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NUCLEAR VERDICTS FOR EVERYONE! YOU GET A VERDICT. Just like Oprah, everyone’s getting a nuclear verdict these days. They are all the rage right now. Today, we’re diving into the latest $160 million nuclear verdict. 💬 More in freight: ⚫️ Manipulated Driver Logs ⚫️ How To Deal With Freight Guards with Cale Pearson, Jason Putney, & Dan Artaev ⚫️ Growing FMCSA Concerns 🎧 Check out the entire podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/gMKgmPux 🌎 Subscribe to read the entire newsletter (it's free): www.ThinkFreight.io

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Shout out to James Brewer & ImportYeti. Their branding is absolutely 😎 And yes, the box is a shipping container. Such a nice touch. Be on the lookout for the podcast episode James and I recently recorded. If you’re a freight broker and not utilizing their data, you’re insanely missing out.

Register now to save! As a proud partner of Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics, Thinkfreight is excited to offer an extra $200 off the current registration price, bringing your savings to $1000 off the on-site rate. But don’t wait - prices go up Friday, September 13th! 😱 Learn more & register at https://lnkd.in/gqpayP76 #Manifest2025 #ManifestVegas 

We’re diving into the latest figures in freight brokerage, the ongoing exit of carrier capacity from the market, and the trend of declining trucking jobs. Overcapacity is continuing to put downward pressure on rates and trucking jobs, leading to the departure of more drivers from the industry before a potential recovery can materialize. 📍 Thanks to our sponsor, CarrierSource for sponsoring today’s newsletter. ⚫️ Driver Detention Impact Study | American Transportation Research Institute ⚫️ Carrier Review of the Week Presented by CarrierSource | Melton Truck Lines ⚫️ $20B Freight Under Management 🌎 Subscribe to read the entire newsletter (it's free): www.ThinkFreight.io

Today marks 23 years since the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We remember and honor the lives lost, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of a nation that came together in the face of unimaginable adversity. Let us continue to reflect on the importance of unity, compassion, and strength as we move forward, never forgetting the lessons learned from that day.

We’re exploring the $462 million nuclear verdict against trailer manufacturer Wabash, following a crash involving a motor carrier, a drunk driver, and a trailer from 2004 that met the specifications of that era. 📍 Thanks to our sponsor, Salesdash CRM for sponsoring today’s newsletter. 💬 More in freight: ⚫️ FedEx Driver Robbed ⚫️ Aurora Expands Driverless Operations ⚫️ Tesla Ramping Up Semi Production 🌎 Subscribe to read the entire newsletter (it's free): www.ThinkFreight.io

A Florida-based company known as RivX has been ordered to cease operations following a lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Florida. RivX is accused of defrauding customers with misleading promises of passive income and massive returns on their investment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gEkzMvgP

A recent federal court order has shut down a Florida-based company accused of defrauding customers with deceptive trucking investment schemes that promised passive income and massive returns on their investments. 📍 Thanks to our sponsor, Digital Permit Book 🚀 for sponsoring today’s newsletter. 💬 More in freight: ⚫️ $100 Million Nuclear Verdict Updates ⚫️ Mastering Creativity To Win More Freight with Krystina Booker ⚫️ $102 Million Electric Semi Charging Corridor 🌎 Subscribe to read the entire newsletter (it's free): www.ThinkFreight.io Meme credit Paul Howard

How can fleets promote safety, ease of adoption, and productivity in driver comms? After interviewing dozens of fleets, we've compiled our findings in our first ever whitepaper. This guide will help you identify common gaps and pitfalls in driver comms methods, and even includes a self-audit checklist so you can reflect on your approach. Reply "comms" in the comments to get the guide! #fleet #trucking #drayage #freight #logistics #ELD #freighttech