Stay In Your Lane Podcast

09/07/2025

Freight rates are shifting—but not how you might expect. Learn how lane-by-lane trends, inefficiency, and outdated pay models impact the freight market and the livelihoods of drivers nationwide.

As the freight market stabilizes post-pandemic, the trends in contract rates and market cycles are beginning to reflect a more complex, regionalized picture. What was once a market characterized by universally rising rates during the height of the pandemic has now evolved into something more nuanced...

08/07/2025

Is there really a driver shortage, or just a shortage of efficiency and pay? MIT’s Chris Caplice returns to break down the numbers and explain how smarter supply chain practices can improve driver wages and satisfaction.

02/07/2025

Capacity is shrinking, fake fleets are on the rise and legit carriers are feeling the squeeze. What’s next for trucking? Take a look at the forces shaping today’s supply chain and what it all means for your business.

After years of recent turmoil, the trucking industry and supply chain at large are once again faced with a turning point. Recent regulatory changes, enforcement crackdowns, and persistent fraud are shaking up capacity and spotlighting long-standing issues that are now coming to a head. A decades-old...

01/07/2025

What will be the fate of Mexican drivers under the Trump Administration? ATA’s Bob Costello breaks down what we can expect for B1 drivers with the ELP mandate. PLUS: FMCSA fraud numbers, why capacity needs to change, and even truck repossessions as we sail through what could be the worst freight recession on record. When times are tough and you need to make a plan, Bob Costello is THE man.

25/06/2025

Over two years into the current freight recession, experts say the worst may not be over. Find out how we got here and what’s really driving the chaos in today’s supply chain.

The freight market is no stranger to cycles of boom and bust, but the current downturn has many in the industry calling it the worst they've ever seen. Unlike previous freight recessions that were swift and sharp, this one is notable for its duration, confusion, and complex

24/06/2025

Tariffs up. Volumes down. Costs rising. The freight market is in uncharted territory, and this might be the worst downturn the industry has ever seen. American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Robert Costello returns with a breakdown of the freight industry’s turbulent moment in his latest economic update.

20/06/2025

Is this the worst freight economy we've ever seen? American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Robert Costello returns next week with an important economic update you won't want to miss. Join us Tuesday at 10:00 AM.

18/06/2025

Rule changes, simplified inspections, and new tech approvals—the FMCSA is rethinking compliance in 2025. What should carriers expect? Get the full breakdown here.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has proposed a sweeping set of rule changes aimed at streamlining compliance and reducing regulatory burdens on the trucking industry. Announced on May 30, 2025, the package includes 18 proposed reforms currently in a 60-day public comment peri...

12/06/2025

Next week, MIT’s Chris Caplice returns to the Stay In Your Lane Podcast to explore how smarter systems, better data, and streamlined operations could revolutionize the way freight moves. Don’t miss this game-changing conversation dropping this Tuesday at 10:00AM!

05/06/2025

Should FMCSA change the broker rules? Next week, our series with OOIDA Vice President Lewie Pugh tackles this hot-button issue. Join us Tuesday at 10:00 AM for a candid conversation about transparency, accountability, and what’s really at stake for carriers and brokers.

04/06/2025

Q1 was quiet. Tariffs are uncertain. Mortgage rates are stuck. What’s next for freight and manufacturing in 2025? Explore the economic outlook and learn why patience is the name of the game.

As we move through 2025, it’s clear that the freight and manufacturing sectors are entering a transitional phase. While the early months of the year saw an artificial spike in imports into Canada driven by anticipation of new tariffs, that early surge has since cannibalized future

03/06/2025

Is 2025 the freight industry’s “rebuilding year?” From tariff turbulence to shifting consumer demand, this year is shaping up to be one of transition. Get expert insights from MIT’s Chris Caplice on what’s ahead for freight and manufacturing.