Trucking Answers
187 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsMaking the trucking industry better one company at a time.
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Trucking Answers | Unabridged | Werner buys Baylor | A Reason we are not on Mars | #123
October 11, 2022 09:57 - 31 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this hair-raising episode I discuss Werner Enterprises buying Baylor Trucking. Werner says nothing will change at Baylor. We will see. Is using hair for drug testing discrimination? Should it be done? A Reason we are not on Mars. [email protected]
Trucking Answers | Illegals to be housed on cruise ships | Joy Reid is an idiot | On Patrol Live
October 07, 2022 08:51 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MBIn a crime free episode I discuss a little about what is happening in society. It isn’t just trucking. Joy Reid is an idiot and thinks only certain people commit crimes. That is not the case. The mayor of NYC is going to house illegals on cruise ships that will dock there. Isn’t that nice? … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Illegals to be housed on cruise ships | Joy Reid is an idiot | On Patrol Live →
Trucking Answers | Unabridged | A Reason we are not on Mars | #121
October 04, 2022 10:02 - 39 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this pumpkin spice flavored episode I discuss Werner and Kodiak and the pact they have to move freight without drivers. They start their first lane soon and it will be working the exact way I said so I believe that they listen to the podcast. I-80 in Illinois will be under construction near Minooka … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Unabridged | A Reason we are not on Mars | #121 →
Trucking Answers | The biggest problems in trucking right now | #120
September 30, 2022 11:31 - 42 minutes - 34.1 MBIn a mind-bending episode I discuss the problems in trucking right now and some fixes for those problems. They are in no particular order. The last episode we discussed the best of trucking so this is the flip-flop of that. What are your thoughts of that? [email protected] LaunchwithMark.Com
Trucking Answers | Why trucking is a great career | SAIA | #119
September 27, 2022 07:50 - 24 minutes - 20.5 MBIn a terrestrial based episode I discuss the reasons trucking is still a great career choice and why you should choose it right now! Also, I went to SAIA as they were having a hiring event. This is what I found out. You can make just as much being home daily as you can living … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Why trucking is a great career | SAIA | #119 →
Trucking Answers | Don’t look behind the curtain | A Reason we are not on Mars | #118
September 24, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this Kansas-inspired episode I discuss the recent news of NyQuil Chicken as well as some actual trucking news like electronic monitoring of commercial vehicles. A reason we are not on Mars as well. LaunchwithMark.com [email protected]
Trucking Answers | 5 things that have improved trucking over the last 34 years | A Reason we are not on Mars | #117
September 10, 2022 11:03 - 43 minutes - 37.2 MBIn a cross-country episode I discuss 5 things that I think have made trucking either better or easier in the last 34 years. I use 34 years because that is how long I have been trucking. Trucking is a great career, it still pays the bills and keeps the lights on here at Trucking Answers. … Continue reading Trucking Answers | 5 things that have improved trucking over the last 34 years | A Reason we are not on Mars | #117 →
Trucking Answers | Should you get paid based on your bills? | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #116
September 05, 2022 11:07 - 36 minutes - 31.4 MBIn an electrifying episode I discuss an incident at my work talking to another driver. Should you get a paycheck that is based on how much your bills are that month? That is what some people think but I don’t. Companies need to compensate you for the things they ask you to do for them … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Should you get paid based on your bills? | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #116 →
Trucking Answers | FMCSA Women of Trucking Panel of mostly non-drivers | A Reason we are not on Mars | #115
August 30, 2022 13:16 - 33 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this Emilia Earhart special I discuss the FMCSA Women of Trucking panel that consists mainly of women who don’t drive. This panel will advise the FMCSA about how to get and keep women in trucking. Brilliant. Of course there is a member from the FMCSA, naturally. I talk about the car I have had … Continue reading Trucking Answers | FMCSA Women of Trucking Panel of mostly non-drivers | A Reason we are not on Mars | #115 →
Trucking Answers | Should the government provide truck parking? | #114
August 29, 2022 12:09 - 12 minutes - 10.6 MBIn a Red Sovine classic I discuss if in fact truck parking should be provided by the government. This stems from the city of New York towing and ticketing trucks for parking overnight in residential areas. TANY says that there is not enough parking and the government needs to step up and do something. I … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Should the government provide truck parking? | #114 →
Trucking Answers | PAM Settles ANOTHER one | Going to get your CDL? | A Reason we are not on Mars | #113
August 27, 2022 12:53 - 22 minutes - 19.7 MBIn this Pamtastic episode I talk about PAM Transport and the fact that they are settling yet ANOTHER class action for the same reasons they always do. People, please do not even consider working at PAM Transport and do not use Driver Solutions for any reason! That is my opinion, anyway. I talk about the … Continue reading Trucking Answers | PAM Settles ANOTHER one | Going to get your CDL? | A Reason we are not on Mars | #113 →
Trucking Answers | Colonial Closes-USX has issues | A Reason we are not on Mars | #112
August 25, 2022 12:49 - 34 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this implanted episode I discuss the closing of Colonial Freight. They opened in 1943 and will be closed in a week. Wow. Always be ready to move on to a new place! This is a problem for lease purchase drivers as well. US Xpress announces more layoffs and I put them on death watch. … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Colonial Closes-USX has issues | A Reason we are not on Mars | #112 →
Trucking Answers | How much energy does a Tesla semi use? | Cars I wish I still had | A Reason we are not on Mars | #111
August 16, 2022 15:18 - 34 minutes - 28 MBIn this electrifying episode I discuss how much energy a Tesla semi uses and what it costs. Are we ready to use electric trucks to haul goods in the United States yet? I name 3 of the cars I used to have that I wish I would have kept. Do you have any cars you … Continue reading Trucking Answers | How much energy does a Tesla semi use? | Cars I wish I still had | A Reason we are not on Mars | #111 →
Trucking Answers | Why waiting time pays zero | Harley class action | A Reason we are not on Mars | #110
August 13, 2022 13:26 - 33 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this best of Sturgis episode I discuss the recent picket line at the ports in Boston and explain exactly why people sit and are not paid for it. Celedon execs are spared prosecution, is anyone surprised by this? Walmart is rolling out a 60 foot multi-temp trailer for use in Canada. Will drivers be … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Why waiting time pays zero | Harley class action | A Reason we are not on Mars | #110 →
Trucking Answers | Schneider LP court ruling | GM goes subscription | A Reason we are not on Mars | #109
August 10, 2022 12:41 - 34 minutes - 28.7 MBIn a Peterson Automotive Museum masterpiece I discuss the recent court ruling basically saying a driver who leased a truck from Schneider is actually an employee. Also, GM ups the game on subscriptions for cars. A Reason we are not on Mars. [email protected]
Trucking Answers | Schneider LP court ruling | GM goes subscription | A Reason we are not on Mars | #108
August 10, 2022 12:41 - 34 minutes - 28.7 MBIn a Peterson Automotive Museum masterpiece I discuss the recent court ruling basically saying a driver who leased a truck from Schneider is actually an employee. Also, GM ups the game on subscriptions for cars. A Reason we are not on Mars. [email protected]
Trucking Answers | Trucking Company Production/Safety Bonuses for Drivers | #108
August 08, 2022 14:44 - 13 minutes - 11.3 MBIn the Steering Wheel Haul of Fame episode I discuss the production and safety bonuses that some trucking companies put out. Many of them are not fair in the fact that they give a bonus on something you have no control over. Can you control how many miles the company gives you? Do you control … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking Company Production/Safety Bonuses for Drivers | #108 →
Trucking Answers | Variant Turnover rate | 396.11 discussion | STAA | A Reason we are not on Mars | #106
August 06, 2022 14:53 - 37 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this gastronomical delight I discuss the turnover rate at Variant Trucking who is part of US Xpress. What the heck? Also, some advice as we discuss 396.11. What it means to you and the motor carrier. The STAA Whistleblower act comes in to play here as well. How can you get your equipment fixed? … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Variant Turnover rate | 396.11 discussion | STAA | A Reason we are not on Mars | #106 →
Trucking Answers | Variant Turnover rate | 396.11 discussion | STAA | A Reason we are not on Mars | #107
August 06, 2022 14:53 - 37 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this gastronomical delight I discuss the turnover rate at Variant Trucking who is part of US Xpress. What the heck? Also, some advice as we discuss 396.11. What it means to you and the motor carrier. The STAA Whistleblower act comes in to play here as well. How can you get your equipment fixed? … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Variant Turnover rate | 396.11 discussion | STAA | A Reason we are not on Mars | #107 →
Trucking Answers | Stand up for something | A reason we are not on Mars | #106
August 04, 2022 15:09 - 40 minutes - 33.3 MBThis world beating episode is chock full of items. I recount some of the things going on and ask people to stand up for something. The AB5 protesters went home with their tail between their legs and I am disappointed for sure. They had the ports shut down, what happened? If you are going to … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Stand up for something | A reason we are not on Mars | #106 →
Trucking Answers | Life Updates | A Reason we are not on Mars | #105
July 25, 2022 13:12 - 26 minutes - 22.2 MBIn an Earth shattering episode I discuss why there might not be as many episodes as there have been lately. Also, some automotive news. Ford wants to test a vehicle with no controls on public roads. A Reason we are not on Mars. [email protected]
Trucking Answers | CRST setback | Turo | A Reason we are not on Mars | #104
July 22, 2022 12:57 - 30 minutes - 23.8 MBIn a McDonaldland Playplace filled lunch break I talk about a McDonald’s manager who is mad that no one shows up. Same problem in trucking. Also, CRST suffers a setback in a case that has been going on for 5 years. The Department of Justice has issued a letter saying that in their opinion what … Continue reading Trucking Answers | CRST setback | Turo | A Reason we are not on Mars | #104 →
Trucking Answers | Mileage vs Hourly pay: Which is better? | #103
July 20, 2022 10:51 - 39 minutes - 33.8 MBIn a mile marker extravaganza I discuss mileage pay vs hourly pay. I will tell you why being paid by the hour plus overtime is the only way to get fairly compensated if you are an employee. Over the years truck drivers have been conditioned to accept mileage pay as a way of life but … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Mileage vs Hourly pay: Which is better? | #103 →
Trucking Answers | Brink’s Truck | Cars are cute | A Reason we are not on Mars | #102
July 18, 2022 13:23 - 32 minutes - 26 MBIn a Peterson Automotive Museum worthy restoration we discuss the recent robbery of jewelry from a Brink’s truck in California. I don’t know if they were wearing a mask but I sure hope so. Better to be safe than sorry when robbing a truck. Also, cars are cute but you shouldn’t be in charge of … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Brink’s Truck | Cars are cute | A Reason we are not on Mars | #102 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #101
July 16, 2022 14:16 - 47 minutes - 38.9 MBIn an I Want My MTV spectacular I discuss marriage equality! Brilliant. The American Trucking Association has a Women in Motion thing going. Why is that not a good idea? Discrimination. Is old school trucking better? Yes and no for sure. The Driveri driver cam is here from Netradyne and it is going to give … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #101 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #100
July 15, 2022 16:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBIn a century of excellence episode I discuss the recent KLLM purchase of Quest Trucking. I also did a YouTube video about this. Some current events are up as well like the 10 year old from Ohio in the news. What do we do with the attacker? Walmart buys Canoo vans. A Reason we are … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #100 →
Trucking Answers | AB5 Protest | KLLM buys Quest | Quick Blast | #99
July 14, 2022 14:20 - 8 minutes - 7.28 MBIn a 2-minute wonder episode I discuss KLLM buying Quest. I am sorry about that for all of the Quest drivers. Also, drivers in California protest AB5 so they can keep their jobs that don’t pay anything? What? How is that brilliant? [email protected] YouTube.Com/TruckingAnswers
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #98
July 13, 2022 16:58 - 1 hour - 49 MBIn another mind-bending episode I discuss the Uvalde shooting and other issues. In Chicago an 11 year old carjacks a lady with a gun? What? A 73 year old is beaten to death with a road cone by kids as young as 10? What is happening? We discuss Mrs. Jill Biden and breakfast taco land … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #98 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #97
July 11, 2022 14:05 - 36 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this Titanic-era masterpiece I discuss Safe Driver week and what that means. If MJ is illegal here, how can we help someone who is charged with it elsewhere? As-Is means As-Is. Also, if you don’t take an extended warranty expect to have to pay for repairs out of pocket. Period. A Reason we are … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #97 →
Trucking Answers | Crimo | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #96
July 08, 2022 13:44 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBIn a gun-free zone episode I discuss the recent events in Highland Park as more information becomes available. I even bring actual facts to the table which I know many people do not like. The gun used was already banned under the strict gun control laws there. Did it help? This Robert Crimo III we … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Crimo | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #96 →
Trucking Answers | Current Events | #95
July 07, 2022 13:31 - 25 minutes - 20.8 MBIn an episode that will live in infamy I discuss some current events taking place. Gun control or people control? When you know someone is a problem, including your own children, should you act? Babies are adults that still live with their parents. Ways in which your tax dollars are being wasted. Biden sends oil … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Current Events | #95 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #94
July 06, 2022 13:28 - 34 minutes - 28.5 MBIn a Science-Fair Gold Ribbon episode I discuss some things on my mind like the 1776 Restoration Movement. What they heck is it and what do they want? Also, dash cams are a great idea. Nissan has a recall. A Reason we are not on Mars. [email protected] YouTube.com/TruckingAnswers
Trucking Answers | Declaration of Independence | July 4
July 04, 2022 13:26 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBYou creeps that think we shouldn’t celebrate can get bent. [email protected]
Trucking Answers | AB5 Discussion | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #93
July 01, 2022 15:08 - 41 minutes - 32.9 MBIn a journalistic masterpiece I discuss the recent AB5 situation. The Supreme Court declined to take up AB5 so the 9th Circuit Court ruling stands. There was a hold on enforcement of California AB5 but that will soon end, possibly as soon as today. Will trucking be doomed? Is trucking over? No. Just new laws … Continue reading Trucking Answers | AB5 Discussion | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #93 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #92
June 29, 2022 13:18 - 45 minutes - 37 MBIn this likely Grammy nominated episode I discuss the Constitution. Also, CR England may be involved in a Class Action. Speaking of Class Action, Werner is also on the list. Same companies all the time. Weird. Electric cars are now racist. A reason we are not on Mars. [email protected] YouTube.Com/TruckingAnswers
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #91
June 24, 2022 14:24 - 53 minutes - 55.6 MBIn this Arbor Day masterpiece I examine why some truck drivers do not make much money. They accept little pay. I look at a Tic Tok video in which a person bemoans their low pay situation and how they should change that. A remote controlled semi comes to Tennessee. Is this a good idea? Toyota … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #91 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #90
June 22, 2022 14:01 - 46 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this unabridged spectacular I discuss the Biden fuel tax holiday and what it means for you. Also, Cosby is sued and she wins from something that she said happened in 1975! That is not right. Chicago police won’t chase you now if you commit a crime unless it is really serious. What? The average … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #90 →
Trucking Answers | Top 100 For-Hire Carrier Discussion | #89
June 20, 2022 15:44 - 15 minutes - 16.2 MBIn a belted out episode I discuss the top 100 for-hire carriers in the United States. I go over the top 10 and then selected ones from the rest of the list. Is your carrier a top-100 carrier? There are good and bad in the list so just because you are at a big place … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Top 100 For-Hire Carrier Discussion | #89 →
Trucking Answers | Take Action or accomplish nothing | ST:TNG Tapestry | #88
June 18, 2022 14:14 - 27 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this mind changing episode I discuss the Star Trek Next Generation episode “Tapestry” and how it relates to trucking. Doing nothing changes nothing. You must take chances and stand out from the crowd. If you follow the crowd do you know where they are going? No where. Life can’t just be about going to … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Take Action or accomplish nothing | ST:TNG Tapestry | #88 →
Trucking Answers | Buyouts | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #87
June 17, 2022 13:30 - 40 minutes - 43.4 MBIn a spine-chilling episode I discuss the recent spate of buyouts in the trucking industry. One big buys a little and so on. Heartland bought Millis and then Smith Transport. Now PAM is buying Metropolitan and possibly changing the name to Met Express. What? Also, Samsara is in the news with a new and exciting … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Buyouts | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #87 →
Trucking Answers | To Union or Not? | Automotive News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #86
June 15, 2022 13:01 - 46 minutes - 51.9 MBThis inspiring podcast will discuss if you need to form or join a union. I get many letters from people with issues that could be solved by a union. A long range BMW electric is coming but is range the real problem? I discuss why kids need a village but their parents don’t want it. … Continue reading Trucking Answers | To Union or Not? | Automotive News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #86 →
Trucking Answers | Quick Blast | #85
June 11, 2022 13:16 - 9 minutes - 10.9 MBA quick blast to everyone of a few stories I saw and wanted to get out there. Schneider National buys DeBoer. Wow, time to look for a new job over there. A driver asked the FMCSA to be let out of HOS. Nice try! USA Truck passes 100% of the fuel surcharge along, finally. … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Quick Blast | #85 →
Trucking Answers | Heartland buys Smith | Automotive News | 2 Reasons we are not on Mars | #84
June 02, 2022 15:16 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBIn a Junetastic episode Heartland buys Smith Transport. What will change? I discuss the recent school shooting and what to do about it. Also, a woman on a subway is attacked and bystanders do nothing. Truck crashes into illegally parked semi. Why? A truck driver is shot by police and his mother sues. Is she … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Heartland buys Smith | Automotive News | 2 Reasons we are not on Mars | #84 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #83
May 23, 2022 15:01 - 38 minutes - 42.7 MBI am back with another episode! Good to be here. Today I discuss OTR pay vs Local pay and that OTR should pay more, way more. The eCascadia is here and Sysco Foods is buying them. What do you think about a truck with a range of 220 miles and 90 minutes to recharge to … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #83 →
Trucking Answers | Speed Limiters | Parking | Auto News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #82
May 11, 2022 13:16 - 27 minutes - 30.3 MBIn a mind-blowing episode I discuss truck parking and the fact that it should be paid parking if there is not enough of it to go around. What?! Also, speed limiters may come to your truck. Are you ready to go 68? Some Tesla news and a recall. The Hertz Mustang GT-500H is here with … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Speed Limiters | Parking | Auto News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #82 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #81
May 06, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBLet’s get to it! Some trucking news about speed limiters is here. Comment while you can. I discuss the recent news about abortion but not in the way you might think. We need to think about the Constitution in a different way. Also, I talk about the Christian flag controversy in Boston and why Freedom … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #81 →
Trucking Answers | Updates | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #80
April 21, 2022 13:05 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBHello! Here is an update on where I have been and the podcast. It is not going anywhere it just will not have a regular schedule like it used to. I volunteered to work last Saturday so I was not able to accomplish much. Trucking Answers is here to stay. Telsa is ending the ability … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Updates | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #80 →
Trucking Answers | Pay raises | Driver Churn | Automotive News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #79
April 08, 2022 19:38 - 30 minutes - 34.8 MBIn an episode that will likely go to the Petersen Museum I discuss driver churn in the trucking industry and what the ATA has to say about it. They love it! Is it good for you? Walmart raises their pay and will now take students. Nice. Tesla semi may be out next year, maybe not. … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Pay raises | Driver Churn | Automotive News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #79 →
Trucking Answers | Should you quit over a truck? | MotorWeek Talk | A Reason we are not on Mars | #78
April 05, 2022 19:30 - 40 minutes - 46.1 MBIn this episode destined for the Broadcasting Hall of Fame I discuss my short time at JB Hunt and if you should quit over a truck. Answer: Maybe. Also, we discuss Variant and the ability to make an unlimited amount of money per week as passive income. I recall my time watching MotorWeek and that … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Should you quit over a truck? | MotorWeek Talk | A Reason we are not on Mars | #78 →
Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars | #77
April 01, 2022 18:50 - 47 minutes - 52.2 MBIn a world beating episode I discuss the lighting issues of trucking and why you can’t run blue lights. Joe Biden announced a release of oil from the strategic reserve. Werner Enterprises gets an exemption. The best 3 year old cars to buy. A Reason we are not on Mars. UFCD.ORG [email protected]