America's Truckin' Network

America's Truckin' Network 4/3/26

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:05:52 +0000

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; during the Mid-America Trucking Show, Nicole Ward, Founder and President of African American Women Trucking Association, stopped by to talk; oil and gas prices continue their volatility as result of the war with Iran; PRICE Futures Group, Senior Market Analyst, Phil Flynn had a few interesting theories regarding why prices are on the rise; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 4/2/26

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:05:52 +0000

Kevin covers and talks about the following stories: payroll processing company ADP reported Private Sector Employment Growth; while at the Mid-America Trucking Show last week Julie Wright, North American Marketing Manager, Shell Rotella stopped by to talk about Shell Rotella SuperRigs June 25 - 27 in Bristol TN., also the Your Truck Your Call Initiative; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported Retail Sales and Core Retail Sales; the Institute for Supply Management released their Survey of Manufacturing Purchasing Managers; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinion.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/1/26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:09:48 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Conference Board released the Consumer Confidence Index; while at the Mid-America Trucking Show, Karin Haumann, Shell’s OEM Technical Manager and chairperson of the API team developing the next generation of heavy-duty diesel engine oil standards, stopped by to talk about the rollout set for Jan. 2027; oil and gas prices continue to react to the war in Iran, The Strait of Hormuz threats and mixed diplomatic signals; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/31/26

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:07:42 +0000

Kevin talks about his experience at this past weekend's Mid-America Trucking Show; Derek Barrs, Administrator, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration stopped by our Booth at MATS to talk about his first 5 months on the job; oil and gas continue their rollercoaster reaction to the geopolitical events in the Middle East, Ukraine and Venezuela; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/26/26

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:07:24 +0000

Kevin talks about Day 1 of the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, KY; interviews Megan Brown, Sr. Director Product Management and Rishi Arora Head of Product, Geico Truck Insurance about their fist year rolling out truck insurance; various listeners stopping by to talk about the economy is affecting them, their opinion on the state of trucking and what is on their minds; Oil and Gas prices continue their rollercoaster ride reacting to the War with Iran and the negotiations, the Ukraine-Russia war; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-26-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:22:07 +0000

ATN will be at the Mid-America Trucking Thursday through Saturday; Iran is not admitting that negotiations are ongoing, but they are saying that the 15 point conditions to end the war are unacceptable, which they could only know as result of being part of the negotiations; oil and gas prices are reacting to the negotiations; Mike Kucharski, Co-Owner and VP of JKC Trucking, joins the show to talk about rising diesel prices, the Department of Transportation's crack down on illegal immigrants illegally attaining CDL licenses; an explosion and fire at a Texas refinery adding insult to injury regarding diesel prices; S&P Global releases good news/bad news data on U.S. Purchasing Managers Indices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/25/26

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:24:26 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Nebraska needs truckers for emergency efforts and is offering a fuel stipend; a southern Governor suspends motor fuel taxes for 60 days; last week the U.S. Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development reported January New-Home Sales; yesterday the Census Bureau reported January Construction Spending; the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) outlined Trump's highway policy and funding goals to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; oil and gas prices continue to react to the developments in the War with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz; after strong denials by the Speaker of Iran's Parliament, guess who's coming to the negotiating table; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/24/26

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:08:35 +0000

Kevin talks about and covers the following stories: update on fatal LaGuardia crash; ATN is heading to the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS); the coalition of some of the willing as some NATO Countries and others discuss assisting in the efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz; changes may be coming to Amazon Prime Day; oil prices fall and gas price increases slow; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 3/20/26

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:10:40 +0000

Kevin discusses the covers the following stories: oil and gas prices react to the war with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz choke point; a summary of where we are and how we got here with Iran; will our Allies join in and will NATO defend their fellow members; the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the details, sifts through the information, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 3/18/26

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:07:24 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the Federal Reserve announces their decision on interest rates; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Producer Price Index and Core Producer Price Index; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported New Factory Orders; this past Monday, the U.S. Transportation Department's, rules regarding asylum seekers, refugees, DACA recipients obtaining CDLs went into effect; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-18-26 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:29:28 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the National Association of Realtors released their Pending Home Sales Report; the National Association of Home Builders released the Housing Market Index/builder confidence; America's Commercial Transportation Research Co. and Freight Transportation Research Associates Transportation Intelligence reported February North American Class 8 truck orders; oil and gas prices react to the war with Iran and disruption of travel through the Straight of Hormuz; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/17/26

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:12:21 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: weather is back in the news; oil and gas prices react to the weekend events in Iran, the U. S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis released their second estimate of 4th quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP), 4th quarter consumer spending, business investment, exports, personal consumption and core personal consumption expenditures, durable goods orders; recently, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon spoke about how AI is reshaping their workforce and how it may affect the nation's workforce; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-13-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:23:00 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims and Continuing Jobless Claims; the U.S. Commerce Department reported January Housing Starts for single family and multi-family homes; also the Commerce Department reported Building Permits for single and multifamily homes; data from major Less Than Truckload (LTL) carriers indicates shipment and tonnage trends early in the first quarter of 2026; oil prices react to new threats from Iran's new Supreme Leader in a message read out on state television by a news anchor; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-12-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:09:37 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index and Core Consumer Price Index; Kevin takes a look at a few of the items in the report; affordability of median-income homebuyers changes from last year; the rollercoaster oil prices continue; gasoline prices react to the oil price fluctuations; Senior Market Analyst and Fox News Contributor, Phil Flynn's Energy Report explains some of the events with the War in Iran; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 3/11/26

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:08:34 +0000

Kevin has the latest on the news that affects the trucking industry.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/10/26

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:14:39 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: oil prices fluctuate wildly on news from the Iran war; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the February Nonfarm payroll numbers, the unemployment rate and wage growth: the Panama Canal Authority reported revenue for the first five months of their fiscal year; the U.S. Commerce Department reported January retail sales; Kevin has the details, sorts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 3/6/26

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:10:56 +0000

Kevin discusses the following topics and covers the following stories: changes at the Department of Homeland Security; the Federal Reserve released their latest "Biege Bokk," a collection of nationwide anecdotes and data; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Jobless Claims, Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported layoffs announced by U.S.-based employers; the U.S. Labor Department reported 4th Qtr. Labor Productivity; U.S. Ports report their January throughput; Kevin has the details, sorts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-5-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:19:14 +0000

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: update on the war in Iran from Israel's Defense and Security Forum daily Zoom call, are oil prices already signaling a quick victory in Iran?, ADP reports the January Private Sector Jobs numbers; in the wake of the recent Supreme Court decision, the European Union is discussing whether to proceed with tariff levels agreed to last summer; the stock market reacts to the Institute for Supply Management's (ISM) service sector survey; ISM released the Prices Paid Index, Employment Index and the New Orders Index; in the manufacturing sector, S&P Global released the Purchasing Manager's Business Activity Index and New Order Growth, Walmart and Target release their outlook for 2026; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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3-4-26 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:55:55 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the Blood Moon that wasn't; Labor Department to rescind Biden-era Independent Contractor rule; the Institute for Supply Management released their survey of manufacturers and prices-paid gauge; geopolitical events are affecting oil, gas, and energy transportation prices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/3/26

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:24:02 +0000

Kevin talks about Operation Epic Fury; Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, PRICE Futures Group, contributor - Fox Business News joins the show; Democrats and a few Republicans will attempt to force a vote on the War Powers Act; the Timeline of Iran's reign of terror; Kevin has the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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2-27-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:21:34 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims and Continuing Claims Report; Massachusetts and Wisconsin prosecute CDL test cheating schemes; Who shares the cab with truckers?; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and offers a few opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 2/26/26

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:07:29 +0000

Today is the last day to register for FREE to attend the Mid-America Trucking Show! Go to truckingshow.com; the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) calls on for-hire motor carriers to participate in its annual Operational Costs of Trucking report. Go to truckingresearch.org; Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will have their annual International Roadcheck from May 12 -14; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 2/25/26

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:12:28 +0000

Kevin reacts to the State of the Union address and reviews some of the highlights. Kevin also covers the following stories: last Friday the U.S. Commerce Department (CD) reported the 4th Quarter Gross Domestic Product; the CD's Bureau of Economic Analysis released the Personal Consumption Expenditures; the Conference Board reported February Consumer Confidence; Kevin talked about joining Dan Caroll during the previous afternoon on a show to talk about CDL Mills, enforcement of English Language Proficiency requirements and Chameleon Carrier Networks; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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2-20-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:13:42 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the Labor Department reported the U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims; some highlights in the minutes from the recent Federal Reserve meeting; the Conference Board, a research group, reported the Leading Economic Index; a story from The Wall Street Journal, pointed to a number of companies announcing price increases, hint, the reason is not what you have been led to believe; Kevin has the data, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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2-19-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:40:55 +0000

The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported Single-Family Housing Starts; Gross Domestic Product predictions are being floated, Kevin points out the total number of Federal Employees who were furloughed and/or went without paychecks and how much money was held out of the economy heading into the holiday season; mortgage rates are on the move; the Commerce Department reported December Durable Goods Orders; the Federal Reserve reported Industrial Output and Capacity Utilization; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) and Freight Transportation Research Associates – Transportation Intelligence (FTR) reported January Class 8 Orders; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 2/18/26

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:14:26 +0000

Weather is in the news today; Kevin talks about Ash Wednesday; the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released their latest Housing Market Index; Kevin discusses affordability, if interest rates were lower; the Trump administration repeals the 2009 EPA Endangerment Finding; record tariff revenues shrink the U.S. budget deficit; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin" Network 2/17/26

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:10:36 +0000

Kevin talks about Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), the origin of bock beer, etc.; his thoughts and summary of the Daytona 500; 38 days from the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS); on Friday the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Core Consumer Price Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 2/13/26

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:13:00 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; the National Association of Realtors reported January Existing Home Sales; now that most States have decriminalized marijuana, The New York Times Editorial Board revisits their 2014 support for legalization; Kevin has the details, sorts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Tuckin' Network -- 2/11/26

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:15:57 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department released the Holiday Retail Sales Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT Research) reported preliminary net data for December Trailer Orders; the Small Business Administration issued policy guidelines for green-card-holder applicants; Congress and President Trump approved funding for truck parking in the fiscal 2026 budget; oil reacts to geopolitical events and anticipated inventory levels; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 2/10/26

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:10:28 +0000

Kevin talks about Superbowl LX, he actually has an opinion on the Pre-game concert, Pre-game events, NBC's interview with President Trump (an annual tradition by the broadcast company airing the Super Bowl), the halftime show and the game itself; this past Friday, the University of Michigan's Surveys of Consumers aka Consumer Sentiment Index was released; the Job Openings Report was released last week; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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2-6-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:07:27 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Warns Carriers of Aggressive Phishing Scheme; the U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims; oil prices react to on again, off again U.S. - Iran talks schedule for later today, concerns regarding the safety of ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz in the Red Sea between Iran and Oman, strength of the U.S. dollar, inventory levels and trade deals; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 2/5/26

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:07:06 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: ADP released their January Jobs Report; PepsiCo plans price adjustments; Walmart hits a new milestone; who will control the ports at each end of the Panama Canal? Oil reacts to geopolitical events and crude oil inventory volumes; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/4/26

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:11:16 +0000

The Federal Government extended to a third business day; Illinois Judge rules $243 million of Transportation Funds Misspent; Judge denies bid to make California Issue non-domiciled CDLs; South Carolina deploys virtual weigh stations using sensors; Kevin offers his personal perspective on such issues, has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers an opinion or two along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 2/3/26

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:09:09 +0000

Another Government shutdown is upon us; the U.S. Labor Department released the Producer Price Index; S&P Global U.S. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index has been released including-new orders, production, employment, supplier deliveries, etc.; Amazon announces Corporate job cuts; oil prices react to geopolitical events, a stronger dollar, milder U.S. weather forecasts and OPEC+ production announcements; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 1/30/26

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:06:30 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; media analysis of the Federal Reserve's decision to leave interest rates unchanged; Toyota, Volkswagen and Hyundia report 2025 sales, which company was the world's top-selling automaker and what was the effect of tariffs? Actor Edward Norton promotes ship emission-cutting technology; Omdia Automotive reported December U.S. Class 8 Truck Sales; oil prices react to geopolitical events and a weaker US dollar; Kevin has the details, digs into the data , puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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1-29-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:13:43 +0000

Affordability and inflation, Kevin takes a look at increasing costs that are not being discussed, the hidden portion of the inflation puzzle; on Monday, the Commerce Department reported November durable goods and core durable goods orders; on Tuesday, the U.S. Conference Board's January Consumer Confidence Index was released; the Federal Reserve announced their interest rate decision; Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell held a press conference, after the interest rate decision was released, to give his assessment of the economy; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 1/28/26

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:11:53 +0000

Winter Storm Fern continues to drive the news, number of deaths, numerous record setting daily snowfall totals, record breaking temperatures, flight cancellations, widespread ice accumulations and the uniqueness of snow; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issues storm emergency hours of service waivers affecting 40 states; the Federal Reserve is not expected to reduce interest rates during their 1st meeting of the year and what that means for your budget; Japan's central bank rates compared to the U.S.; S&P Global Purchasing Managers Index reports released; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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1-23-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:14:06 +0000

Severe weather is back in the news; the U.S. Labor Department announced the Weekly Jobless Claims, Kevin points out the different ways the same information is covered by various news outlets; the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released its final reading of 3rd quarter Gross Domestic Product; BEA also released the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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1-22-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:08:56 +0000

The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the October Construction Spending Report; UPS Drivers Eric Johnson and Mike Moxley join the program to to discuss Major Health Concerns Regarding Inward-Facing Infrared Driver Monitoring Cameras; the National Association of Realtors reported December Home Sales; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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1-9-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:09:31 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; how different news outlets report the same Initial Jobless Claims numbers; Oxford Economics takes a look at supposed layoffs due to AI; the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco takes an interesting view on higher tariffs; data regarding the U.S. economy's "secret weapon" was released yesterday; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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1-8-26 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:08:15 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: ADP reported December Private Sector Job Creation data; percentage of jobs in small, medium and large companies; U.S. Bureaus of Labor Statistics reported Job Openings and Labor Turnover; Transport stocks react to the level of economic optimism; oil and gas prices react to the events in Venezuela and other geopolitical events and comparisons to this time last year; Kevin has the details, digs into the numbers, puts the data into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network 1-7-26

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:07:24 +0000

Looking ahead to what we expect to see in 2026. IKC Trucking's Mike Kucharski joins Kevin to talk about the effect of illegal immigrants driving trucks. Kevin also compares his 2025 predictions against the so-called experts. And Kevin has the details on the car sales numbers that were released by Ford, Toyota and GM.

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America's Truckin Network -- 1/6/26

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:07:35 +0000

The Christmas Season has come to an end with the celebration of the Epiphany. Nicolas Madura, the illegitimate president of Venezuela, had an epiphany of his own with the FO phase of the FAFO policy of the Trump Presidency during Operation Absolute Resolve; Bank of America CEO, Brian Moynihan offered his view on the U.S. Economy during a recent interview; ABC News takes a look at some holiday shopping season results; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical pespective, offers his insights and opinions.

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1-2-26 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:09:03 +0000

Kevin discusses a story criticizing President Trump's tariffs; compares the stock market at the beginning of the year and the end of the year; President Trump's push for U.S. energy dominance; November Truck tonnage numbers; November Pending home sales; Kevin has the details and offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Trucking Network 1-1-26

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:08:31 +0000

Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.

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12-31-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:09:35 +0000

On this 7th day of Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025. Kevin talks about many of the Executive Orders, regulation enforcement, initiatives, pilot programs, etc. instituted to support America's truck drivers and make our roadways safer. Kevin also speaks with Amber Caron, Director of Communications, Wreaths Across America about their recent successful wreath laying ceremony across the Country and a special matching opportunity.

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12-30-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:22:48 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims last week; Kevin interviews Sam Collier, Dean of Manufacturing & Transportation Technology, Gateway Community & Technical College regarding Gateway's CDL training program; the U.S. Commerce Department released the October Durable Goods Orders; Kevin looks at the economic reports, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 06:20:47 +0000

Kevin talks about the actual cost of the 12 days of Christmas. He also talks learning the trades with Sam Collier of Gateway Community College.

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12-24-25 - America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:44:25 +0000

Kevin Gordon hosts America's Truckin' Network on the Christmas Eve 2025

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12-23-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:10:32 +0000

Kevin talks about comments made by Rush Enterprises CEO W.M. "Rusty" Rush during a press event at last week's 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo in Nashville and covers the following stories: a pop-up survey, which was actually more of a push poll, from what appeared to be a Liberal Organization regarding whether you support lawmakers' plans to ban gas cars; Wreaths Across America reported the results of the wreath laying ceremony this past December 13th; the National Association of Realtors released their Existing-Home Sales Report; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his opinions and insights.

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12-19-25 America's Truckin' Network

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 23:32:50 +0000

Kevin returns to familiar surroundings after attending the Rush Enterprises 20th Anniversary Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) in Nashville, TN at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, Sunday through Tuesday, and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Mitch Davisson, Director of Collision Centers, Rush Enterprises, New Braunfels, Texas, stopped by the ATN Booth at the TSR, to discuss the Body and Paint competition; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index.

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12-18-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:19:54 +0000

Kevin recaps his attendance at the 20th Anniversary, Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo (TSR) this past Sunday thru Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. While at the TSR Kevin spoke with Victor Cummings, Vice President, Service Operations, Rush Enterprises about the competition, employee retention, mentoring programs, internship programs and an innovative program for trade school students. Robert LaValley, Heavy Duty Technician from Flagstaff, AZ., stopped by to talk about his participation and being a finalist in every competition since the first TSR in 2006.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/16/25

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:31:07 +0000

Kevin talks with Rush Enterprises employees Connie Dempsey, Senior Continuous Improvement and Deborah Smith, Director of Operations Continuous Improvement, who are part of the Tech Skills Rodeo Committee, they discuss the planning, logistics, lining up sponsors and Trade Show participants; they also discuss their positions with Rush Enterprises, how their career path lead them there and advice for people who might be considering a career in the trucking industry. Additionally, Michael Freeze, Features Editor, Transport Topics and Leo Baros Associate Editor, TruckNews.com join the show to talk about their Tech Skills Rodeo experience, as well as their opinions on the state of the Economies in the U.S. and Canada.

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America's Truckin Network -- 12/16/25

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:08:06 +0000

Kevin was on the floor of the 20th Anniversary of the Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo at the Gaylord, Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville TN,; he described the trip to Nashville, on Saturday, through the Winter Weather Advisories, Sunday's Collision Center competition, setting up the ATN booth at the venue, the night dinner cruise on the General Jackson, talks with Rush Enterprises, Jody Pollard, Senior Vice President, Vehicle After Market Sales & Robb Nixon, Vice President Sales and Tech Rodeo competitor, Chris Purcell, Atlanta Technician, Grand Champion 2021 and 2024.

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12-12-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:08:47 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; some of the various media outlet's coverage were misleading at best; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Employment Cost Index which tracks changes changes in wages and benefits; the U.S. Department of Agricuture released their estimates for 2026 cattle prices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspectve, offers opinions and insights.

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12-11-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:18:36 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the Federal Reserve announced their interest rate decision; Home Depot, during an investor day, offered preliminary guidance for 2026; Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, PRICE Futures Group, in his Energy Report, discusses energy "affordability" and green energy push during the Biden years; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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12-10-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:07:52 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Realtor.com reports the October delistings; U.S mortgage rates vs other countries; the National Federation of Independent Business released their Small Business Optimism Index; the U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics released the October Job Openings and Turnover Survey (JOLTS); Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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12-9-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:08:57 +0000

Kevin talks about his alma matre Xavier University's upset victory over the University of Cincinnati in the "Crosstown Shootout"; Indiana's stunning victory over THE Ohio State University; the College Football Playoff selection results; Cincinnati Bengals vs Buffalo Bills; the U.S. Commerce Department released the much anticipated Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index the Core Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; local gas prices compared to the national prices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and of course, his opinions.

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12-5-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:09:15 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the national average price for a gallon of regular gas dips to the lowest level since May of 2021; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobles Claims; the National Retail Federation (NRF) reported the data from the Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday shopping kickoff to the holiday season; the Trump administration proposes changes to the Biden-era 2031 fuel economy standards; Kevin has the details sifts through data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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12-4-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:09:42 +0000

Kevin talks about the early snowfall in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area compared to past records; ADP reported November Private Payrolls; President Trump, during the Dec 2nd Cabinet meeting, commented when he plans to announce his pick for the next Federal Reserve Chairman; the numbers from Black Friday and Cyber Monday have been released; the Trump Administration is expected to announce new fuel efficiency standards; oil and gas prices react to stalled Russia - Ukraine peace talks and anticipated U.S. crude oil inventories; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/3/25

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:51:05 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: falling gasoline prices; the Institute for Supply Management's manufacturing index was reported; Tariffs lead to layoffs...but not in the U.S.; FedEx to cut jobs because of an unusual circumstance; Kevin has the details digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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12-2-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:37:43 +0000

Kevin talks about his Thanksgiving day experience with his family, as well as a couple of unexpected curve balls during the preparation process; the Christmas season has officially begun for Kevin, he explains why; the 2025 Hurricane Season has ended, Kevin takes a look at the data versus the predictions from the "Climmunists"; U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hints at a Christmas present from President Trump; some early Black Friday retail numbers have been released; predictions of Cyber Monday retail numbers have been released; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, offers his insights and opinions.

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11-27-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:07:16 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the American Transportation Research Institute recently released a report, "The Fight Against Cargo Theft"; Tequila from a joint venture of Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar was stolen; craft whiskey stolen from a Burlington, WA warehouse; Top Cyber Security Pro, Dave Hatter joins the show to discuss identity theft, business identity theft, the sophistication of cyber thieves and how to prevent it; the U.S Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; the Commerce Department's Census Bureau released Capital Goods Orders data and Durable Goods Orders; the Atlanta Federal Reserve forecasted 3rd Quarter Gross Domestic Product; Kevin has the details, sifts through the numbers, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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11-25-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:10:12 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the September Producer Price Index and Core Producer Price Index; the Census Bureau announced September Retail Sales; the Conference Board released the Consumer Confidence Index; the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller index was released on Tuesday; Kevin has the information, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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11-24-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:10:58 +0000

Kevin kicks off Turkey Week talking about grocery prices and he and his wife's feast preparation; the University of Michigan released their Monthly Consumer Sentiment Report; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the September Nonfarm payroll numbers, Average Hourly Earnings and Labor Participation Rate; oil and gas prices react to the possibility of another interest rate cut and the prospect of a peace deal in Ukraine; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.

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11-21-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:07:13 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: AAA is out with their estimate for Thanksgiving travel; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims; the National Association of Realtors reported October existing home sales; now that the Government shutdown has ended, the House, Senate and transportation leaders can turn their attention to the Highway Bill; a nationwide study from Critical Mass Insights was released indicating the level of support for the "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act"; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and some opinions along the way.

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11-19-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:08:50 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Haver Analytics estimated the Weekly Jobless Claims last week; the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI); Running Man star Glen Powell had an interesting monologue when he hosted Saturday Night Live this past Saturday; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions. Additionally, Phil Flynn, Senior Account Executive, The PRICE Futures Group joins Kevin to discuss energy and the economy.

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11-14-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:07:35 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Tolls to increase in Illinois; FedEx issues guidance on this quarter's expected profit; Oklahoma Highway Patrol and ICE conduct a second round of valid CDL crackdown; California to revoke 17,000 CDL's of Illegal Immigrants; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. releases their report on trucking capacity; events affecting oil and gas prices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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11-12-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:10:01 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Has Noah's Ark finally been found?; Phil Flynn's Energy Report discusses the International Energy Agency's (IEA) ridiculous prediction of peak oil demand and the Climmunist's gathering in Brazil called Conference of the Parties 30 (COP 30) Climate Change Conference; Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross assesses the 2025 Hurricane Season; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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11-12-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:12:15 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the National Retail Federation projects Holiday spending; data from GenLogs drive Trucking industry confidence; the National Federation of Independent Business released their October Small Business Optimism Index; KFF, formerly known as The Kaiser Family Foundation, released their Annual Health Benefits Survey; Kevin has the details; sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/7/25

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:30:24 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: a correction and update regarding the Louisville UPS cargo plane crash; S&P Global released their October U.S. Services Purchasing Managers' Index and the Institute for Supply Management released their October Purchasing Managers Index for Services Providers; after U.S. President Trump and China's President Xi Jinping met in South Korea last week, trade tensions are thawing; factors affecting oil and gas prices; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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11-5-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:23:06 +0000

Kevin discussed the following topics: common sense tells us there is no driver shortage, when stories are written about "inflation", the examples given blaming tariffs don't add up; S&P Global U.S. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was released, example of the headline doesn't match the story; China buying wheat and soy beans for the first time this year; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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11-3-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:10:38 +0000

It's November, Turkey Month, Kevin reminisces about the years of helping his Mother preparing the Thanksgiving Day Meal and the first time he soloed preparing the Thanksgiving meal for 20+ people; Michael Maddox, Butterball Turkey Talk-Line Expert joins him to talk about the Butterball Turkey Hotline to help guide you through the process to make day less intimidating; the U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims were estimated by economists at different companies in lieu of the Bureau of Labor Statistics number unavailable during the Government shutdown; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a couple of opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/31/25

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:16:52 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories and topics: Hurricane Melissa is now pounding Bermuda; President Trump returns from his 5-day Asia trip; Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President, Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) joins the show to discuss the latest Bills before Congress which align with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Interim Final Rules regarding Non-domiciled CDLs and English Language Proficiency; an editorial by Craig Fuller, CEO at FreightWaves takes on the issue of a "truck driver shortage"; Kevin has the details digs, into the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinion.

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10-30-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:06:06 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: update on Hurricane Melissa's path; the Federal Reserve announced its decision on interest rate cuts; the Conference Board released their Consumer Confidence Index; the difference between what is being reported vs what the people are concerned about; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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10-29-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:28:08 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: an update on Hurricane Melissa; are tariffs to blame for higher coffee prices?; the National Association of Realtors reported September existing home sales; President Trump offers a plan to lower beef prices; cattlemen look for a long-term solution for beef supply; U.S., and China trade deal is drawing closer; U.S. - Canada trade deal talks terminated "Reagan ad", sighted as one of the reasons; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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10-27-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:09:56 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Hurricane Melissa has her eye on Jamaica; the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released its 21st annual Top Industry Issues; differing U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims have been estimated by economists at 4 separate companies, Citigroup, Nationwide, Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan; the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics released the September Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Core CPI; the Social Security Administration announced the Cost-Of-Living Allowance (COLA) for Social Security recipients; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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Tri-State Chevy Dealers Bengals Postgame Show - 10/26/2025

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 01:21:21 +0000

Chick Ludwig & Bruce Kozerski break down the Bengals loss from today along with your calls.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/24/25

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:10:21 +0000

Kevin covered the following story: Hurricane Melissa is making news in the Southern Caribbean; yet another illegal Indian national truck driver causes an accident, this time in Southern California, killing 3 people; illegal immigrant trucker accused in fatal California crash, released by Biden administration after 2022 border crossing; the trucker according to CBS news "He's an amazing guy..."; Overdrive magazine revealed the true story of the active non-domiciled CDLs; States targeted by DOT respond to non-domiciled CDL freeze; oil and gas prices are on the move; Kevin has the details, Digs through the data, discusses the information, offers his insights and opinions.

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10-23-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:06:06 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Mortgage Bankers Association reported applications to refinance home loans; Walmart U.S. CEO, John Furner, participated in CNBC's Invest in America Forum and an interview with ABC's George Stephanopoulos; Walmart announced Thanksgiving grocery prices; the latest oil and gas prices; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, discusses the information, puts the particulars into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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10-22-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:14:00 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: tariff and trade negotiations are falling into place and the effects are coming into focus with companies looking forward with optimism; many in the media, continue to talk about the release of the of Federal Reserve minutes from their September meeting, Kevin sees contradiction from reality; former Obama Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors and current Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President, Austan Goolsbee, discussed on Fox Business News his "independent" view of the impact of the government shutdown, inflation and tariffs; September Class 8 Truck Sales were reported by Wards Intelligence; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, discusses the information, puts the particulars into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/21/25

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:09:47 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Due to the Government (Schumer) Shutdown, JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs released their individual estimates of Weekly Jobless Claims and the number of people receiving unemployment benefits after the initial week; 5 more Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) have been removed from the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration's registered devices list; last week the Federal Reserve released their periodic Beige Book report; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and a few opinions.

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10-16-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:05:51 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: despite the rhetoric last week, New Social Security Cost-Of-Living Adjustment (COLA) release date confirmed amid Government shutdown; the Department of Energy terminated $7.5 Billion in grants for last minute Biden-approved projects; oil and gas prices react to U.S.-China trade tensions; International Energy Agency's prediction of crude oil supply surplus in 2026; a possible meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jingping later this month; comments by Fed-Chair Jerome Powell indicating further rate cuts this year; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions.

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10-15-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:04:34 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: last Friday, the University of Michigan released their first reading of the October Consumer Sentiment Survey; the truth about inflation - current vs recent years; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) released the preliminary data on September Class 8 Truck Orders and Freight Transportation Research Associates – Transportation Intelligence (FTR) reported their preliminary net orders for September; the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released their September NFIB Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin has the details, digs in to the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/14/25

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:05:07 +0000

Kevin talks about the return of Israeli hostages by Hamas, peace breaking out in the Middle East and the next steps toward a sustainable peace in the Region; the hostages' release occurred on the 108th anniversary of the "Miracle of the Sun"; a story reporting on the final revision of the 2nd quarter GDP numbers, including a "What's really going on with the economy; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and few opinions.

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10-10-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:05:23 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: ceasefire reached between Israel and Hamas; Government shutdown could delay yearly Social Security Payment Announcement; Haver Analytics, Goldman Sachs and Oxford Economics, each, reported Initial Jobless Claims, because the Federal agency that usually provides the data are closed due to the Government Shutdown; States' Commercial Vehicle dragnets snag English Language Proficiency and Commercial Driver License violations; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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10-8-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:05:03 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met at the White House and held a press conference before they met privately to negotiate trade and security issues; market research firm, Cox Automotive reported 3rd Quarter U.S. Auto Sales; the U.S. Department of Transportation outlined how the various agencies, under their umbrella, will function during the Government shutdown; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/7/25

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:40:02 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: During the Government shutdown, alternate data being used for economic reports; the Chicago Federal Reserve reports unemployment level; outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported layoff and hiring rates; the Schumer Shutdown threatens the timely release of key economic data; duration of Federal Government shutdown, in days, by President; ADP Research released their Private Sector Payroll Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. reported August Used Class 8 Truck Sales; oil and gas prices react to supply/demand factors, operation issues and geopolitical events; Kevin has the details, digs through the information, discusses the data, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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10-3-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:05:58 +0000

Kevin talks about the Federal Government Shutdown; What the Department of Transportation's shutdown plan means for trucking; on Sept. 26th Secretary Sean Duffy, Department of Transportation, declared a "national emergency" over states handling of commercial driver licenses for noncitizens; oil and gas prices react to concerns about oversupply of crude oil; a potential OPEC+ crude oil production increase; rising crude oil, gasoline and distillate inventories as refining activity and demand is softening; Kevin has the details, digs into the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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9-26-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:04:58 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released its third and final estimate of second-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP); how the various news agencies covered the final GDP estimate; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; how the various news agencies covered the Jobless Claims Report; August For-Higher Truck Freight Tonnage Index was released by the American Trucking Associations: Kevin has the details, digs through the data, analyzes it, puts it into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin Network -- 9/25/25

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:20:18 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Hurricane Gabrielle and other Atlantic Tropical Depressions update; S&P Global US Flash Purchasing Managers Index was released; the U.S. Census Bureau released August New Home Sales Report; oil and gas prices react to U.S. crude oil inventory data, geopolitical events and news; Kevin has the details, points out how certain news organizations choose to cover the same story, discusses the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way.

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America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:13:51 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: Hurricane Gabrielle update; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration data shows surge in roadside inspections; Feds charge 6 in connection with scam to fraudulently obtain CDLs; FedEx reported 1st Qtr. results and guidance for the remainder of the year; Kevin has the details, discusses the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two. Kevin interviews Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations, Wreaths Across America about their mission to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve and Teach the next generation the value of freedom, as well as to spread the word to drivers and carriers interested in joining the Honor Fleet to help fill their open lanes to deliver wreaths to every participating cemetery.

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America's Truckin Network -- 9/23/25

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:05:26 +0000

Kevin talks about the memorial service for Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, assassinated on September 10th, and covers the following stories: American Trucking Associations seeking Department of Transportation clarification if a pending federal proposal to downgrade marijuana were to happen; Ward's Intelligence released data on August Class 8 Truck Sales; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) reported August Trailer Orders; Kevin has the details, discusses the data, offers his insights and opinions.

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9-19-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:05:27 +0000

Here are the stories Kevin discussed during the program: the day after the Federal Reserve cut the interest rate many articles discussed the move; a local story discussing Procter and Gamble "price hikes"; the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; The Conference Board released the Leading Economic Index; oil and gas prices react to economic news and geopolitical events; Kevin has the details, discusses the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.

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9-18-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:55:06 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the Federal Reserve announced their first rate cut in 9 months; the U.S. Commerce Department reported the August Single-Family Housing Starts and Building Permits; a look at Canadian Housing Starts for comparison purposes; Washington State launches a toll route near ports; oil and gas prices react to economic news and geopolitical events; Kevin has the details, discusses the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and an opinion or two.

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9-17-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:25:55 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Chris Spear, President, American Trucking Associations penned an editorial "Tax Cuts Keep Supply Chain Moving"; the U.S. Commerce Department reported August Retail Sales; CNBC/NRF (National Retail Federation) released their Retail Monitor Report; Winners and Losers from the August Retail Sales Report; the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index was released; Economic reports and Geopolitical events affecting oil and gas prices; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

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9-16-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:47:23 +0000

Kevin talks about National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and where you can find certain deals; the University of Michigan released their preliminary September Survey of Consumers (Consumer Sentiment); Mexico plans tariffs of 50%; events affecting oil and gas prices; Kevin has the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and offers an opinion or two.

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9-12-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:43:11 +0000

Kevin pays tribute to the life of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk; speaks with Jody Pollard, Senior Vice President, Truck and Aftermarket Sale and Robb Nixon, Vice President Sales about a wide range of topics including the Section 179 deduction, Freight Recovery, Tariff Clarity, 2027 Emission Regulation, Interest Rates, Tariff related supply chain issues and biggest concerns being heard from customers; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Consumer Price Index and Core Consumer Price Index; the U.S. Labor Department reported Initial Jobless Claims; European Central Bank actions versus our Federal Reserve action; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his insights and an opinion or two along the way. Oil and gas prices react to possible softening of U.S. demand, U.S. consumer price data and Saudi Arabia increasing exports to China .

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America's Truckin Network -- 9/11/25

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 05:09:03 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported the Producer Price Index and Core Producer Price Index; how some in the media are covering the same news; The National Federation of Independent Business Optimism Index was released; the American Trucking Associations published the 2025 edition of American Trucking Trends; Transportation groups sent a letter to House and Senate transportation leaders detailing Highway Bill priorities; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two. Kevin points out the various economic and geopolitical events affecting oil and gas prices.

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9-10-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:42:59 +0000

In this abbreviated show, Kevin covers the following stories: this past Friday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the August Nonfarm Payroll Report and the unemployment rate; last Wednesday, the Federal Reserve released their "Beige Book;" Kevin discusses the details, digs into the numbers, puts the data into historical perspective and offers his insights and opinions.

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9-5-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:09:02 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; ADP released their Private-Sector Jobs Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) reported July Used Class 8 Truck Sales; Freight Groups indicate their agenda as Congress puts together the next comprehensive policy for the nation's transportation system; Kevin has the details, digs through the information, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and offers some opinions along the way. Oil and gas prices react to a surprise build in U.S. crude inventories, anticipated OPEC+ increasing production increases and other geo-political events.

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America's Truckin Network -- 9/4/25

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:10:38 +0000

Trump "teases" Xi, Putin an Kim of conspiring against the U.S.; last Friday, the National Association of Realtors released July Pending Home Sales; Real Estate Firm Redfin released data on home-purchase agreement cancellations; S&P Cotality Case-Schiller Index released data on which cities are experiencing falling home values; last Friday, the University of Michigan released their Consumer Sentiment Survey; Virginia ends tolls on a bridge in the State; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. Oil and gas prices react to expectations of this weekend's OPEC+'s meeting and various economic news and reports.

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9-3-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:16:06 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released Personal Income and Disposable Personal Income numbers; last Friday, the U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index, the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation; Kevin points out from where the minor increase in inflation is coming, hint, it's not coming from where they have led us to believe!; Ford announces yet another recall; Kevin has the details, digs into the numbers, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. Oil and gas prices react to anticipation that OPEC+, at the upcoming Sunday meeting, will not unwind remaining voluntary cuts, Saudi Aramco halting crude sales to India, Ukraine's attacks on Russia's oil-processing capacity and the recent meeting between Russia's Putin and China's Xi, the "Shanghai Cooperation Organisation."

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America's Truckin Network -- 9/1/25

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:09:39 +0000

Kevin talks about GasBuddy's National Average Price Per Gallon Labor Day comparison over the last 5 years. This past Thursday, The U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released the latest estimate of 2nd Quarter Gross Domestic Product; BEA also released profits on various corporations.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/28/25

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:10:52 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicates conditions "may warrant" interest rate cuts; a developing story regarding evidence of Chinese Infiltration of the Federal Reserve; Fed Governor Adriana Kugler announces her resignation; Fed Governor Lisa Cook fired over allegations of mortgage fraud; U.S. Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Develpment reported July new home sales; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion of two.

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8-22-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 05:16:39 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims; the National Association of Realtors reported July Existing Home Sales; Walmart released their 2nd Quarter revenue, earnings and their outlook for the remainder of the year; a CNBC headline "Trump tariffs affect Walmart prices" (hint: NOT SO FAST) . Kevin has the details, digs through the numbers, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions along the way. Oil reacts to stalled Russia-Ukraine peace talks and an uncertain path, U.S. data showing signs of strong demand.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/21/25

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:13:25 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Illegal immigrant trucker accused of killing 3 people in Florida; truckstop.com and Bloomberg Intelligence released the results of two surveys of carriers' and brokers' optimism; Kevin covers the details, digs through the information, puts the stories into historical perspective and offers his insights and an opinion or two.

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8-20-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:32:15 +0000

On this abbreviated ATN, Kevin covers the following topics: An update on Hurricane Erin; offers his thoughts on the events regarding the Russia-Ukraine war peace process, from the Putin-Trump meeting last Friday to the Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky and 7 European leaders. Kevin offers his insights and offers a few opinions along the way.

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8-14-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:06:46 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: Tropical Storm Erin update; the Upcoming Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's Brake Safety Week; the U.S. Labor Department reported U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the July Producer Price Index (PPI) and Core Producer Price Index data; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two. Oil and Gas prices react to anticipation of the Trump-Putin meeting regarding a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire - leading to a Peace Treaty, the jump in U. S. Producer Prices, the threat of "severe consequences" should Russia not agree to peace and expectations of Federal Reserve cutting interest rates next month.

