve Logue, General Manager at Sensolis, who discusses tackling the blind spots in supply chain tracking. Steve explains why non-powered assets like pallets, totes, and crates vanish between trailers, warehouses, and factory floors, emphasizing how tracking dwell time and utilization provides real visibility instead of guesswork. Closing out the show, Sam Girard, Vice President of Customer Success and Senior Site Executive at ENGIE Energy, joins to detail the fleet transition toward alternative fuels like CNG and RNG. Sam shares insights into the multi-energy shift away from single diesel replacements, evaluating fueling infrastructure needs and the economic feasibility for modern fleet operations. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP.COM Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent break down the latest supply chain news, major legal cases, and severe weather updates affecting the freight industry. The hosts kick off the news segment with the sentencing of Amir Nazir, a Connecticut man ordered to serve two years in federal prison and pay $3.5 million in restitution after registering 23 fake trucking businesses and fabricating over 1,000 trailer movements with Amazon Logistics. They also examine Samsung Electronics America’s Federal Maritime Commission complaint against ocean carrier CMA CGM, seeking at least $186 million in damages over alleged unlawful demurrage and detention charges resulting from store-door delivery delays. Additionally, they review weather tracking on Hurricane Isaias as it reaches Category 3 status with 120 mph winds heading toward the Gulf Coast, warning of potential supply chain and regional transport disruptions. The guest lineup begins with Adam Kahn, Chief Business Development Officer at Netradyne, who discusses the industry's quest for zero preventable accidents. Adam argues that fleets are measuring the wrong metrics by focusing solely on lagging indicators like overall accident reductions, and instead encourages tracking leading indicators such as complete stop sign compliance, safe following distances, and speed management. He emphasizes that gamifying and rewarding positive driver behavior helps conquer the final, most difficult 20% of preventable accidents while ensuring drivers feel supported by safety technology rather than surveilled. Closing out the show, Ari Silkey, Chief Operating Officer at TEN (Transport Enterprise Leasing), joins to detail why this year's peak season is kicking off 4 to 6 weeks early as retailers pull imports forward. To meet changing demand, TEN is adding 3,000 new dry vans to push its fleet beyond 85,000 trailers. Ari shares insights into equipment planning strategies, potential capacity bottlenecks, and how flexible leasing options give carriers the balance-sheet agility required to navigate unpredictable Q4 freight volumes. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP.COM Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, hosts Malcolm Harris and Michael Vincent cover key industry headlines before sitting down for an in-depth interview with three-time founder Tristan Bordeleau. The hosts break down major supply chain news, starting with the LAPD's recovery of $1 million in stolen BNSF and Union Pacific rail cargo from a Whittier shoe retailer, which included high-value goods like Nike footwear, Yeti cups, and Shark vacuums. They also examine the legal nuances of a civil RICO lawsuit filed by six trucking companies against C.H. Robinson—comparing precedents like Anza v. Ideal Steel and Bridge v. Phoenix—and discuss TA Services expanding its US-Mexico cross-border network by acquiring assets from Carmen Pacheco Transportation and Intermodal Cartage. Additionally, the duo analyzes Wall Street's reaction to C.H. Robinson's $6 billion acquisition of RXO and what the deal means for the broader 3PL landscape. The main segment features Tristan Bordallo, who draws from his 22 years of experience in brokerage and fleet ownership to share lessons on carrier liabilities, rising operational costs, and the importance of founder vulnerability. Bordallo discusses shifting his focus to Fr8topia, a boutique brokerage serving local consumer packaged goods (CPG) and natural product brands in Los Angeles. He also tackles the ongoing divide between brokers and carriers, stressing that greater transparency, aligned interests, and leading with quality service are essential to repairing relationships in today's fast-moving freight market. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP.COM Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices