1406. #TFCP - The $1 Billion Parking Push: Legislation, Real Estate, and the War on Theft!
Release Date: 03/12/2026
1417. #TFCP - Demystifying the Hype: How Practical Intelligence is Redefining Logistics!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Take a look at how high-level automation and AI can actually level the playing field for small to mid-sized freight brokerages in this episode with Revenova’s President and CEO, Chris Wyndham! Chris demystifies the impact of freight technology on the transportation industry and how artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool to enhance efficient processes and free up human capital for high-value relationship building that drives real profitability. He also shares his vision for the future of cloud-based software and why choosing the right technology partner is the ultimate competitive...
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1416. #TFCP - Beyond Vetting: The Open-Source Future of Freight Fraud Prevention!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Is your digital infrastructure actually secure, or are you just waiting for the next cyber threat to put you out of business? What does it take to stay ahead of bad actors in an industry where the window for a response has shrunk from months to minutes? Joe Ohr is back on the show, and today, he’s joined by Todd Florence from Estes Express Lines to discuss the current state of cybersecurity in logistics! We’re diving deep into the launch of the NMFTA Threat Portal and the Freight Fraud Prevention Hub, essential tools designed to help carriers and brokers share real-time data on everything...
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1415. #TFCP - Brokerage Armor: The 2026 Playbook for Defeating Freight Fraud!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Find out how you can prepare your freight operations for the rising tide of identity theft and double-brokered loads in this episode with Mark Funk, our returning guest from SPI Logistics! Mark dives into the increasing freight fraud and what it means for your business, the latest industry trends, from hacked carrier emails to the high-stakes world of rail car theft, and how the Dalilah Law could shift the landscape for legitimate carriers and transportation professionals. The reality is simple: the free market doesn’t do favors, and desperation is a gateway for bad actors. We're getting...
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1414. #TFCP - The ROI of Risk: Turning Safety Data into a Competitive Sales Tool
The Freight Coach Podcast
Learn how to leverage your equipment's data as a competitive tool in this episode with the STC Americas, LLC’s CEO and founder, Einar Markussen, sharing his decades of experience in the high-stakes world of bulk fuel and Hazmat transportation, the world of safety data, and operational transparency! We break down the absolute necessity of forward and inward-facing dash cams as the ultimate exoneration tool, moving past the old-school resistance to embrace AI-driven safety technology that actually protects your bottom line. From the fallout of major highway incidents to the shifting landscape...
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1413. #TFCP - The Compliance Hammer Drops: DOT Number Purges and Insurance Meltdowns
The Freight Coach Podcast
Are you tired of leaving money on the table because you aren’t tracking market shifts in real-time? Listen to this episode as we cover the current state of the freight market with a deep dive into the Laredo to Salt Lake City lane, where we’re seeing massive rate surges driven by DOT and ICE checkpoints and rising fuel costs! If you aren’t having transparent conversations with your customers about these capacity constraints and the reality of chameleon carriers and DOT number fraud, you’re failing as a partner. We’re discussing why honoring your commitments during a market shift is...
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1412. #TFCP - The Fraud Survey: Why Most Owner-Operators are Being Scammed!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Is your business properly insulated against the current "fraud-pocalypse" hitting the spot market? In this episode, we’ll break down the new survey that reveals nearly half of owner-operators have fallen victim to freight fraud, specifically double-brokering schemes! We’ll also cover why you need a fuel buffer in your quotes to handle rising costs and shifting capacity in the West, and the House Committee’s approval of Delilah’s Law, which aims to tighten CDL issuance and English proficiency requirements for commercial drivers. Keep tuning in! Resources / References ...
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1411. #TFCP - Data-Driven Shipping: How Predictive Analytics Beats Spot Volatility!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Are you really prepared for the next shift in shipper data, fuel surcharges, and the freight market? Ken Adamo of DAT Freight & Analytics is back, and we’re cutting through the noise of rate propaganda and headlines to look at the actual macro capacity pool, the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices, and why contract freight is becoming a safe haven for carriers. We dive into shipper behavior, the push for index-based pricing, and why honoring your commitments is the only way to survive when the market turns. Whether you're navigating spot market volatility, interested in flatbed capacity...
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1410. #TFCP - Solutions Over Price: Scaling by Becoming an Extension of the Client!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Struggling to navigate the current volatility in the refrigerated freight market? Are soaring fuel prices in California causing major disruptions to your pricing strategy? Sunny Sharma of ZEMS Inc. is back to discuss the external factors currently impacting logistics capacity, the harsh reality of rising diesel fuel surcharges, the impact of AB5 and CDL regulations on driver retention, and why transparency with customers is the only way to build a sustainable book of business. If you’re an owner-operator or a freight broker, it’s crucial to understand that the spot market isn't just...
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1409. #TFCP - The Physics of the Hybrid Model: Balancing Assets and Brokerage in 2026!
The Freight Coach Podcast
Are you chasing every "yes" at the expense of your bottom line, or are you building a business that can actually survive the long haul? Listen to today’s returning guest, Sonne Kahlon of WiDO Logistics, talking about the grit required to manage drayage and warehousing operations in this volatile freight market, cash flow management, the hidden dangers of 120-day payment terms, and why not every customer is a good customer for your transportation business. Sonne shares his "aggressive patience" strategy for navigating port competition, shifting import volumes, the impact of tariffs on the...
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1408. #TFCP - The Physics of Precision: Mastering Heavy Haul and Jobsite Logistics!
The Freight Coach Podcast
What does it really take for freight brokers to dominate their niche and scale a trucking company from the driver’s seat to a successful brokerage? Today, Tenacity Express’ CEO, DuShawn Falls, joins us to discuss the real side of the industry, the power of niche specialization, moving away from being a generalist and laser-focusing on specialized commodities such as flatbed, open deck, and heavy-haul freight, and why building authentic, long-term carrier relationships is the ultimate secret weapon for surviving market volatility. If you want to stop chasing every random lead and start...
info_outlineIn this episode, Evan Shelley of Truck Parking Club is back to discuss the real-world challenges facing transportation professionals today and how private-sector innovation is tackling the massive truck parking crisis across the United States!
We cover everything from their cool 1978 International Transtar cabover restoration project to the critical need for safe, accessible truck parking locations, how they are leveraging the private sector to create a scalable truck parking solution by connecting drivers with underutilized lots, which is a game-changer given the slow pace of government bureaucracy and the limitations of the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act.
We break down the safety implications of illegal parking on on-ramps, the impact of local zoning regulations, and how technology integrations with ELD providers are helping owner-operators and freight carriers find secure spots before their hours of service run out!
About Evan Shelley
Evan Shelley is Co-founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club, a company providing parking for truckers by monetizing vacant properties for landowners.
Evan is a truck parking expert with a deep knowledge of the business. Using his experiences in truck parking and real estate he is working to help solve the truck parking shortage and bring awareness to the issue.
Through the "Night on Us" promotion, truck drivers who get a qualifying Shell Rotella oil change can receive up to $100 in Truck Parking Club Cash to use at any of our 4,200+ locations nationwide. The promotion runs through June 30, 2026.
Full details at rotella.com/nightonus.
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