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8-14-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:10:19 +0000

Kevin covers the following topics:
Fusable's MC Advantage released their analysis of FMCSA data regarding crashes involving English Language Proficiency violators versus other violations; AI powered speed cameras can be used to find other violations; BP's latest oil and natural gas discovery; BP reports 2nd qtr. financial results; Paccar reported their 2nd qtr. results; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, offers his insights, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. Oil and gas prices react to an unexpected rise crude oil supply, sanctions on Russia may increase or decrease pending Trump-Putin meeting on Friday, the International Energy Agency's forecast for oil supply and OPEC+ forecast global oil demand.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/13/25

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:12:15 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Core CPI; the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin has the details, looks at the data, digs through the information, puts it all into historical perspective and offers his insights, as well as an opinion or two. Crude oil and gas prices reacts to the U.S. and China extending the tariff pause until November, upcoming Trump-Putin talks on Friday, the CPI and Core CPI, OPEC upgrading the 2026 oil demand growth forecast and the anticipated Energy Information Agency report.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/12/25

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:11:39 +0000

Last Thursday, the U.S. Labor Department released the Initial Jobless Claims Report; additionally the department released Worker Productivity and Worker Output; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration released data indicating the number of Out Of Service violations for English-language proficiency requirements; Kevin has the details, digs through the data, puts the information in historic perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two. Kevin has the latest crude oil and gas prices.

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8-7-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:10:01 +0000

Today, Kevin covered the following stories: Climate Regulation Liberation Day; Ohio to add long-term truck parking spots; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. reported June Used Class 8 truck Sales data; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and offers some opinions along the way. Oil reacts to whether or when sanctions on Russian crude oil will proceed, President Trump increasing tariffs on India, U.S. crude oil inventory numbers and changes to OPEC+'s crude oil production volumes.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/6/25

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:07:43 +0000

Kevin discusses some of the blowback and additional information surrounding the firing of the Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Additionally, Kevin covers the following stories: The University of Michigan released their Final Survey of Consumers for July; Trucking Reacts to Trump's Sweeping Tariffs; Kevin has the details discusses the data, puts the information into historic perspective, offers an opinion or two and his insights. Oil and gas prices react to OPEC+ increasing crude oil outputs and worries of weaker global demand concerns over President Trump's threats of higher tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/5/25

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:11:06 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the July Nonfarm Payroll Jobs added; President Trump fired the Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Lengthy History of Inaccuracies; a Federal Reserve Governor is resigning; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/1/25

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:07:52 +0000

Kevin offers his insights and opinion on the increasing criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and covers the following stories: ADP released their National Employment Report (Private Payrolls); The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly jobless claims; the U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported June Personal Income, Consumer Spending and Personal Savings Rate; the U.S. Commerce Department reported Personal Consumption Expenditures (the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge); a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill that eliminates a regulation many have wanted eliminated for 50 yrs.; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historic perspective and offers his insights and an opinion or two. Oil reacts to various geopolitical events, sanctions and ongoing trade talks.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/31/25

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 05:42:44 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department reported the 2nd Qtr. Gross Domestic Product (GDP); two of President Trump's loudest and harshest critics regarding tariffs admit they were wrong; The Federal Reserve announces their decision regarding interest rates; Kevin has the details, looks at the data, explains the information, offers his insights, puts the particulars into historical perspective and puts forth an opinion or two.

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7-29-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:09:09 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: "They said it couldn't be done but President Trump keeps doing it anyway." - Phil Flynn, Price Futures Group; S&P Dow Jones Indices released the May 2025 results for the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices - U.S. prices; the Conference Board released the U.S. consumer confidence index; Daimler Truck announced a major change in their focus on certain trucklines, job cuts and the challenges they face this year; J.B. Hunt releases 2nd Qtr. results; Kevin sorts through the data, discusses the details, puts the information into perspective, offers his insights and some opinions. Oil and gas prices react to continuing U.S. - China trade talks, President Trump's shorter deadline for Russia to negotiate an end to the war with Ukraine or face more severe sanction on its oil flows, the upcoming Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and the trade agreement between the U.S. and the EU. Kevin makes predictions on what the 2nd Qtr. GDP will be and whether the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates.

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7-29-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:43:55 +0000

These are the stories and topics Kevin covered this morning: Trump strikes a trade deal with the EU; Chevron will soon be able to restart oil production in Venezuela; Chevron gets approval from the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris for a major acquisition; Chevron announces layoffs in the Houston area; on Friday, the U.S. Commerce Department released June Durable Goods Orders; Industry experts discuss Transport Merger and Acquisition during the first half of 2025; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historic perspective, offers his insights and an opinion or two. Kevn talks about the Federal Reserve meeting this week, mentioning that much of the data, upon which the Fed claims they make their decision, is being released before they have had a chance to analyze it. Oil reacts to the U.S. and EU trade agreement, President Trump shortening the deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine, OPEC+ stresses the need for full compliance with output limits from their members and continuing trade discussions between the U.S. and China.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/25/25

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:27:20 +0000

The following stories were covered during today's show: The White House released "Winning the AI Race: America's AI Action Plan;" the U.S. Labor Department reported the U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims; S&P Global released the Composite Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI), the Manufacturing PMI Contracts, and Services PMI; the Mortgage Bankers Association reported the Weekly Mortgage Application Volume Index; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported June U.S. New Home Sales; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, offers his insights, puts the data into historic perspective and offers an opinion or two. Oil and gas prices react to expected Russian cuts in gasoline exports, optimism over U.S. and European Union trade negotiations, sharper than expected draws on U.S. crude oil inventories, ongoing Russia and Ukraine peace talks and uncertainty over U.S. - China trade talks.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/24/25

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 05:11:20 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: The National Association of Realtors reported June Existing Home Sales; President Trump announced a trade framework with Japan; Kevin has the details sorts through the data, puts the information into perspective, offers his insights and offers an opinion or two. Kevin interviews Tim Wullenweber, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Coolants Plus/StarFire. They discuss lower viscosity lubricants, new API specs for heavy duty motor oil and heavy-duty antifreeze. Oil and gas prices react to U.S.-Japan trade deal. expectations ahead of EU-China summit and U.S. Energy Information Administration data on crude oil inventories.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/23/25

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:14:05 +0000

Kevin mentions the passing of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. Stories covered today include: Delaware to hike tolls next month - the reason and who takes the biggest hit; Bank of Canada Poll regarding "tariff risks;" Averitt makes a major announcement; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into perspective and offers his insights and an opinion or two. Oil and gas prices react to the looming deadline for trade talks, the European Union exploring counter-measures amid fading prospects of a U.S. trade deal, diming chances of a U.S.-India trade agreement and new global economic concerns.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/22/25

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:08:32 +0000

Kevin covered the following stories: the University of Michigan released their Survey of Consumers (Consumer Sentiment); the U.S. Commerce Department reported single family home building permits; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported single family housing starts; the U.S. Conference Board published the Leading Economic Index (LEI); Ward's Intelligence released June Class 8 Truck Sales; Volvo reported 2nd Quarter earnings; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historic perspective offers his insights and an opinion or two. Crude Oil and Gas prices react to the EU's 18th package of sanctions, potential Iran nuclear talks with Britain, France and Germany, pending tariffs, set to kick in on August 1st and rumors of possible meeting between President Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jingping.

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7-18-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:08:18 +0000

Kevin covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; the U.S. Commerce Department released the June Retail Sales report; the Federal Reserve's periodic evaluation of the economy, known as the Biege Book, was released; the National Association of Home Builders released their Monthly Builder Confidence Survey; Trump announces a major agreement with Coca-Cola and all that is affecting oil and gas prices. Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights, puts the information into historic perspective and offers an opinion or two.

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7-17-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:03:44 +0000

Kevin covered and discussed the following stories:

-The U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index
-President Trump attended The Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University with top Tech and Energy executives and Crude oil and gas prices

Kevin has the details, discusses the data, puts the information into perspective, offers his insights and opinion.

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7-15-25 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:05:33 +0000

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the June Consumer Price Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights, puts the information into historical perspective and offers his opinion. The Port of Los Angeles reported their June import volumes; Kevin has the details, discusses the data, adds his perspective and explains how this might affect the overall economy. Oil and gas prices react to potential sanctions on Russia, China's economic data and anticipated oil demand for the rest of the year.

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7-15-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:37:08 +0000

These are the stories discussed today:

-Ford recalls 850,000 cars.
-US Foods Holding Corp. has expressed an interest in acquiring another food distribution company.
-U.S. and India nearing interim tariff deal.
-President Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico.
-EU delays retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.
-European trade ministers pledge unity after Trump's tariffs.
-Oil and Gas prices react to President Trump threatening buyers of Russian oil, rising Chinese crude oil imports, the EU agreeing on an 18th package of sanctions against Russia, potential trade deals between the European Union, South Korean and the U.S. and the U.S. announcing new weapons for Ukraine.

Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights, puts the information in historic perspective and gives an opinion or two.

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7-11-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:08:32 +0000

Today, Kevin covers:

-The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report.
-The Federal Reserve released the minutes from their June 17-18 meeting, when they left interest rates unadjusted.
-Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. and Freight Transportation Research Associates Transportation Intelligence, released June Class 8 Truck Order numbers.
-International Motors released 2nd Quarter truck and bus sales.
-Tyson Foods' Amarillo beef plant employees ratify a new four-year contract.
-What is affecting oil and gas prices.

Kevin digs into the details, reviews the data, offers his insights, puts the data into historic perspective and offers his opinion.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/10/25

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:15:39 +0000

Dozens of freight, trucking and other industry leaders have praised the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA); Kevin has their comments and points out some of the key features as it affects taxpayers at all levels of income. A major food company files for bankruptcy; Kevin has the details. Oil and gas prices react to crude oil stocks rising, strong gasoline demand, OPEC+'s crude oil production increases and renewed attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/27/25

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:14:12 +0000

The National Federation of Independent Business released their Small Business Optimism Index, also the New York Federal Reserve issued their Survey of Consumer Expectations and the American Trucking Associations released their For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights and puts the information in historic perspective. UPS plans to slim down its operations; Kevin has the details and what this means for their drivers. Oil prices react to improving world economic conditions, demand and supply data.

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7-8-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:09:51 +0000

Kevin talks about the celebration and events of Independence Day and the weekend. What happened to newspapers? While cleaning out his office, Kevin found some old newspapers. Kevin takes a walk down memory lane and how the industry destroyed itself. The "One Big Beautiful Bill" has been signed; Kevin takes a look at some of the details of the bill, especially as it affects individuals. Oil reacts to crude oil production increases from OPEC+ and increases in demand as it appears the world economic conditions are increasing.

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7-4-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 05:09:24 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Nonfarm Payrolls Report was released today and the Initial Jobless Claims Report was released by the U.S. Department of Labor; Kevin looks at the data, digs into details, offers his insights/opinion and puts the information into historic perspective. The American Transportation Research Institute released their 2025 findings "An Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking"; Kevin discusses the results. Oil and gas prices react to various crude oil inventory data, the pending July 9th end to the tariffs pause. OPEC+ discussions, world economic news and U.S. economic news. Kevin offers his thoughts, appreciation and love of Independence Day.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/3/25

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:12:14 +0000

ADP released their Private Sector Jobs Report; AAA, in a news release, projected the number of people traveling this Independence Day weekend: Kevin looks at the reports, offers his insights and puts the information into perspective. Kevin speaks with Jody Pollard, Senior Vice President, Truck Sales and Aftermarket Sales; they discuss the ongoing freight recession and when we can expect an improvement, California emissions mandates, tariffs and their impact on OEM/Supplier price surcharges/price increases. Kevin looks at a recent article from an unexpected source regarding the impact of tariffs so far. Kevin covers some of the news, economic data and supply and demand issues affecting the oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 7/2/25

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:17:08 +0000

Kevin reviews and summarizes some of the recent economic news, trade deals coming together and how this will affect the trucking industry. More and more evidence is mounting regarding tariffs and inflation. The "Big Beautiful Bill" has passed; Kevin talks about some of the details, especially involving the so-called clean energy credits from Biden's Inflation Reduction Act and how effective they have been. The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the construction spending, Wards Intelligence released May Class 8 retail sales, The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the May Job Openings and Labor Turnover: Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin talks about the economic, political, geopolitical, supply and demand events affecting oil and gas prices.

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6-27-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:22:02 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released the 3rd estimate of 1st Quarter GDP; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the Orders for Durable Goods Report; the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst Price Futures Group & Author of The Energy Report, as well as Contributor to FOX Business Network, joins Kevin to talk about a wide range of topics from Malaysian oil laundering, crude oil supply and demand, the need for interest rate cuts, through media bias by downplaying good economic news. Oil and gas prices react to switching focus from risk premiums to fundamentals, U.S. "driving season is in full swing," a weaker dollar, larger than expected draws on crude oil inventories and the ceasefire between Iran and Israel. The first named tropical storm of the hurricane season has been announced; Kevin has the details.

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7-1-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:10:50 +0000

Kevin summarizes the historic events from last week, from eliminating a nuclear threat, a ceasefire, a peace treaty, Supreme Court decisions and much, much more; Kevin has the details. The University of Michigan released their final June Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) about major announcements from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that will benefit drivers. U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released Personal Income Data; Kevin offers his insights and puts the information into preservative. The U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; Kevin has the details.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/26/25

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:12:58 +0000

Kevin describes a first-hand experience regarding a computer scam which freezes your computer and directs you to call a specific number. Also, Kevin talks about various states warning residents about scam texts and e-mails regarding unpaid traffic tickets or toll fees; Kevin talks about what to do and who to contact. The U.S. Census Bureau released the May New Home Sales Report; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, offers his insights and puts the information in historic perspective. From the skilled trades to management and professional roles to indirectly supported jobs; Kevin discusses the importance of home building and remodeling to the economy. Oil and gas prices react to demand causing falling U.S. crude oil and fuel inventories, highest gasoline demand since December 2021, Iran-Israel ceasefire reducing geopolitical supply concerns, possible Federal Reserve interest rate cuts earlier tha forecasted.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/25/28

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:18:29 +0000

Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell gave his semi-annual report to Congress; Kevin talks about his testimony and offers his insights and opinion. The Conference Board issued their Consumer Confidence Index; Kevin digs into the details, puts the data into perspective, offers his insights and opinion. The Case-Shiller National Home Price Index was released yesterday; Kevin takes a look at the data and offers his insights. Kevin discusses our interest rates from the Central Bank versus other countries around the world. Oil and gas prices react to President Trump accusing Israel and Iran of violating the ceasefire, analysts seeing less risk to Middle-East crude oil supplies, President Trump easing sanctions on Iran's oil sales and increasing crude oil production from certain OPEC+ countries.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/24/25

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:14:21 +0000

Kevin discusses the U.S. attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, offers his insights and opinion on some of the questions being asked. Kevin talks about some of the details revealed by an invitation only group of retired generals and members of the Israel Defense Force. Kevin talks about Fred Smith, founder and executive chairman, FedEx Corp., who passed away over the weekend. S&P Global released the results of their Purchasing Managers Index from the Manufacturing sector and the Services sector; Kevin has the details. The National Association of Realtors released the May Existing Home Sales report; Kevin discusses the details, offers his insights and puts the data into perspective. Oil and gas prices reacts no oil supply disruption yet from the U.S. attack on Iran, rumors of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz supply route, a attack on a U.S. military base in Qatar and pressure from President Trump to oil producers to keep prices low

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/19/2

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:11:20 +0000

After Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced, on Wednesday, that interest rates would remain unchanged, he answered reporters' questions; Kevin reviewed the transcript and points out the inconsistencies with comments made during the press conference and previous comments over the last two years. The head of a different independent Federal agency agrees with Kevin and has called on Jerome Powell to cut interest rates or resign; who is it? Kevin has the details. Earlier in the month, The Federal Reserve Bank of New York, released their monthly survey of consumers' expectations for future inflation, which seems to contradict comments by Jerome Powell; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Dollar General recently released their quarterly financial data; Eaton Corp. announced a major acquisition; Kevin has the details, looks at the data and offers his insights. Oil prices react to the on-going war between Israel and Iran, a Geopolitical risk premium is anticipated, the risk of Iran's oil production and ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/19/25

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:14:08 +0000

The Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, announced the decision to maintain a wait and see approach on the economy and left the interest rate unchanged; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and opinion on the decision. Kevin explains how the Fed's policy to keep interest rates high, affects credit card interest rates, business loans and home loans. The Atlanta Fed reported the GDPNow forecasting model; Kevin has the information and discusses the data. The U.S. Commerce Department released single family home starts, overall housing starts and new building permits; Kevin has the details, puts the information in perspective and offers his insights. The U.S. Labor Department released the Initial Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the details, clarifies the data, offers his insights and opinion. Oil and gas prices react to possible U.S. involvement in the Israel - Iran conflict, possible disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, EIA data on U.S. crude oil inventories and comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/18/25

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 05:10:45 +0000

The U.S. Commerce Department released the May Retail Sales Report; Kevin discusses the details and offers his insights. President Trump accomplished something no other President has ever done and he just did it again; Kevin reveals the details. GM's quickest sports car ever built; Kevin discusses this. President Trump and U.K. Prime Minster Starmer reached a trade agreement; Kevin explains, reviews the details and offers his insights. Estes Express Lines announced that they are increasing its terminal capacity; Kevin has the details and the cities involved. Oil and gas prices react to the International Energy Agency's global oil supply forecast, geopolitical events, potential production and supply route disruptions.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/13/25

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:08:17 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. The Producer Price Index was released yesterday; Kevin digs into the data, offers his insights and explains how this plays into future Consumer Price Index numbers. President Trump expresses his frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell; Kevin offers his opinion makes the case for an interest rate cut next week during the Federal Reserve's meeting. Kevin discusses some of the news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/12/25

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:08:57 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index Report, Kevin digs into the data, discusses the details, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. Progress has been made on negotiations between the U.S. and China regarding rare earth minerals and tariffs; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin discusses some of the factors affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/11/25

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:16:47 +0000

The National Federation of Independent Business released their monthly Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin takes a look at the data, offers his insights and puts the information into historical perspective. The U.S. Senate Finance Committee is considering "watering down" Trump's tax promises; Kevin looks at the items and adjustments, offers his opinion, insights and how you can voice your opinion. Kevin offers an update on the tariff talks between China and the U.S. Additionally, Kevin points out how China may be trying to avoid any possible tariffs. President Trump has delayed tariffs on the European Union until July 9th. Costco posted their revenue and profit numbers and their plans regarding potential tariffs; Kevin talks about the details and offers his insights. Oil and gas prices react to U.S. and China trade talks, Saudi crude exports to China set to fall slightly, anticipated U.S. crude oil inventory data from API and EIA, new sanctions on Russia and OPEC+ output increases.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/10//25

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:17:10 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the May Nonfarm Payroll report; Kevin looks into the data, offers his insights and puts the report in perspective. Additionally, the Unemployment Rate and Wage Growth reports were released; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will now be enforcing a law suspended for nearly a decade due to an Obama-era executive order; Kevin explains and discusses the details. Oil and gas prices react to U.S. and China trade talks in London, a weaker U.S. dollar and possible increased oil production from the OPEC+ countries.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/6/25

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:29:54 +0000

Campbell's Soup Company released a report regarding consumers' dinning habits as a sign of economic times; Kevin has the details, some thoughts on this and an opinion or two. On Wednesday the Federal Reserve released the data, on the economy, from their "Beige Book"; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and discusses the information. The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims report; Kevin sorts through the data, challenges some of the conclusions, offers his insights and offers some information not included in the report. Oil and gas prices react to President Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping agreeing to meet, face to face, on trade and tariffs during a phone call, U.S. gasoline and distillate inventories posting big weekly builds, Saudi Arabia cuts in prices for Asian crude buyers, geopolitical events and Canadian wildfires. Kevin offers his thoughts on the 81st anniversary of D-day.

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America`s Truckin` Network -- 6/5/2025

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:15:49 +0000

ADP Research released the Private-Sector Payroll report; Kevin digs into the data, explains the information and offers his insights. The Institute for Supply Management released the Services ISM Report on Business; Kevin sorts through the data, clarifies the information and puts it into perspective. S&P Global issued their Services Purchasing Managers Index; Kevin has the details. Oil and gas prices react to larger-than-expected U. S. inventories of gasoline and diesel, unexpected drop in U.S. crude oil inventories, OPEC+ crude oil supply increases, "persistent tariff tensions" and Canadian wildfires.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/4/25

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:14:42 +0000

The latest Atlanta Fed GDPNow growth estimate for the 2nd quarter has been released; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Additionally, the Atlanta Fed further explained the reason for the negative growth in the 1st quarter and put it into perspective. The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported new orders for manufactured goods: Kevin digs through the data, which sectors are up or down and offers his insights. The Institute for Supply Management's manufacturing index was released on Tuesday; Kevin discusses the data and puts the data into historic perspective. Also on Tuesday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey was released; Kevin discusses the data and the whether the job market is strengthening or weakening. Oil and gas prices react to Russia and Ukraine "settlement" discussions, Iran's rejection of the U.S. nuclear proposal, Canadian willdfires interrupting crude oil production and a possible interest rate cut.

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America's Truckin Network -- 6/3/25

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:15:51 +0000

The U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index and the Core Inflation Index, the Federal Reserve's key inflation measure; Kevin has the details, discusses the data and offers his perspective. Also released on Friday, Consumer Spending and Personal Income reports; Kevin digs into the numbers and offers his perspective. A business news network commits journalism regarding Tariffs and Inflation. States are increasing fuel taxes: Kevin points out how this will affect nationwide gas price averages and energy cost inflation. Kevin has the news, geopolitical factors, wildfires and OPEC+'s crude oil production plans are affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/30/25

Fri, 30 May 2025 05:07:06 +0000

Hurricane season begins on June 1st and runs through November 30th ; Kevin has the forecast/estimates of named storms and hurricanes and offers his insights. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell visited the White House for a meeting with President Trump on Thursday; Kevin has the details and offers his insights and opinion. The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis revised the first quarter Gross Domestic Product; Kevin has the details, revisits the factors that went into the previous estimate, puts the information into perspective. The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Jobless Claims; Kevin has the details and offers his perspective. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) on Thursday. released its Pending Home Sales Index: Kevin discusses the numbers and offers his perspective. Oil reacts to ongoing talks between Iran and the U.S. to rein in Iran's nuclear activities, a U.S. court blocking President Trump's tariffs, the possibility that OPEC+ could hike crude oil output, falling U.S. crude oil, gasoline and distillates inventories.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/2925

Thu, 29 May 2025 05:09:25 +0000

The U.S. Senate voted to block California's Clean Air Standards; Kevin has the details, why this is important to the trucking industry, the general driving public and the entire Country. Oregon and Vermont halt zero-emission truck mandates; Kevin discusses this, how these mandates came to be and offers his insights. Oil and gas prices react to OPEC+ keeping their output policy unchanged, Canadian wildfires, Chevron's Venezuelan oil curbs, Eight OPEC+ members expected to agree to output boost on Saturday.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/28/25

Wed, 28 May 2025 05:10:51 +0000

The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index for May was released on Tuesday; Kevin has the details, discusses the information and offers his insights and perspective. The U.S. Commerce Department released the April Durable Goods Orders report: Kevin sorts through the data, explains the information and puts it into perspective. Americas Commercial Transportation Research Company and the Freight Transportation Research Associates Transportation Intelligence reported their respective April Class 8 Truck Orders numbers; Kevin discusses the results. Wards Intelligence reported April Class 8 Truck Sales; Kevin has the details. Oil and gas prices react to strong gasoline demand over the Memorial Day holiday, Russia's increased missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, the German Chancellor's an escalation, encouraging Ukrainian attacks deep into Russia and OPEC+'s anticipated announcement of crude oil output hike later this week.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/27/25

Tue, 27 May 2025 05:09:22 +0000

On Friday, the U.S. Commerce Department released the April New Home Sales Report; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and adds an historic perspective to the report. Kevin makes the case that it is time for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates by taking a look at how an average home price is affected by different interest rates. Also, using a $110,000 annual income, Kevin takes a look at how much home can be purchased at different interest rates. The Federal Reserve is supposed to be non-political, however, this past Sunday, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell spoke to graduates at Princeton University; Kevin has the details, was it non-political? Oil prices remained stable during subdued holiday trading.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/23/25

Fri, 23 May 2025 05:10:04 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department reported the weekly Initial Jobless Claims; Kevin has the details, digs into the data and offers his insights. S&P Global released the U.S. manufacturing purchasing managers index (PMI) and U.S. services PMI; Kevin discusses the report and offers his perspective. The National Association of Realtors reported April existing home sales; Kevin looks at the data and puts it into perspective. Oil reacts to OPEC+ discussing a production increase for July, an unexpected rise in U.S. crude oil inventories and the expiration of U.S. oil company Chevron's license to operate in Venezuela. Kevin pays tribute to our fallen heroes as we enter this Memorial Day Holiday weekend.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/22/25

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:14:29 +0000

Three Federal Reserve officials gave speeches over the last couple of days, during which they talked about if and when to expect interest rate cuts; Kevin reviews the comments, offers his insights and opinion. Reading between the lines and the complete comments by economists on Monday's Report on Leading Economic Indicators, Kevin points out their positive comments that have been overlooked by the media. The American Trucking Associations released the ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to rumors that Israel plans to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, US-Iran nuclear talks showing little progress and crude oil inventory increases.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/21/25

Wed, 21 May 2025 05:12:06 +0000

On Monday, the Conference Board released the April Leading Economic Index; Kevin talks about how two different news agencies covered the release; discusses the data, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. The United Nations has forecast global economic growth for 2025 and 2026; Kevin takes a look at the information and offers his opinion and insights.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/20/25

Tue, 20 May 2025 05:10:03 +0000

The credit rating service, Moody's, changed the U.S. sovereign credit rating; Kevin sorts through the data, offers his insights and puts the information into perspective. The University of Michigan released its preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin discusses this report, the implications and offers his opinion. The U.S. Commerce Department released the Housing Starts, as well as, Residential Permits (Building Permits) reports; Kevin puts the data into perspective and offers his insights.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/16/25

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:29:41 +0000

The Labor Department reported U. S. weekly Jobless Claims; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) for April; Kevin discusses the data and the. implications going forward on Interest rates. The U.S. Retail Sales report was released; Kevin has the details. JPMorgan offers their latest predictions as to the possibility a recession this year; Kevin digs in to the report and offers his insights. US House Energy and Commerce Committee proposed replenishing the Strategic Petroleum Reserves. Oil reacts to a possible Iran nuclear deal, Russian President Putin's refusal to meet with Ukraine's Zelinsky, U.S. Crude inventory increases and the International Energy Agency upgrade of 2025 oil demand growth forecast.

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America's Truckin' Network 5-15-25

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:29:37 +0000

Additional benefits from the 90-day tariff pause between the U.S and China have come to light; Kevin discusses these benefits. Goldman Sachs analysis indicates President Trump's preferred crude oil prices; Kevin discusses this and offers his insights. The U.S. Treasury released the April Tariff Revenue data; Kevin discusses the effect on the budget deficit, additionally, Zero Hedge points out other unexpected surprises in the data; Kevin has the details. Steelmaker Nucor shut down production at some of its facilities; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil and gas prices react to unexpected U.S. crude oil inventory data, OPEC+ adjustments to oil supply growth forecasts and data from the American Petroleum Institute.

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America's Truckin' Network 5-14-25

Wed, 14 May 2025 05:17:49 +0000

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's International Roadcheck is underway and continues through Thursday. The National Federation of Independent Businesses released their Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin discusses the results and offers his insights. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the April Consumer Price Index; Kevin digs into the details, discussed the information and offers his insights. Oil reacts to US- China tariff relief, increasing OPEC+ crude oil production, U.S. inflation data, ceasefires and peace negotiations.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/13/25

Tue, 13 May 2025 05:08:42 +0000

Usually weekends are slow news days, not so this past weekend. Friday, a trade deal with India was signed; later a ceasefire was announced between India and Pakistan; Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to meet Russian President Vladmir Putin in Turkey on Thursday; progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran over their nuclear program; the U.S. and China have agreed to slash tariffs for 90 days; President Trump signs executive order setting 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower prescription drug costs; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to the ceasefires, tariff deals, U.S. - China 90-day tariff pause, increased OPEC+ crude oil production and U.S. -Iran negotiations.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/9/25

Fri, 09 May 2025 05:12:16 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on the election of the first American Pope. Kevin reacts to further comments by Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell and President Trump's reaction Powell's "wait and see" approach. Data from the U.S. Labor Department regarding Initial jobless claims and Worker Productivity were released; Kevin digs into the details and offers his opinion and insights. The first trade deal has been reached; Kevin has the who, what and when. Oil reacts to looming trade talks between the U.S. and China, the "breakthrough" deal with Great Britain, increasing crude oil production by OPEC+ and "tariff risk premium" replacing the global risk premium (Mideast tensions and Ukraine-Russian war).

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/8/35

Thu, 08 May 2025 05:54:23 +0000

The Federal Reserve ended its two-day meeting and announced their decision on interest rates, cut or unchanged? Fed Chaiman Jerome Powell held a press conference to offer an explanation of their decision; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and offers his opinion. Arkansas, Texas and Wyoming enact laws to improve road safety and CDL license validation, Kevin has the details. President Trump has issued an Executive Order enforcing a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirement that has been ignored since 2016; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The U.S. Department of Labor has announced it is reviewing the Biden administration's worker classification guidance patterned after a controversial Bill passed by California; Kevin has the details and offers his perspective. Kevin has the news, geopolitical events, crude oil supply and demand information and economic conditions affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/7/25

Wed, 07 May 2025 05:30:39 +0000

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released research defending the repeal of the Federal Excise Tax on new trucks and trucking equipment; you will not believe the amount of the tax and what the tax was to fund; Kevin reviews the data and offers his insights. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright is evaluating loans issued from the $400 Billion Green Bank fast-tracked in the period between the time President Trump was elected and Inauguration Day; Kevin digs into the data. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced changes to a Federal Highway Administration rule for states to establish emission-reduction goals; Kevin discusses the reasons for the changes. Oil and gas prices react to changes on the demand side, geopolitical events in the Mideast, additional sanctions on Russia. OPEC+'s increase in production and the U.S. dollar fluctuation

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/6/25

Tue, 06 May 2025 05:11:14 +0000

Kevin talks about his and his wife's visit, on Derby Day, to the historic Rookwood Pottery factory and later a visit to the Newport Casino to place some bets on the featured Derby race. On Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the April Jobs Report; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts it into historic perspective and offers his insights. Automakers report April sales data: who's up who's down? The German Federal Statistics Office released that country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and consumer inflation data; Kevin has the information, offers his insights and how that affects the U.S. economy. Kevin explains how OPEC+'s crude oil production increases, geopolitical events and crude oil inventories are affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 5/2/25

Fri, 02 May 2025 05:11:14 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department reported the U.S. weekly Initial Jobless Claims numbers; Kevin reviews the data and offers his insights. After the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report was released yesterday, the numbers have been further analyzed; Kevin explains. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's International Roadcheck is coming up; Kevin has the dates and what inspectors will be looking for. The International Monetary Fund released a report on the World Economic forecast; Kevin offers his insights. Oil reacts to geopolitical events, crude oil inventory numbers, OPEC+'s production discussions and world economic conditions.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/30/25

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:19:26 +0000

The Case-Shiller U.S National Home Price Index was released yesterday; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts it into historical perspective, and offers his insights. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index was released, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. Kevin reviews the details and offers his insights and opinions on the reports. Kevin has the supply and demand numbers, including expectations for corporate earnings, tariff talks, crude oil inventory levels, and geopolitical events that affect oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/28/25

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:28:26 +0000

On Friday, the University of Michigan released its final index of consumer sentiment for April; also, the National Association of Realtors released March Home Sales; Kevin has the details, looks under the hood of the data and offers his insights and opinions. Kevin talked about The Staged Accident Fraud Prevention Act introduced in Congress that would make it a federal crime to stage a crash with a commercial motor vehicle. Kevin has the news, geopolitical events and world economic conditions affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/25/25

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:11:35 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the date, discusses the press coverage and offers his insights. The Federal Reserve released the so-called Biege Book a collection of anecdotal information on current economic conditions in the twelve Federal Reserve districts around the Country as well as how businesses are planning to deal with possible price increases, if they materialize; Kevin talks about the details and offers his thoughts. In a separate report the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau published the data on orders for durable goods, items ranging from toasters to aircraft; Kevin discusses the data. Kevin has the news, data and geo-political events affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/24/25

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:16:55 +0000

Mike Wirth, CEO - Chevron, in an interview discussed whether the U.S. is close to a recession; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released the March new home sales numbers; Kevin digs into the data and puts it into perspective. Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, Price Futures Group, in his Energy Report, offers his thoughts on Fed Chaiman Jerome Powell, tariffs and the recent stock market weakness; Kevin discusses this report and offers his thoughts. Kevin talks about the news, data, world events, tariffs and trade talks affecting gas and oil prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/23/25

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:12:17 +0000

The American Trucking Association released the For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; Kevin has all the details and offers his insights. Wards Intelligence released the March Medium-Duty Truck Sales report; Kevin goes through the data. The European Central Bank offers their take on what should be done with interest rates and whether tariffs will be inflationary and The International Energy Agency takes a look at their energy policies; Kevin discusses these developments. Kevin has the news, world events and economic data affecting gas and oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network 4/22/25

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:17:17 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts on the passing of Pope Francis. The Conference Board released its Leading Economic Index; Kevin has the details, sorts through the data, reviews the reporting on this report compared with previous reporting on past reports; Kevin offers his insights and opinion. Carmakers discuss their plans on how to deal with potential effects of possible tariffs. March Class 8 truck sales have been reported; Kevin has the details. Kevin has the information, data, world events and economic data affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/18/25

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:20:31 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly Initial Jobless claims Report; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported Housing Starts; the Philadelphia Fed reported average workweek at factories; the National Association of Home Builders released the survey of homebuilders' sentiment; U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development released the Housing Starts report; Kevin has the details, digs into the data and offers his insights. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Jeremy Citron, Founder and Partner, Long Haul law.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/16/25

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:17:57 +0000

Jerome Powell gave a speech at the Economic Club of Chicago; Kevin unpacks the information and offers his insights, correcting the record and offering clarity. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Beth Wilson, Manager of Engine Oil, DEF, After-Market Auditing Program, American Petroleum Institute. The U.S. Commerce Department released the March Retail Sales report; The Federal Reserve released the Manufacturing numbers for March and the Capacity Utilization report: Kevin has all the details and offers his insights.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/16/25

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:12:32 +0000

Kevin offers the theory that some "experts" and "journalists" are trying to manufacture a recession. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller offers his views on inflation as a result of President Trump's tariffs. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin spoke with Kelsea Eckert, Eckert and Associates, DowntimeClaims.com about her services. Kevin digs into a recent survey by Chief Executive, offers his insights and puts the information into perspective. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett talks tariffs and recession chances in an interview with Fox Business News; Kevin offers his thoughts. Goldman Sachs' CEO David Solomon discusses 1st Quarter earnings and the prospect of a recession; Kevin offers his insights.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/15/25

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:24:09 +0000

While at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS), Kevin interviews Tapan Chaudhari, Founder, CEO, Hey Bubba, Inc., who launched a new tool , voice AI for Owner - Operators to find, negotiate and book loads automatically. The University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers released its Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin teases the "Chief Executive" poll forecasting a recession. Kevin touches on oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/11/25

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:15:42 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March Consumer Price Index, Kevin has the details and offers his perspectives, also Kevin points out the slanted coverage of the data. The day after the 90-day pause on tariffs, Kevin offers his insights and opinion. While at the MId-America Trucking show, Kevin interviewed Karin Hauman, OEM Technical Services Manager, Shell Global Solutions (Shell Rotella) about the latest, next generation of diesel engine oil PC-12 (Proposed Category 12). The weekly Initial Jobless Claims report was released, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news, world events and other factors affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/11/25

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:13:06 +0000

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America's Truckin' Network-- 4-10-25

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:07:05 +0000

Kevin offers his insights on President Trump's announcement that he is pausing tariffs on most nations for 90 Days after 70+ countries expressed the desire to negotiate tariffs. While at the MId-America Trucking show, Kevin had the opportunity to speak with Todd Waldron, Vice President of Carrier Experience, Truckstop about the services and products they provide. Kevin talks about the news, data, world events and other factors affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/9/25

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:22:13 +0000

American Transportation Research Institute released research focusing on truck parking at public rest areas, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. U.S. House unveils Bathroom Access Bill for Truck Drivers; Kevin explains and offers his opinion. Kevin reports the events, news and factors affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4-8-25

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:24:46 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March jobs report, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Some early inflation indicators are in, Kevin discusses the information. Kevin has the details, news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/4/25

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:17:18 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts on the retirement of longtime 700 WLW personality Mike McConnell. Kevin talks about and offers his opinion on the effects of day one of the "reciprocal tariffs" on 180 countries and some early indications of the effect on inflation. During the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin spoke with Dan Fuller founder and President, Hotels 4 Truckers and Angie Gadwood, Senior Vice President Global Sales, Wyndham Hotels, who announced their partnership with Hotels 4 Truckers. The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 4/3/25

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:19:22 +0000

Kevin sorts through comments by Austan Goolsbee, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and offers his insights. ADP released its Private Payroll Report; Reuters reports U.S. first quarter auto sales and the Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported February construction spending, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Nick LaFalce, Marketing Manager, RaceTrac. Kevin mentions the information provided by Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, PRICE Futures Group, in his Energy Report. Kevin discusses the news and events affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4-2-25

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:32:21 +0000

Various reporting agencies have released their take on the Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin digs into the data, provides addition data and offers his insights. Kevin discusses the U.S. Department of Labor's Initial jobless claims report. From the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin's interview with Megan Brown, Commercial Product Mgr., Geico Insurance, announced breaking news regarding a new product that they were introducing at the show. Kevin also interviewed Jeff Pierce, Director of Media & Military Partnerships, Wreaths Across America about their amazing organization. Kevin reports and discusses the news and events affecting oil and gas prices. Kevin discusses the Energy Report by Phil Flynn, Senior Analyst PRICE Futures Group.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/1/25

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:16:37 +0000

Kevin summarizes his time at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS). While at MATS, Kevin interviewed many industry executives, experts, etc. One of the people interviewed was Lewie Pugh. Executive Vice President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie brings us up to date on legislation, new issues, old issues and other factors affecting the trucking industry. Kevin reports and discusses the factors affecting Oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network - 3/26/25

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:24:28 +0000

The Conference Board issued the Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin has the details, talks about the data and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Jody Pollard, SVP of Truck and Aftermarket Sales and Robb Nixon, VP of Aftermarket Sales, Rush Enterprises about Rush Truck Centers Maintenance Plans, Mobile Service, update on emissions regs and 2025 outlook. The U.S. Census Bureau reported February New Home Sales, Kevin explains and discusses the data. Kevin points out the factors and news affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin Network -- 3/27/25

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 05:29:06 +0000

Kevin addresses those who are talking down the economy. Kevin talks with Elizabeth Barna, Saint Christopher Trucker Relief Fund (SCF) Board Secretary about their organization and the Opening Night (Thursday) Reception Silent Auction fund raiser at the MId-America Trucking Show. Eight Corvettes go missing in Kentucky. President Trump appoints a permanent administrator at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Kevin marks the first anniversary of the collapse of Baltomore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after being struck by the containership Dali. Kevin discusses the factors and news affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/25/25

