The Haul of Fame

1Truck America

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1Truck America brings you: The Haul of Fame - hosted by Ken Miller The essential podcast for the trucking and commercial vehicle business Tailor-made for professionals in the transportation and trucking industry. With a line-up of insightful topics and guests, each episode provides valuable industry knowledge. Stay tuned to stay informed about the current state of our industry and what lies ahead. Don't miss a single episode!

Jun 1

How AI & Computer Vision Are Revolutionizing Yard & Terminal Management - HoF Episode 41

The future of logistics and supply chain efficiency is here. In this video, we dive into how SiteTrax.io™ is redefining fleet intelligence for the modern world. As a powerful AI-as-a-Service platform, SiteTrax.io™ provides an incredibly simple yet revolutionary way to capture the ID and precise geolocation of intermodal assets—including shipping containers and chassis. By leveraging cutting-edge OCR (Optical Character Recognition) and advanced computer vision, SiteTrax.io™ allows you to capture critical data and send it anywhere you need it instantly. What you’ll learn in this video: - [ ] 📱 Instant Data Capture: How to capture asset data in near real-time with a single click on virtually any mobile device or fixed virtual gate solution. - [ ] 🔄 Seamless Integration: How the captured asset IDs and geo-locations are automatically pushed into public, enterprise, or distributed databases. - [ ] 🏗️ Operations Optimization: How to supercharge your Yard Management Systems (YMS) and Terminal Operating Systems (TOS) with frictionless data syncing. Say goodbye to manual tracking errors and delayed updates. Streamline your terminal operations and unlock true fleet intelligence today! 👉 Learn more at: Home - SiteTrax.io - AI and OCR for Supply Chain Assets 👉 Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more logistics technology updates! #FleetIntelligence #SiteTrax #LogisticsTech #AssetTracking #AIinLogistics #ComputerVision #OCR #SupplyChainInnovation #YardManagement #TerminalOperations

34 min
May 27

Supreme Court Rules 9-0! Brokers LIABLE for Truck Crashes 💥(News Flash)

The Supreme Court just dropped a unanimous 9-0 decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport (C.H. Robinson), reversing the Seventh Circuit and completely changing the freight industry forever. The high court ruled that Shawn Montgomery—a truck driver who tragically lost his leg—can pursue his negligent-hiring claim against freight broker C.H. Robinson. Despite the US Government, FMCSA, and US Commerce arguing that brokers shouldn't be liable, the Supreme Court sided with the victims and their families. What this means for the industry: - [ ] Broker Nightmare: 30% to 50% of freight brokers could go out of business. - [ ] Insurance Spike: Expect freight broker insurance to jump 5x to 10x. - [ ] Lawsuit Wave: Every major truck accident case will now look to sue the broker. Brace yourself. - [ ] The Due Diligence Trap: Since 94% of carriers have no safety rating from the FMCSA, what is considered "adequate due diligence"? If a driver uses an illegal CDL or has a conditional rating, is it now the broker's fault? The era of brokers claiming automatic immunity is officially over. __________________________________ Montgomery v. Caribe Transport The Seventh Circuit is reversed. The case goes back for proceedings consistent with the opinion. Shawn Montgomery, the driver who lost his leg when Yosniel Varela-Mojena veered off course in a Mack Truck hauling plastic pots through Illinois, can now pursue his negligent-hiring claim against C.H. Robinson.

8 min
May 1

AI for Freight Brokers: A Deep Dive with Rocco Pascente (Plot.AI) and Ken Miller - HoF Episode 40

Is AI just a buzzword in logistics, or is it finally ready to do the heavy lifting? In this episode, host Ken Miller sits down with Rocco Pascente, President and Co-Founder of Polt.AI, to discuss how they are revolutionizing the freight brokerage industry. Polt.AI isn't just another "visibility tool"—it’s a platform built to automate the manual, repetitive tasks that drain a broker's day, from carrier communication to exception handling. Rocco shares his insights from years of experience in the freight world and explains why the future of brokerage isn't about replacing humans, but about giving them "digital coworkers" to handle the chaos of the supply chain. 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into the future of logistics and technology. #FreightBroker #LogisticsAI #PoltAI #SupplyChainAutomation #KenMiller #FreightTech #AIWorkforce

