This Week In Trucking

Bobtail
  • 3.7 (3)
  • NEWS COMMENTARY
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

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.

  1. 12/18/2025

    How Drayage Carriers Make Money at $2.50/Mile (Real Numbers)

    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 sourcing, and how to survive your first two years with your own authority, this interview gives small carriers a clear look at what it takes to stay profitable in drayage in 2025. Perfect for new authorities, intermodal operators, and anyone trying to grow a fleet the right way. 🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ 🌍𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for This Week In Trucking's 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ✅In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, we break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS.  http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 📸 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:   bobtailcapital Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Founded by trucking families to help truckers, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fleet card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #intermodal #drayage #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    18 min

  2. 11/26/2025

    A Broker Reveals What Really Gets You Freight in Trucking

    In this episode, broker Daushawn Falls explains how small carriers can win more loads, negotiate better rates, and build strong broker relationships in 2025. If you're an owner-operator or small fleet trying to stay profitable, this interview breaks down the exact communication, tracking, and paperwork standards brokers look for—plus how to stand out in a tightening market. 🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ 🌍𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for This Week In Trucking's 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ✅In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, we break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS.  http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 📸 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:   bobtailcapital Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Founded by trucking families to help truckers, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fleet card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    16 min

  3. 11/12/2025

    How Reefer Carriers Stay PROFITABLE in 2025’s $2/Mile Market

    Golden Key Express runs 33 trucks hauling reefer freight at $2.15 a mile. In this episode, Pargat Baidwan shares how he scaled smart, reduced costs, and built a profitable fleet in 2025’s tough trucking market.  🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ 🌍𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for This Week In Trucking's 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ✅In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, we break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS.  http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 📸 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:   bobtailcapital Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Founded by trucking families to help truckers, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fleet card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    29 min

  4. 10/29/2025

    Fleet Growth SECRETS: How to Profit with Leased-On Drivers

    Founder of Downeast Shipping LLC, Jason shares how he built a profitable trucking business in 2025 — keeping his cost per mile below $1.70, and surviving one of the toughest freight markets in years. Learn how small carriers can adapt, stay profitable, and grow smarter. 🔴Stay ahead of new regulations and freight trends, 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀.🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ 🌍𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for This Week In Trucking's 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ✅In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, we break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS.  http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 📸 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:   bobtailcapital Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Founded by trucking families to help truckers, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fleet card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    38 min

  5. 10/15/2025

    How Truckers Are Getting Robbed in 2025: The Secrets Brokers Don’t Tell You

    Stop Losing Money to Freight Scams — Carrier Tips for 2025 Freight fraud and double brokering are exploding across the trucking industry in 2025, costing carriers thousands in lost revenue and reputation. In this episode of This Week in Trucking, Amy talks with Robert “Pedro” Peterson from Synergy Freight about how to spot fake loads, verify brokers, and protect your authority from scams. Learn how fraudsters are evolving, what red flags to look for in rate confirmations and BOLs, and how tools like Freight Validate and factoring can help small carriers stay profitable and secure. Perfect for owner-operators, dispatchers, and small fleets looking to stay safe and profitable in today’s freight market. 🔴𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘!🔴 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗗 🌍 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲:  https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ 🌍𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 for This Week In Trucking's 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ✅In our 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, we break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS.  http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  Visit Freight Validate: https://www.freightvalidate.com/ 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 📸 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:   bobtailcapital Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Co-founded by Gurvir Singh, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fleet card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #broker #freightbroker #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    35 min

  6. 09/24/2025

    How Small Carriers and New MC's Can Cut $15K–$30K Insurance Costs

    Insurance is one of the biggest expenses for small carriers and new trucking authorities in 2025, sometimes $15,000 to $30,000 a year. In this episode of This Week in Trucking, we sit down with insurance expert Matt Planeta, VP at Heffernan Insurance Brokers, to break down how premiums are set and what you can actually do to lower them. We cover: - The real cost of trucking insurance in 2025 for new authorities and small fleets - Why some carriers pay $15K a year while others pay over $30K - The biggest factors that raise premiums (CSA scores, driver records, equipment type, and cargo) - How to negotiate at renewal and avoid surprise spikes - Why working with a trucking-focused insurance broker matters - Long-term strategies for keeping insurance affordable while staying compliant If you’re a small carrier, owner-operator, or just starting your own authority, this episode will give you practical steps to cut costs, protect your business, and improve profitability. 🔴DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!🔴 👉 Sign up for This Week In Trucking's FREE newsletter! We break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS. http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  GET STARTED 🌍 Our website: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 Sign up for factoring:  https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 Sign up for a fleet card: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram:  bobtailcapital LISTEN TO THE SHOW 🔊Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6moRZOj4JaLFtML2HHxjqU?si=f4ea27a6a81742aa  🔊Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-trucking/id1744194419  ABOUT US Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Co-founded by Gurvir Singh, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services such as factoring or fuel card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #insurance #insurancetips #insurancecoverage #insuranceagent #truckinginsurance #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    45 min