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:38:28 +0000

Trucking executives attending the Truckload Carriers Association's Truckload 2025 conference share their opinions, thoughts and outlook on the trucking industry in 2025, Kevin has the details and offers his thoughts and insights. S&P Global has published its flash Purchasing Managers Index for the U.S., Kevin digs into the data. Kevin offers his insights into the factors affecting oil and gas prices today.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/21/25

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:25:01 +0000

U.S. Labor Department released the weekly initial claims for unemployment report, Kevin has the details and offers his perspective. Details of a separate program for unemployed federal workers were also released. The National Association of Realtors released the February existing home sales report; Kevin has the details. The EU makes a surprise announcement regarding tariffs on American whiskey. Oil reacts to the U.S. issuing new Iran-related sanctions, OPEC+ issues new crude oil output schedules for seven members, a strong U.S. dollar, U.S. continued airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen and Israel launching new ground operations in Gaza.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/20/25

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:26:06 +0000

The Federal Open Market Committee concluded yesterday afternoon; Fed Chaiman Jerome Powell gave his views on the economy; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. China's Commerce head: "There are no winners in a trade war": Kevin looks at what was said and not said. China partially renews US meat export permits, Kevin explains what this means and how it affects China U.S. trade relations. With fuel tax revenues down, States look to fund roads, Kevin explains and offers a solution. Oil reacts to the Energy Information Agency reporting U.S. crude inventories rising more than expected and distillate inventories falling; Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement; the Federal Reserve's comments on the economy; continued U.S attacks on the Houthis in Yemen and Israel's resuming ground operations in the central and southern Gaza Strip.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/19/25

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:44:05 +0000

U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released data on Single-family housing starts and building permits. The U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report on import prices. The Federal Reserve released a report on factory output. Kevin has all the details on these reports, digs into the numbers and offers his insights. Oil prices react to the U.S. and Russian Presidents talk about a possible Ukraine ceasefire, U.S. strikes on Houthis, Israel's airstrikes on Hamas in Gaza, China and Germany announcing plans for their respective economic stimulus and U.S. tariffs potential to affect global oil demand.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/18/25

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:11:17 +0000

U.S. Commerce Department released the February Retail Sales Report, Kevin has the details, digs into the data and offers his insights. The Federal Reserve analyzed the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Jobs Report and offered their data regarding the percentage of Americans, who have college degrees, holding multiple jobs. February Class 8 Truck Orders data were released by Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) and Freight Transportation Research Associates (FTR), Kevin digs into the information and has the details. Oil reacts to the U.S. vowing to hit Yemen's Houthis until Red Sea shipping attacks stop, Chinese economic data fueled hopes for higher demand and reports that President Trump will speak to Russian President Putin about ending the Russia-Ukraine war later today.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3-14-25

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:07:06 +0000

The U.S Labor Department released the Initial Claims for State Unemployment benefits report, Kevin has the details, digs into the details and offers his insights. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the February Producer Price Index, Kevin analyzes the details and provides some clarity. Oil reacts to world-wide macroeconomic (economy as a whole) concerns, including the risk of tariff wars affecting global demand for goods, the International Energy Agency report on 2025 oil supply and demand and indications that Russian President Putin agreed with U.S. proposals for a ceasefire leading to an end of the war with Ukraine.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3-13-25

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:25:35 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the February Consumer Price Index, Kevin has the details, digs into the data and offers his insights. Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin offers his opinion on what is happening in the stock market and the economy's direction. Fitch Ratings reports on the percentage of late car payments, Kevin puts this into perspective. Oil reacts to tighter-than-expected oil and fuel inventories, a weaker U.S. dollar, cooling inflation, tariff uncertainty, and OPEC, which sticks to global oil demand forecasters.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/12/25

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 05:10:43 +0000

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mentioned in an interview, no one gave him credit or the administration credit for falling oil prices or lower interest rates. Obviously, he doesn't listen to ATN!! We have said many times that smart energy policies can benefit both American consumers, the economy and energy companies. Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. reported used Class 8 sales for January, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin reacts and reviews the details of comments by Walmart CEO Doug McMillon on food prices and consumers at the Economic Club of Chicago. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported on food imports; Kevin discusses this. Oil reacts to the dollar index hitting a four-month low, concerns over a possible U.S. recession and tariffs, anticipation of inflation data and crude oil inventory reports due later on today.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/11/25

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:56:59 +0000

Kevin talks about ATN's booth location at the MId-America Trucking Show; Booth #40577 in the North Wing Lobby of the Kentucky Expo Center (Go to their website to see the floor plan). Suddenly the media has discovered inflation and food prices, Kevin talks about how his family has been beating the prices through coupons and sale items. The U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics released the February Jobs created; Kevin has the details- looking at how three news organizations had widely different headlines. Oil prices react to the uncertainty over tariffs, OPEC+ increasing output, potential sanctions on Iranian crude exports and upcoming reports from the International Energy Agency and OPEC for demand and supply forecasts

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3-7-24

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:15:39 +0000

Three stories reporting the U.S. Labor Department report on applications for initial jobless claims, Kevin sorts through the biased reporting. Challenger, Gray & Christmas issued their report on job cuts, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Apple announces a $500 billion investment in the U.S. GSA to turn off EV chargers at Federal buildings. Tesla announces recalls, Kevn has the details. Kevin offers his thoughts on a proposed use of funds generated from red light camera fines in the Philadelphia area. Oil reacts to pressure from tariffs , OPEC+ output increase plans, Trump's announcement that automakers will be exempt from tariff increases and U.S. crude oil inventories rising much more than expected.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/6/25

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:15:29 +0000

Kevin covers the coverage of the President's speech; MSNBC discovers the Consumer Price Index. ADP reported private sector job creation, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta released its GDPNow tracker, Kevin discusses the report. Oil reacts to an unexpected rise in crude oil inventories, Canada and China retaliates against U.S. tariffs, OPEC+ plans to increase output in April; the benchmarks hit price levels not seen since December 2021 and May 2023.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/5/25

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:25:50 +0000

Kevin's take on Trump's speech to the joint session of Congress. After President Donald Trump alleged Chinese interference of the Panama Canal. The Chinese backed company, CK Hutchison has sold their interest and control of the critical shipping lane, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The American Trucking Associations President & CEO Chris Spear released a statement in response to new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China by the Trump administration, Kevin has the details and offers his opinion. Kevin points out the tariffs imposed on many American goods by Canada. Oil reacts to the announcement that OPEC+ to proceed with the planned April oil output increase, U.S. tariffs on Mexico and Canada took effect yesterday, China announced 10-15% increases in tariffs on U.S. products, U.S. ordering the end of Chevron's Venezuela oil exports in 30 days, higher than expected crude oil inventory, demand squeeze and soft demand from China.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/4/25

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:31:03 +0000

Kevin's take on the collapse of the minerals deal and a path to a ceasefire between the U.S. and Ukraine. Commerce Department released personal consumption expenditures price index on Friday, Kevin has the details and offers his perspective. Personal income numbers were also released, Kevin digs into the data. Late last week the Labor Department released the weekly initial jobless claims; the Census Bureau released the durable goods orders report and the Commerce Department issued their second estimate of fourth quarter Gross Domestic Product, Kevin has the details of these reports and offers his insights. Oil reacts to reports OPEC+ will proceed with a planned oil output increase in April, possible tariffs on Mexico and Canada due to take effect today, China preparing countermeasures to U.S. tariffs, Chinese manufacturing activity expanded in February and Great Britain talks about proposals for possible Ukraine ceasefire with U.S. assistance.

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2-28-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 06:20:33 +0000

Walmart reports results and issues outlook for 2025, Kevin has the datils and offers his insights. The International Longshoremen's association voted to ratify a new labor contract with the U.S. Maritimes Alliance, Kevin sorts through the details and offers his insights.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/27/25

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:07:59 +0000

EPA rewrites the "endangerment finding", Kevin explains and offers his insights. BP confirms reset, Kevin has the details. Senate committee examines Federal permitting rules, what does this mean for the transportation industry. Oil reacts to falling U.S. crude inventories, rising gasoline and distillate inventories, potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine and ultimately leading to lifting of sanctions on Russian oil which would remove much of the crude oil supply uncertainty.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/26/25

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:10:06 +0000

Kevin talks about the final 2 days of free registration for the Mid-America Trucking Show. The Conference Board released its Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin doubts the results and offers his insights. Home Depot released its 4th quarter results. American Trucking Associations' chief economist offered an industry outlook recently, Kevin offers his insights.

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America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:15:19 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Wards Intelligence reported Classes 4-7 (medium-duty) retail sales, Kevin offers the details and his insights. ArcelorMittal announces plans to build a $1.2 billion steel mill, Kevin has the where and when. LA and Long Beach Ports report historic January volumes, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. EU is now open to cutting tariffs! Kevin explains why. Trump encourages U.S. power plants to raise their capacity by 10-15% for electricity to meet our growing energy needs. Oil prices react to U.S. imposing additional sanctions targeting Iranian oil industry - brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies; Iraq's plans to compensate for OPEC+ overproduction quotas and progress on ending the Russia-Ukraine war.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/21/25

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:10:11 +0000

The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly report of Americans filing new applications for unemployment, Kevin has the details and his insights. The Federal Reserve released the minutes of their January 28-29 policy meeting; Kevin digs into the details. The nonfarm payroll report was released by the U.S. Commerce Department, Kevin has the details. Lee Zeldin, head of the Environmental Protection Agency plans to revoke $20 billion in grants awarded in the final weeks of the Biden administration. Oil reacts to data on U.S. gasoline and distillates; oil supply disruptions in Russia; negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war; Russia's attack on Ukrainian gas infrastructure and gas production facilities; 30-40% reduction from a pipeline in Kazakhstan after a Ukrainian drone strike and an increase inU.S. crude inventories.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/20/25

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 06:15:15 +0000

Freezing your gas off! Weather is in the news affecting travel and crude oil and LNG pipelines. A new unique method of cargo theft, Kevin explains. Two tort reform bills introduced in Georgia are welcomed by the trucking industry, Kevin offers his insights. Oil reacts to supply disruptions in Russia and the U.S. awaiting clarity on sanctions as Washington tries to broker a deal to end the war in Ukraine; a 30-40% disruption to a pipeline from Kazakhstan - due to a drone attack; cold weather in the U.S. threatened oil supply from North Dakota and refineries in Texas and awaiting U.S. oil inventory data from American Petroleum Institute and the Energy Information Administration.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/19/25

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:10:03 +0000

Gas prices soaring yet again in California, why? Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the "move forward" (after 6 years of delays) with approval of a Texas port capable of shipping 1 million barrels of oil per day. President Trump signed an order creating a "national energy dominance council," Kevin has the details. Bank of Canada lowers rates, Kevin explains what this means to possible tariffs. Kevin points out U.S. trade balances with our trading partners. Taiwan pledges more U. S. investment after Tariff threats. American Trucking Associations released their January For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; Kevin has the details. Oil reacts to the Ukraine drone strike on a Russian oil pipeline, Kazakhstan transit volumes could drop 30%, U.S. presses Russia to end the war in Ukraine, OPEC+ output plans continue to be discussed and anticipated crude oil inventory reports due later this week

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/18/25

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 06:33:19 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts and observations on the Daytona 500. CNBC/National Retail Federation Retail Monitor and the U.S. Commerce Department release their respective January Retail Sales reports. However, each group offered a different conclusion to what their reports indicate, Kevin has the details and offers his insights and analysis. Oil reacts to a possible Russia-Ukraine peace deal that could increase global oil flows, Caspian supply from a pumping station was reduced as the result of a drone strike, a falling dollar, the Presidents Day holiday and OPEC and OPEC+ still planning a series of monthly oil supply increases.

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2-14-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:21:22 +0000

Trump signs reciprocal tariffs, Kevin has the details. U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index report, Kevin digs into report and offers his insights. The U.S. Labor Department reports the number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits. Politico commits journalism and publishes an article by former Clinton Comptroller of the Currency stating that government data under reports what the people are experiencing, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal, Trump proposing reciprocal tariffs on countries that level tariffs on U.S. goods, Russia tries to bypass oil export sanctions and lessening concerns over crude oil supply.

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2-12-25 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 06:13:28 +0000

From a press conference with Elon Musk, taking questions from the media regarding the Department of Government Efficiency; on the phone with Russian President Putin then calling Ukrainian President Zelensky to try to bring the war to an end; signing Executive Orders; and welcoming back Marc Fogel, who had been in a Russian prison since 2021, at 10:30 p.m., President Trump is wearing out the press corps and network anchors. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the January Consumer Price Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to U.S. crude inventories rising more than expected, OPEC keeping demand outlook projections unchanged, Federal Reserve Chairman signaling slower interest rate cuts, and Trump's calls to Putin and Zelensky to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

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America's Truckin Network -- 2/12/24

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:10:21 +0000

The National Federation of Independent Business released their Small Business Optimism Index, Kevin has the details. The Port of L.A. and the Port of Long Beach reported their 2024 put through volumes, Kevin has the details. Transportation Merger & Acquisitions gained momentum in late 2024, Kevin has the numbers and the expectations for 2025. Oil prices react to the effects of sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil supplies, escalating trade tariffs, global economic growth, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments to the Senate Banking Committee that they are in no rush to cut interest rates and anticipated reports on U. S. and global supply and demand forecasts.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/11/25

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:09:14 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts on Super Bowl LIX. U.S. Labor Department reported January jobs numbers and the unemployment rate, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Truckers get real-time parking information on I-10. Oil reacts to Trump announcing 25% steel and aluminium tariffs, China responds with retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products and Trump announcing progress with Russia to end the Ukraine war.

