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Fighting fraud requires a multi-layered approach

Freight fraud affects more than just finances. Falling victim to a scam or theft can damage vital business relationships and tarnish reputations. Between monetary losses and loss of trust, just one instance of fraud can cause a carrier to go out of business. 

That’s why Truckstop’s approach includes the most robust tools on the market to act as the first line of defense for carriers and brokers. 

During the May 8 episode of What the Truck?!?, host Timothy Dooner sat down with Truckstop’s senior...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fighting-fraud-requires-a-multi-layered-approach

How to improve safety during Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Chris Hayes, Risk Control Assistant Vice President for Workers’ Compensation and Transportation for Travelers Insurance, sat down with FreightWaves’ Timothy Dooner on the April 21st episode of What the Truck?!? to discuss the Distracted Driver Awareness month as well as the risks and effects of distracted driving.

Distracted driving remains a prevalent safety issue, with many incidents each year caused by cell phones and other distractions. 

“In bumper-to-bumper traffic the other day, I looked at...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-to-improve-safety-during-distracted-driving-awareness-month

An alarming reality: 4% of truckers on U.S. highways lack valid licenses

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A recent study by trucking expert Adam Wingfield, analyzing the FMCSA database, revealed a troubling trend: approximately 4% of truckers on U.S. highways operate without a valid Commercial Driver’s License.

Based on solely just the random inspection data (which is only a sample), 4 out of every 100 trucks that go down a section of highways at ANY given time, the driver doesn’t even have a valid CDL license….

— Adam L. Wingfield (@adamlwingfield) May 19, 2025

This issue transcends regulatory...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/an-alarming-reality-4-of-truckers-on-u-s-highways-lack-valid-licenses

5 Rookie Mistakes Every New Owner-Operator Should Avoid

The road from company driver to owner-operator is filled with freedom, but also filled with landmines. The kind that do not show up in a YouTube video or a dispatcher’s sales pitch. Every year, thousands of drivers step out on their own with a truck, a dream, and a high interest truck note—only to find out the hard way that running a trucking business is nothing like just running a truck. The margins are thinner. The hours are longer. And the mistakes are much more expensive. Especially when...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/5-rookie-mistakes-every-new-owner-operator-should-avoid

The Truth About Deadhead and Here Are Ways to Fix It

Deadhead is the silent killer in trucking operations. It doesn’t show up on rate cons. Brokers don’t mention it when quoting loads. And yet, it quietly eats into fuel budgets, labor hours, equipment life, and profit margins week after week. For small carriers and owner-operators—especially those using public load boards like Truckstop or DAT—deadhead is one of the most overlooked contributors to financial instability.

This article breaks down what deadhead really costs, why it’s more dangerous...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-truth-about-deadhead-and-here-are-ways-to-fix-it

How can freight tech companies stand out in a crowded field?

The freight technology landscape is evolving rapidly, but adoption remains uneven across the logistics industry. During the April 30 episode of What the Truck?!?, host Timothy Dooner sat down with David Bell, founder of CloneOps.ai, to talk about the challenges and opportunities facing logistics companies as they navigate technological transformation. 

While freight tech companies have been adding value to logistics operations for years, many smaller companies remain hesitant to embrace new...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-can-freight-tech-companies-stand-out-in-a-crowded-field

U.S. and China reach comprehensive economic and trade agreement lowering tariffs

After weeks of uncertainty, the United States and China have formalized a new Economic and Trade Agreement aimed at addressing longstanding concerns and establishing clearer guidelines for commerce.

Strengthening Bilateral Economic Ties

The agreement underscores the critical importance of the economic relationship between the world’s two largest economies. Both nations have explicitly acknowledged that expanded trade, sticking to international market norms, and market-based outcomes serve their...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/u-s-and-china-reach-comprehensive-economic-and-trade-agreement-lowering-tariffs

How to Craft a Shipper Outreach Strategy That Works Part 2

The first contact gets their attention.
The second one gets you remembered.
The third through seventh? That is what closes the freight.

If you think outreach ends after the first cold call or email, you are leaving real money and long-term freight relationships on the table. In Part 1, we broke down the foundation: identifying your ideal shippers, building prospecting lists, and initiating contact through a structured cadence.

But this is where most small carriers fall off.
They do the hard part of...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-to-craft-a-shipper-outreach-strategy-that-works-part-2

Roehl Transport Celebrates Fifth ATA President’s Award for Safety Excellence

Roehl Transport has once again been recognized as one of the nation’s safest trucking companies, securing an unprecedented fifth President’s Award from the American Trucking Associations (ATA). This honor, awarded to companies that demonstrate exceptional safety records, programs, and community outreach, confirms Roehl Transport’s position as a safety leader in North America’s trucking industry.

On April 24, 2025, several key Roehl Transport leaders accepted the award during the ATA’s Safety...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/roehl-transport-celebrates-fifth-ata-presidents-award-for-safety-excellence

How to Save on Commercial Truck Insurance in 2025 Without Cutting Corners

If you have opened a commercial truck insurance renewal this year and felt your stomach drop, you are not alone. Based on reported industry averages from late 2023 and early 2024, most one-truck operations were paying anywhere between $11,000 and $16,000 annually for primary liability and cargo coverage, depending on freight type and operating region. With modest increases expected through 2025, especially for new authorities and small fleets, many small carriers are now budgeting between...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-to-save-on-commercial-truck-insurance-in-2025-without-cutting-corners

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