  7. 09/19/2025

    Small Fleet Success: The Real Cost of Trucking in 2025 ($1.77 per Mile)

    🔴DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!🔴 Sign up for This Week In Trucking's FREE newsletter! We break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS. http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  GET STARTED 🌍 Our website: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 Sign up for factoring:  https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 Sign up for a fleet card: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram:  bobtailcapital LISTEN TO THE SHOW 🔊Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6moRZOj4JaLFtML2HHxjqU?si=f4ea27a6a81742aa  🔊Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-trucking/id1744194419  ABOUT US Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Co-founded by Gurvir Singh, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services such as factoring or fuel card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker     Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    28 min

  8. 09/10/2025

    Small Fleet Success: Making PROFIT in Intermodal Freight

    How to Build a Profitable Intermodal Trucking Business in 2025 In this episode of This Week In Trucking, host Caroline interviews Corisa Carter, owner of CM Transportation and founder of the Charleston Trucking Expo. Corisa shares her journey from the finance and customer service industry to becoming a leader in trucking. They discuss the operations and challenges of running a successful trucking company, including how Corisa supports her drivers, the impact of tariffs, and the unique business model that has sustained her for over 14 years. The episode also highlights the Charleston Trucking Expo, an event aimed at educating and supporting the trucking community. Corisa's passion for mentoring and sharing knowledge stands out in this inspiring conversation. 🔴DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!🔴 Sign up for This Week In Trucking's FREE newsletter! We break down the hottest freight markets by equipment type, plus interviews with carriers sharing their real cost per mile and PROFITS. http://www.bobtail.com/newsletter  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Check out the Charleston Trucking Expo: https://charlestontruckexpo.com/ Tickets to the Charleston Sept 20th Expo: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charleston-trucking-expo-drivers-appreciation-and-community-day-tickets-1347292962519 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GET STARTED 🌍 Our website: https://www.bobtail.com/ 🌍 Sign up for factoring:  https://www.bobtail.com/contact-us/ 🌍 Sign up for a fleet card: https://www.bobtail.com/fleet-card/ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram:  bobtailcapital Chapters:  00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:40 Carissa's Journey into Trucking 02:05 Starting CM Transportation 03:25 Owner Operator Insights 10:35 Intermodal Freight Operations 14:41 Insurance and Risk Management 19:46 Business Model and Mentorship 21:36 Mastering the Business Model 23:57 Navigating Tariffs and Their Impact 28:09 Adapting to Market Changes 31:34 Building Strong Relationships 33:56 Lessons Learned and Advice for New Entrepreneurs 36:08 Charleston Trucking Expo: A Community Initiative 39:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT US Bobtail is a financial services company dedicated to helping carriers manage cash flow, fuel expenses, and operations efficiently. Co-founded by Gurvir Singh, Bobtail offers factoring, fuel savings, and load management solutions tailored for small trucking businesses. We host in-depth conversations with carriers and industry experts, breaking down real company numbers and sharing valuable insights to help trucking businesses succeed. If you have any questions regarding our services, such as factoring or fuel card, please send us an email at hello@bobtail.com  #trucking #owneroperator #truckingbusiness #truckingindustry #truckinglife #boxtruckbusiness #hotshottrucking #truckingtips #truckingInsights #freighttrends #dieselprices #diesel #fuelupdate #truckerpodcast #truckingpodcast #podcast #trucker #intermodalcontainers #intermodals #intermodalfreight #intermodaltrucking  Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    41 min
See All (68)

Ratings & Reviews

3.7
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Bobtail
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 This Week In Trucking
  • Show Website
    This Week In Trucking