WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP836 Meet the fleets shaping the future generation; driver on visa charged; SHIPS Act
On Episode 836 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Next Generation in Trucking’s Lindsey Trent about the company’s Career Catalyst award, which honors the fleets shaping our nation’s future drivers. This recognition highlights fleets — both for-hire and private — that are creating meaningful career paths for young truck drivers, diesel technicians, warehouse associates and more.
Can we bring big ship building back to the USA? With all this trade war talk, Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle talks about how ship building is essential to national security and balancing trade. We’ll take a look at the SHIPS Act, the latest on the trade deals and how they’re all tied together.
Plus, driver on visa charged in fatal wreck; does Jerome Powell need a SONAR account; and more.
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Morning Minute | May 9, 2025
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will now be required to present a proposal to repeal the high-priority fleets and drayage requirements of the ACF. A public hearing on this proposal needs to be held before October 31st.
Regarding potential tariff changes, reports suggest the Trump administration may cut tariffs on China imports from a current broad rate of 145% to as low as 50%. While the White House has dismissed this as conjecture, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to meet with Chinese officials for trade talks soon.
Details of the UK trade deal indicate increased access for agricultural products, chemicals, machinery, and other goods from both countries. The agreement, which still requires Congressional approval, maintains a baseline 10% U.S. tariff on most goods from the UK but includes specific provisions for items like steel, aluminum, beef, and auto imports.
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Bring It Home EP16 What a fund manager thinks about transportation w/ Seth Holm
West Brow Capital founder and portfolio manager Seth Holm runs a fund focused on global transportation. In this episode recorded on April 8, Seth sits down with JP Hampstead and runs through his view of the transportation industry, mode by mode—where he's long and short.
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The Long Haul EP13 From Box Trucks to Full Truckload – How Elizabeth Moscoso is Building Moscoso Express
This week on The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Elizabeth Moscoso, founder of Moscoso Express, a growing box truck and full truckload carrier based out of Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Elizabeth shares her journey from starting small with box trucks to scaling into the full truckload market, and the lessons she’s learned about surviving and thriving as a small carrier. They talk about the realities of building a trucking business today, the mindset it takes to push through the tough times, and the strategies Elizabeth uses to stay competitive.
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Morning Minute | May 8, 2025
Railroads are actively seeking the repeal of a recent safety regulation. They are asking the Trump administration to scrap a Biden-era rule that requires two-person train crews, arguing this mandate is unsubstantiated and hinders efforts towards modernization and regulatory reform.
The Houthi militia has refuted claims of a Red Sea ceasefire. Contrary to statements by President Trump, the Houthis deny agreeing to halt attacks on vessels in the trading route. Their attacks on ships linked to Israel, ongoing since late 2023, have made the Red Sea-Suez Canal route largely too unstable for regular shipping services.
A notable potential change is coming for the US Postal Service. Following President Trump's approval, FedEx board member David Steiner is reportedly set to be selected as the next postmaster general. This direct selection process by the White House for the board's approval is described as unprecedented and aiming to diminish the agency's independence.
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