On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Cowan Logistics’ Ben Tschirgi about preparing for the worst with Yellow and UPS. Don’t get caught flatfooted when and if these carriers strike. Tschirgi will also teach us the art of the freight parody song.

The Artist Tree’s Caroline Fontein takes us deep inside the world of marijuana and cannabis supply chains. From crop to sale, we’ll learn what goes into making freight happen in this growing category.

Konexial’s Ken Evans introduces us to token-based visibility. We’ll find out how it increases driver and fleet privacy. 

SH 130 Concession Co.’s Mike Razniewski thinks fleets should take toll roads as a cost-saving measure.

Plus, Yellow workers prepare for potential last day; dog performs CPR; meet the AI workers; and why you shouldn’t brake check a semi. 

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