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This Week In Trucking

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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.

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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, cross-border freight specialist Hector — with 13+ years in US-Mexico operations, safety, compliance,... more

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, transportation attorney Brandon Weissman (President, Truck Safe Consulting) breaks down the biggest ... more

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 owner-operators, including cost per mile, finding consistent loads, scaling the right way, and... more

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 shares his one piece of advice for surviving the current freight market: Stay lean, stay r... more

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 himself, Anthony discusses how to evaluate your time and labor, the most common misconceptions ... more

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 lanes can outperform chasing spot market rates. A must-watch for owner-operators and small ca... more

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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 intermodal fleet in Chicago. From cost per mile to monthly insurance, fuel strategy, LoadMatch sour... more

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Brandon Weissman
President of Truck Safe Consulting and transportation attorney
Truck Safe Consulting
Episode: Trucking Changes 2026 Explained
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Episode: How to RUN a Box Truck Business in 2026
Sergio Manzo
CEO and co-founder of Severo Trucking LLC
Severo Trucking LLC
Episode: How Drayage Carriers Make Money at $2.50/Mile (Real Numbers)
Pargat Baidwan
Owner of Golden Key Express LLP
Golden Key Express LLP
Episode: How Reefer Carriers Stay PROFITABLE in 2025’s $2/Mile Market
Jason Putney
Owner of Downeast Shipping LLC
Downeast Shipping LLC
Episode: Fleet Growth SECRETS: How to Profit with Leased-On Drivers
Matt Planeta
Vice President of Heffernan Insurance Brokers
Heffernan Insurance Brokers
Episode: How Small Carriers and New MC's Can Cut $15K–$30K Insurance Costs
Corisa Carter
Owner of CM Transportation and founder of the Charleston Trucking Expo.
CM Transportation
Episode: Small Fleet Success: Making PROFIT in Intermodal Freight
Jamie Hagen
Owner of Hellbent Express
Hellbent Express
Episode: Breaking Down Every Dollar: Can You Survive in Trucking?
Jeff Dickinson
President and CEO of RGTX Logistics Solutions and co-founder of the Freight Fraud Task Force
RGTX Logistics Solutions
Episode: Freight Audits EXPLAINED: The Hidden Reason Carriers Lose Money

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Trucking Changes 2026 Explained
Q: What should small carriers be watching in relation to entry-level driver training changes?
FMCSA is auditing and removing non-compliant training providers from the registry, increasing the quality gate for training; while eligibility and core requirements aren't changing yet, the trend will raise training costs and push carriers toward more legitimate programs.
Trucking Changes 2026 Explained
Q: What is the Delilah Law and why does it matter to truck drivers in practical terms?
The Delilah Law tightens eligibility for CDL holders, potentially requiring re-certification and enforcing English language proficiency; if enacted, it could raise penalties for carriers employing drivers who don't meet eligibility criteria and shift how accidents and investigations are handled.
Trucking Changes 2026 Explained
Q: If you had to explain one of the biggest regulatory shifts happening this year in simple terms, what would you say small carriers should be paying attention to right now?
The dominant trend is enhanced enforcement rather than a flood of new rules; agencies are cracking down on how strictly existing regulations are applied, so carriers should focus on tightening compliance programs and proactive training to avoid penalties.
How to RUN a Box Truck Business in 2026
Q: How many trucks do you have and what do you love about your truck?
They own a 2022 Mack MD, purchased from auction, and they value its capacity and the status it gives; they have moved from renting to owning to reduce ongoing costs.
How to RUN a Box Truck Business in 2026
Q: What do you gross normally in a week?
They typically gross around $35,000 to $5,000 depending on season and contracts, with a preference for spot market loads and proximity to the Amazon Relay program.

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The show focuses on the financial and operational realities of running trucking businesses, with a strong emphasis on cost per mile, insurance, fuel, and payments. Episodes frequently feature owner-operators and small fleets sharing first-hand experiences on profitability, compliance, driver management, and market dynamics. Noteworthy angles include practical cash-flow strategies, regulatory changes, and innovative approaches like trailer sharing and intermodal opportunities, all anchored by data-driven discussion and real-world numbers. The format consistently helps listeners benchmark their own operations, understand risk, and identify actionable levers to improve margins, making it particularly valuable for small carriers, owner-operator... more

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