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This Week In Trucking
This Week in Trucking is a podcast dedicated to helping owner-operators and small carriers run profitable trucking businesses.
We like to dive into the numbers behind running a trucking operation, such as truck and trailer payments, insurance, fuel costs, revenue, and cost per mile.
Episodes
- This Week In Trucking
He Knows EVERY Safety Mistake
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- This Week In Trucking
Stop Praying Your Insurance Works
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- This Week In Trucking
How to use AI in TRUCKING
You don't have a lead problem. You have an operating system problem. In this episode of This Week in Trucking, Kalei Poteat — founder of Fleet Connect, a…
- This Week In Trucking
Insurance Is Killing Small Carriers
🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 Ten years ago you didn't see insurance claims over $10 million. Now $10 million is the average. And brokers are quietly cutting…
- This Week In Trucking
How Carriers Get Scammed in 2026
Freight fraud isn't just double brokering anymore. They're hacking carrier emails, stealing entire freight bills, running ghost fleets, and impersonating…
- This Week In Trucking
Breakdowns Are Costing You THOUSANDS! $$$
The average truck costs $100,000 a year to operate. $14,000 to $16,000 of that goes to repairs alone. And if you're an owner-operator handling breakdowns on…
- This Week In Trucking
How to Grow a Fleet from 3 to 60 Trucks
She started driving in 2019 for fun. By 2021, she had her own authority. Today she runs 60 trucks — all owner-operators — hauling reefer, flatbed, and dry van…
- This Week In Trucking
What Small Carriers Don't Know About E-Commerce
Most brokerages won't touch e-commerce because of the margins. Xander Hassan and Kanon Acker built their entire business around it — and they're winning. In…
- This Week In Trucking
Fleet Growth Secrets Revealed
He started as a truck driver with one goal: buy his first truck. Now Filip runs 40 trucks under PT Freight. In this episode of This Week in Trucking, Filip…
- This Week In Trucking
Hope Zvara Yoga for Truckers
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- This Week In Trucking
Jennifer Claims Shield
🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮…
- This Week In Trucking
How Smart Carriers Stay Profitable
85 to 90% of trucking companies don't make it past 18 months. Bo Prock has spent 21 years figuring out why — and what the ones who survive do differently. In…
- This Week In Trucking
Cross-Border Freight Explained
Is cross-border freight between the US and Mexico actually worth it for owner-operators and small carriers? In this episode of This Week in Trucking…
- This Week In Trucking
Trucking Changes 2026 Explained
The FMCSA isn't writing new trucking regulations in 2026 — they're enforcing the old ones harder than ever. In this episode of This Week in Trucking…
- This Week In Trucking
How to RUN a Box Truck Business in 2026
Thinking about starting a box truck business in 2026? In this episode of This Week in Trucking, we break down real strategies for 16 ft and 26 ft box truck…
- This Week In Trucking
Heavy Haul TRUCKING SECRETS from a 30-Year Vet
J.R. Elrod from Bar Transportation, a 30-year veteran in the industry, shares crucial advice for owner-operators and small carriers about heavy haul. J.R. also…
- This Week In Trucking
HOW TO BOOK LOADS: What Brokers DON'T Want You to Know
nthony Lanciano, founder of A&M Freight Management LLC, joins us to share his biggest advice for owner-operators: know your worth. A former owner-operator…
- This Week In Trucking
Small Fleet SUCCESS: Low Miles, Steady Freight, Real Profit
In this episode of This Week in Trucking, Will Carmine of Stonecrest Trucking shares real weekly numbers, insurance costs, fuel spend, and how running local…
- This Week In Trucking
Why Small Carriers Are Paying $30K Just to Stay Compliant
🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮…
- This Week In Trucking
How Drayage Carriers Make Money at $2.50/Mile (Real Numbers)
In this episode of This Week in Trucking, we sit down with Sergio Manzo from Severo Trucking LLC to break down the real numbers behind running a small…
- This Week In Trucking
A Broker Reveals What Really Gets You Freight in Trucking
In this episode, broker Daushawn Falls explains how small carriers can win more loads, negotiate better rates, and build strong broker relationships in 2025…
- This Week In Trucking
How Reefer Carriers Stay PROFITABLE in 2025’s $2/Mile Market
Golden Key Express runs 33 trucks hauling reefer freight at $2.15 a mile. In this episode, Pargat Baidwan shares how he scaled smart, reduced costs, and built…
- This Week In Trucking
Fleet Growth SECRETS: How to Profit with Leased-On Drivers
Founder of Downeast Shipping LLC, Jason shares how he built a profitable trucking business in 2025 — keeping his cost per mile below $1.70, and surviving one…
- This Week In Trucking
How Truckers Are Getting Robbed in 2025: The Secrets Brokers Don’t Tell You
Stop Losing Money to Freight Scams — Carrier Tips for 2025 Freight fraud and double brokering are exploding across the trucking industry in 2025, costing…
- This Week In Trucking
How Small Carriers and New MC's Can Cut $15K–$30K Insurance Costs
Insurance is one of the biggest expenses for small carriers and new trucking authorities in 2025, sometimes $15,000 to $30,000 a year. In this episode of This…
- This Week In Trucking
Small Fleet Success: The Real Cost of Trucking in 2025 ($1.77 per Mile)
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Small Fleet Success: Making PROFIT in Intermodal Freight
How to Build a Profitable Intermodal Trucking Business in 2025 In this episode of This Week In Trucking, host Caroline interviews Corisa Carter, owner of CM…
- This Week In Trucking
Breaking Down Every Dollar: Can You Survive in Trucking?