21 min
Apr 1

The Ultimate Career Pivot: Bears TE Desmond Clark’s New Mission - HoF Episode 39

From catching touchdowns to delivering results! 🏈📦 Most fans remember Desmond Clark as the powerhouse Tight End who helped lead the Chicago Bears to Super Bowl XLI. But today, he’s dominating a different field. In this Short, we look at his transition from the NFL to the world of entrepreneurship as the owner of Bear Down Logistics. Desmond is proof that the "Bear Down" mentality doesn't stop when you hang up the cleats—it’s about leadership, grit, and building a winning team in the business world. In this video: • A look back at his 12-year NFL career. His journey founding Bear Down Logistics. How he uses sports leadership to drive business success. Don't forget to: ✅ Subscribe for more stories on athlete entrepreneurs! ✅ Like if you miss seeing #88 on the field. ✅ Comment your favorite Desmond Clark memory! #ChicagoBears #DesmondClark #BearDown #NFL #Entrepreneur #Logistics #SmallBusiness #AthleteTransition #DaBears #FootballToBusiness

18 min
Mar 1

50 Years of ITOY: From Classic Trucks to Electric Champions — HoF Episode 38

Join Florian Engel, CEO of 1Truck Media and Chairman of International Truck of the Year, as he guides us through an engaging journey titled “50 Years of International Truck of the Year.” We explore how trucks have evolved over the last five decades—from mechanical breakthroughs to today’s electric challengers that have claimed consecutive wins. Discover how the award winners’ attributes translate into fleet efficiency, driver comfort, and total cost of ownership. We’ll compare Europe and the USA, discuss owner and driver preferences, and dive into the critical role of service networks and TCO considerations. #TruckOfTheYear #InternationalTruckOfTheYear #TruckingHistory #ElectricTrucks #FleetEfficiency #TotalCostOfOwnership #DriverComfort #TruckTech #EuropeVsUSATrucks #FleetManagement

16 min
Feb 1

Global Ports and Terminal Dynamics in 2026: The Disruption — HoF Episode 37

In this episode, hosts Ken Miller and guest Luuk de Gruijter dive into the forces reshaping maritime ports and terminals and why terminal operations matter more than ever for fleet operators and transportation decision-makers. We shift focus from traditional “maritime shipping” chatter to the realities at the terminal level: congestion, schedule reliability, detention and demurrage costs, and the expansion of ports worldwide and how new capacity can alter terminal dynamics for operators and shippers.

27 min
Jan 1

Ep 36 - Business Intelligence with Travis Kokenes

Welcome to Episode 36 of The Haul of Fame Podcast! In this episode, Ken Miller sits down with Travis Kokenes from MacKay & Company to dive deep into the world of business intelligence in the trucking and logistics industry. Travis shares his insights on leveraging data to drive smarter business decisions, optimize operations, and stay ahead in a competitive market. We also discuss: How trucking companies can use analytics to improve profitabilityTrends in business intelligence for logistics and transportationStrategies for turning data into actionable insightsLessons from the field that every fleet owner should knowThis episode is proudly sponsored by Fullbay, the #1 shop management software for heavy-duty repair shops. Fullbay helps streamline shop operations, improve efficiency, and reduce administrative headaches—so you can focus on getting trucks back on the road faster. Learn more at Fullbay.com.

18 min
12/01/2025

HoF Classics - Wreaths Across America

Welcome to HoF Classics! This is a re-upload of Episode 32 and in this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Courtney George to discuss the impactful mission of Wreaths Across America. Learn how this incredible organization honors our fallen heroes by laying wreaths at military cemeteries across the nation. Whether you're new to the cause or a longtime supporter, this conversation will inspire you to get involved and make a difference. Visit and donate to Wreaths Across America here: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ 🔗 Subscribe for more inspiring stories 👍 Like, comment, and share to spread awareness! 🌟 Join us in honoring our heroes. #WreathsAcrossAmerica #HonorOurHeroes #MilitaryRemembrance #Veterans #Patriotism #CommunityService #MakeADifference #SupportOurTroops #RememberAndHonor #trucking #truckingindustry #transportation

25 min

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1Truck America brings you: The Haul of Fame - hosted by Ken Miller The essential podcast for the trucking and commercial vehicle business Tailor-made for professionals in the transportation and trucking industry. With a line-up of insightful topics and guests, each episode provides valuable industry knowledge. Stay tuned to stay informed about the current state of our industry and what lies ahead. Don't miss a single episode!

Creator

1Truck America
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

41
Rating

Clean
Show Website

The Haul of Fame