Welcome to This Week In Trucking! In this episode, Caroline sits down with Jamie Hagen, owner of Hellbent Express, for a deep dive into the real numbers and…
- This Week In Trucking
Trailers on DEMAND | The Future of Trucking?
Revolutionizing Trucking with Repower: Flexibility and Efficiency in Trailer Sharing In this episode of Weekend Trucking, host Caroline dives deep into the…
- This Week In Trucking
Freight Audits EXPLAINED: The Hidden Reason Carriers Lose Money
Inside the Logistics Industry: Fighting Freight Fraud with Jeff Dickinson Welcome to this episode of Weekend Trucking! Join us as we dive deep into the…
- This Week In Trucking
Why Small Fleets Fail DOT Audits (FMCSA Crackdowns in 2025)
Essential Compliance Tips for Trucking: Expert Insights with Brandon Wiseman In this episode of 'This Weekend Trucking,' host Caroline welcomes transportation…
- This Week In Trucking
How To MAKE MONEY In Trucking | Tips Form the PROS
Mastering Trucking: How Jamie Anderson Profits in a Down Market In this episode of Weekend Trucking, we sit down with Jamie Anderson, the mastermind behind…
- This Week In Trucking
This Carrier Made 1 Crucial Mistake! How to AVOID Freight Theft and Secure Brokered Loads in 2025
Insider Tips on Navigating the Trucking Industry with Hassan Transportation & Logistics In this episode, host Caroline sits down with Xander and Kanon from…
- This Week In Trucking
Why Carriers Get Shut Down (And DON'T See It Coming)
Enhance Your Trucking Business with Expert Safety Strategies | This Week in Trucking Welcome to This Weekend Trucking! In this episode, host Caroline talks…
- This Week In Trucking
Cargo Van Business Strategies 2025 with @EverydayImRussellin | Ep 53
In this episode of 'This Weekend Trucking,' we dive into the cargo van business with John Russell, owner of J and K Russell's Trucking. John shares his journey…
- This Week In Trucking
Ex Broker Tips for Small Carriers | Logistics, Leadership & Life Lessons | Ep 52
Ex-Broker Reveals Freight Sales Secrets | Former Broker's Playbook for Trucking In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' host Caroline speaks with Nick…
- This Week In Trucking
Trucking Compliance Challenges for Small Fleets x TruckSafe | Ep 51
How to Stay on the Road and Avoid Compliance Pitfalls | This Week in Trucking Welcome to 'This Week in Trucking' with your host, Caroline! In this episode, we…
- This Week In Trucking
How Profitable is a Box Truck? See the Real Numbers | Ep 50
In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' we feature Antoine from Midwest Box Trucking, who shares his six-year journey in the trucking industry. Starting…
- This Week In Trucking
Carrier's Guide to Avoid Fraud | All You NEED to Know | Ep 49
Preventing Double Brokering and Other Fraud in the Trucking Industry In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' hosted by Caroline, we explore the intricate…
- This Week In Trucking
How Drivers Are Fighting Human Trafficking w/ @tatnonprofit | Ep 48
Truckers Against Trafficking: Heather Fry on Combating Human Trafficking In this episode of This Week in Trucking, Caroline sits with Heather Fry, Director of…
- This Week In Trucking
The Cost of The Truck Parking Dilemma | Ep 47
Addressing the Truck Parking Crisis with Evan Shelley, CEO of TruckParkingClub.com Join Caroline as she sits down with Evan Shelley, CEO of…
- This Week In Trucking
Drive Longer, Earn Stronger: The Health-Profit Connection | Ep 46
Maximize Your Trucking Profits: Michael Lombard's Journey & Health Tips for Drivers. Trucker turned Triathlete, Fitness Coach & Driver Advocate Want to stay on…
- This Week In Trucking
How Much Do Owner-Operators Really Make? (SHOWING REAL NUMBERS) | Ep 45
Starting and Running a Successful Owner-Operator Trucking Business with Ilya Denisenko | This Week in Trucking In this episode of This Week in Trucking, host…
- This Week In Trucking
The true COST and PROFIT of BOX TRUCK | Ep 44
In this episode of 'This Weekend Trucking,' host Caroline talks to 'Motivation and Box Trucking' about the intricacies of box truck business finances. They…
- This Week In Trucking
The Secrets of Box Truck Dispatch | Ep 43
Mastering Box Truck Dispatch: Expert Tips with Royce Arnold In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' host Caroline is joined by Royce Arnold from Arnold…
- This Week In Trucking
What you NEED to know before hauling FRESH PRODUCE | Ep 42
Hauling Fresh Produce: Truths and Challenges with Colby Varley | This Week in Trucking In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' host Caroline sits down with…
- This Week In Trucking
How much PROFIT can you make POWER-ONLY in 2025? | Ep 41
How do you build a successful power-only trucking business from the ground up? In Part 2 of Jose Lozano’s interview on This Week in Trucking, he sits down with…
- This Week In Trucking
Is running POWER-ONLY profitable? Carrier's REAL numbers | Ep 40
Join Caroline on 'This Week in Trucking' as she interviews Jose Lozano, the owner of MKE Logistics, about having a successful power-only trucking business and…
- This Week In Trucking
The TRUTH about running a reefer trucking operation x Virk Express | Ep 39
Growing a Successful Trucking Business in a Tough Market | Interview with Sim Singh & Sunny from Virk Express In this episode of This Weekend Trucking, host…
- This Week In Trucking
How to GROW a Trucking Business in a Down FREIGHT Market x Virk Express | Episode 38
Building a Thriving Trucking Business: Mastering Dedicated Lanes and Overcoming Challenges In this episode of This Week in Trucking, host Caroline interviews…
- This Week In Trucking
EARN MORE: Best places to book LOADS (12/5/24) | Ep 37
This Week in Trucking: Top Freight Markets & Diesel Price Update In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' we talk about the most profitable freight markets…
- This Week In Trucking
How to GROW as a small carrier with DIRECT shippers | 36
Scaling a Family Trucking Business with Justin Liu from Truckpedia Join Caroline and Justin Lu from Truckpedia on 'This Week in Trucking' podcast as they…
- This Week In Trucking
Where to Book PROFITABLE Loads as of 11-21-24 | Ep 35
Join Caroline on 'This Week in Trucking' as she covers the latest in diesel prices, and regional freight market trends across van, reefer, and flatbed sectors…
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What Happens When TRUCKERS Build the Electric Trucks? @EdisonMotors | Ep 34
Join Caroline on This Week in Trucking as she interviews Chace Barber, founder and CEO of Edison Motors. They discuss the latest in hybrid electric truck…
- This Week In Trucking
Where Can You Make the Most Money (PROFIT) in Trucking? | Ep 33
Join us on 'This Week in Trucking' as we discuss the latest trends in the trucking market. This week, we focus on the hottest freight markets, fluctuations in…
- This Week In Trucking
How to SECURE dedicated freight w/Ed Burns | Ep 32
Navigating the Trucking Industry with Ed Burns of Burns Logistics In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' Caroline interviews Ed Burns from Burns…
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How Nicole Ward & AAWTA Support African American Women in Trucking | Ep 31
Empowering Women & Driving Diversity in Trucking with AAWTA Join Caroline on This Week in Trucking as she engages with Nicole Ward, president and founder of…
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MOST PROFITABLE Trucking Markets TODAY 10/17/24! | Ep 30
In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking,' Caroline provides a quick update on the hottest freight markets and diesel price trends for the week. She discusses…
- This Week In Trucking
Success in Trucking for Small Carriers w/ Freight Connect | Ep 29
In this episode of 'This Week in Trucking', Caroline welcomes Paul Cagnetti, CEO of Freight Connect, to discuss the challenges and strategies for running a…
- This Week In Trucking
How will the ILA Strike affect TRUCKING? | Ep 28
Join Caroline and Gurvir on 'This Week in Trucking' as we dive into the latest trucking market trends for this week. Discover the impact of port strikes on…