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America's Truckin' Network-- 2-7-25

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:31:03 +0000

Defying the "experts," this week, we survived the Global Trade War (ended the day it started) and dramatic inflationary pressure. U.S. Labor Department reported initial claims for unemployment and those claiming unemployment benefits after the initial week; Kevin has the details. Substantial change is expected in the U.S less-than-truckload sector in 2025 according to market observers and executives, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to President Trump's pledge to raise U.S. crude oil production and lower oil prices, an expected rise in crude oil inventories, the U.S. Treasury imposing sanctions targeting Iran and Saudi Aramco raising March crude prices for Asian buyers.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/5/24

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:27:12 +0000

EXCLUSIVE! We survived the 2025 Global Trade War Feb 3, 2025 - Feb 3, 2025, Kevin has the details! The American Transportation Research Institute published the Cost of Congestion study, Kevin offers his insights and the details of what this has cost the Trucking Industry. Oil reacts to President Trump's plan to reimpose "maximum pressure" on Iran, Trump and China's President Xi are set to talk by phone, U.S tariffs on China and China's tariffs on the U.S. and the 30-day pause on Mexican and Canadian tariffs.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/5/25

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 06:25:41 +0000

Kevin talks about the rapid pace of executive orders and the disruption to business (wasteful spending), which is usual in Washington. One area that has come under the microscope is the money wasted on some Green Energy projects. One such project, the Ivanpah solar power project in the California Mojave Desert, 11 years into the expected 25-year life, the plant is set to close by the end of the year; Kevin has the details and how much this has cost the California ratepayers and us, the U.S. taxpayers. Oil reacts to the sharp rise in U.S. crude oil stocks, China hit the U.S. with tariffs on certain energy commodities, and the U.S. applies "maximum pressure" on Iran.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/4/25

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:19:29 +0000

Kevin offers his thoughts on the Washington D.C. and Philadelphia plane crashes. The Commerce Department reported the 4th quarter Gross Domestic Product, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The Labor Department reported initial unemployment claims and continuing claims, Kevin explains. Frequent ATN guest, Phil Flynn, during an appearance on Fox and Friends Saturday, stated tariff related inflation "Not going to be as bad as many people think." As usual Phil and Kevin are on the same page. Kevin provides an update on what the "experts" have labeled as a "Trade War" and offers some facts about Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods. Oil reacts to tariff talks, European tariff hand ringing and OPEC+ agreeing to a gradual raising of oil output.

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1-31-25 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:15:39 +0000

Former Congressman Sean Duffy has been confirmed as Transportation Secretary. He immediately got to work, signing his first memorandum/directive, Kevin has the details and insights as to how this will impact the economy and the cost of vehicles. With a new Senate, House and President, it is time for many pieces of legislation that have been lingering and languishing for years, to be passed and signed into law. Kevin identifies them and offers his insights. The list includes: repealing the excise tax on new trucks and trailers, reauthorizing federal highway policies and Trump's agenda for supply chains and infrastructure, standardizing various state concealed carry laws, AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and Deregulating Restrictions on Interstate Vehicles and Eighteen-wheelers Act (DRIVE Act) - Kevin has the details and offers his insights.

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America's Truckin' Network - 1-30-25

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:17:41 +0000

The Federal Reserve announced their decision on interest rates, Kevin has the details and offers his opinion. Ford issues recalls and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigates GM, Kevin has the details. Wall Street issues a chilling warning about a real estate bubble, Kevin offers his insights on the details. U. S. existing home sales data for 2024 has been released, was it an increase or a decrease? Oil reacts to U.S. crude oil inventories rising last week, U.S. still planning to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico, expectations from the upcoming OPEC+ meeting on Feb. 3rd and reports of normal oil loadings in Libya after protests.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/29/25

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:21:43 +0000

The U.S. and the World is experiencing a "Peace Dividend!" U.S. and U.K. ships return to the Red Sea, Kevin has the details and his insights. Iran signals openness to renewed U. S. negotiations The U. S. Conference reported the January Consumer Confidence numbers, Kevin has the details and provides some clarity. U. S. credit card defaults have been reported, up or down? Oil reacts to Libyan protesters blocking oil loading for export, China's manufacturing activity contracted in January, a strong dollar and the U. S. set for warmer-than-normal temperatures.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/28/25

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:26:13 +0000

alk shows and politicians are finally saying what ATN has been saying about inflation and interest rates over the last year+, welcome to the party! U.S. Commerce Department reported December new home sales, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Freight Transportation Research Associates (FTR) and senior carrier executives offer their Truckload Rate Outlook for 2025 covering several different reports and surveys. KPMG, a multinational professional services network, and one of the Big Four accounting firms, issued a report on December industrial and manufacturing production, Kevin has the details. Oil prices react to news that Chinese DeepSeek's AI model overtakes ChatGPT in Apple App store. U.S puts Columbia sanctions on hold, Trump's proposed tariffs, weak economic data from China and OPEC+ yet to react to Trump's call for lower prices.

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America's Truckin' Network 1-23-25

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:12:12 +0000

The Trump peace dividend begins. President Trump threatened to impose "high levels" of sanctions on Russia and tariffs on imports from them if the country does not reach a settlement to end its war with Ukraine; Kevin has the details of the message and offers his insights. Oil tanker rates soar on Biden sanctions issued less than two weeks before he left office. Iranian oil sanctions will affect Malaysian exports; what? Kevin has the details. A new controversy involves Biden's Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and Green Energy loans. American Trucking Associations released the December For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; Kevin has the details. Kevin explains why Stellantis has decided to move Canadian production to the U.S.. Oil reacts to falling U.S. crude and distillate inventories, gasoline inventories rise, Trump's discussion with Saudi Arabia to cut oil costs and concerns over tariffs dampening global demand.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/23/25

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 06:27:30 +0000

With the stroke of his bigly sharpie on Monday, President Trump ordered the removal of EV-Favoring policies. Yesterday the emphasis was on AI with the announcement of the formation of Project Stargate, an at least $500 billion investment to build physical and virtual infrastructure, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Oil reacts to a possible 10% tariff on Chinese goods, Iran denying it wants nuclear weapons in an effort to end the sanctions U.S. crude stocks falling for the 9th week and the U.S. ending the purchase of Venezuelan oil.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/22/25

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:15:07 +0000

Fires and cold weather are back in the headlines. Among the Executive Orders signed yesterday, many affect the energy and transportation industries. President Trump declared a National Energy Emergency, giving him a broad range of actions to reach a reliable, diversified and affordable supply of energy. President Trump also pulled out of the Paris Climate Accord. We were the largest funder ($10 billion per year) while the Accord allowed China and India to continue polluting. President Trump is going to fill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and ending Biden's war on liquified natural gas. In another Executive Order, all executive departments are barred from issuing new regulations and new rules until they are reviewed by the new agency heads. He also removed EV-Favoring policies and subsidies. Oil reacts to Trump declaring an energy emergency, potential 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada and to U.S. to stop buying Venezuelan oil.

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1-20-25 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:37:32 +0000

Wards Intelligence released December Medium-Duty sales; Kevin has the details. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has issued a letter in support of Sean Duffy as Secretary of the Department of Transportation. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has abandoned their diesel truck and diesel locomotive ban; Kevin explains why this was done. A recent report points out that in 2020, California wiped out 18 years of air pollution reduction efforts; Kevin explains. Kevin's thoughts and insights on the Trump Inauguration; some bits of trivia, some details from his speech and things you won't hear anywhere else. Oil reacts to new U.S sanctions hitting near-term supply and ship availability, Russian President Putin indicating that he is open to discussing ending the war with Ukraine, the Israel and Hamas ceasefire and Trump announcing a national energy emergency.

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1-17-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:30:05 +0000

Biden's farewell speech, Kevin discusses and offers his insights. The White House issues a report
highlighting supply chain accomplishments, Kevin breaks it down. U.S. Labor Department released the new applications for unemployment benefits data, Kevin has the details. Oil reacts to reports that the Houthi pirates are expected to halt their attacks on ships in the Red Sea; Strong U.S. retail data; comments from a Federal Reserve Governor about inflation and how this will influence the decision on interest rate cuts.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/16/24

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:12:10 +0000

Weather and California fires continue to dominate the headlines. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) this week, Kevin explains the difference between the two and digs into the details. Oil prices react to falling U.S. crude oil inventories, the lowest in nearly 3 years; a weaker dollar; Israel and Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire and hostage release; U.S. sanctions potentially disrupting supplies; OPEC predicting increases in global demand.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/15/24

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:12:36 +0000

Americas Commercial Transportation Research Associates and Freight Transportation Research Associates released December Class 8 orders, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Tim Wullenweber, Vice President, Marketing and Technical Sales of Coolants Plus, Inc. AKA StarFire.com, about their products and outlook for 2025. Minutes of the Federal Reserve's December meeting, Kevin digs into the details. Oil reacts to U.S. sanctions on Russian oil exports and anticipation of Comsumer Price Index report today.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/14/24

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:09:11 +0000

California fires continue to dominate the news, Kevin has the latest information and updates. U.S. Labor Department released Initial Jobless Claims report and continuing unemployment claims, Kevin sorts through the details. ADP National Employment Report. December new jobs report was released on Friday, what does it say about the strength of the job market? Oil reacts to wider U.S. sanctions on Russian oil as well as 183 tankers that have shipped Russin oil, forcing China and India to seek crude oil from the Middle East.

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1-10-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 06:09:06 +0000

Weather and SoCal fires dominate the news; Kevin has the updates. Truckers News poll, rating 2024 and looking forward to 2025, Kevin has the results and insights. President George W. Bush had a "Hemispheric Energy" Dream of energy independence; that dream was achieved under Donald Trump in 2020, and he plans to return to that position. Provinces in Canada are pushing back against radical oil and gas policies. Jimmy Carter was buried yesterday; Kevin shares his thoughts about how the Carter Administration seems to have repeated itself in the Biden years—news regarding the potential Dockworkers' strike. Appeals Court weighs in on the truck-only tolls in Rhode Island. Oil reacts to demand increases due to cold weather in the U.S. and Europe, and Band iden will announce new sanctions targeting Russia and strong refining run rates.

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America's Truckin Network -- 1/9/24

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:11:08 +0000

Weather continues to drive the news cycle; Kevin has the details. 12 well known companies that went bankrupt in 2024. Work begins on rebuilding Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge (FSKB); Kevin doubts whether a new bridge across the Ohio River (after 13 yrs of hysteria) will be built before the FSKB. Acquisition news from Pitt Ohio and AIT. Goodyear sells a brand, which one? Oil reacts to a stronger dollar, large builds in U.S. fuel inventories, tightening supplies from Russia and other OPEC members.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/8/25

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:19:05 +0000

Winter weather prompts States to waive "hours of service" for truckers delivering heating fuel, propane, medical equipment, poultry, livestock, feed, etc. Biden plans last-minute moves on AI, climate and pardons. Biden bans offshore drilling on 625 million acres of Federal waters, Kevin has the details and puts this in perspective. Oil reacts to concerns over tighter supply from Russia and Iran due to Western sanctions, expected Chinese demand and cold weather in the U.S. and Europe boosting demand.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/7/24

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:48:22 +0000

Winter storms arrive making travel dangerous from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic, Kevin has the latest details. The U.S. Labor Department released the Initial Unemployment Applications numbers, Kevin digs into the report. East Coast Dockworkers set to meet today to avoid a strike on January 15th, which would affect 15 Ports from Boston to Miami as well as the Gulf Ports. Oil prices react to winter storms boosting demand, a weaker dollar, additional fiscal stimulus to revitalize China's faltering economy and the expectations of tighter sanctions on Iran and Russian oil exports.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/2/25

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 06:09:11 +0000

U.S. Ports report November volume, Kevin has the details. New York to charge Fossil Fuel Companies for climate effects. Kevin shares his thoughts on this.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 1/1/25

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:08:01 +0000

Kevin rings in the New Year and the 8th day of Christmas. Headlines: China hacked Treasury Dept. in "Major Incident," interesting timing. 2025: The Trump Era Returns, how his Cabinet picks will affect transportation, infrastructure, Labor and regulations. Value-Seekers Drove 2024's Retail Trends and Dead Ends - the winners and losers. Brent crude prices finished the year down 3.1% and West Texas Intermediate Crude was roughly flat compared to 2023. Kevin reviews crude oil in 2024 and industry projections for 2025.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/30/24

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 06:07:07 +0000

Kevin has the data on November Medium -Duty sales and November Truck Tonnage. US Economy defies odds despite challenges. In thin late-year trade oil reacts to dropping temperatures in the U.S. and Europe and pending reports on the health of the China's economy.

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12-27-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:17:34 +0000

U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index, what does this inflation gauge tell us about the direction of inflation. The Conference Board released the consumer confidence index for December, Kevin offers his perspective on the report. Initial holiday sales numbers are in, how do they compare to prior years? Oil prices react to the dollar's strength, hopes for addition fiscal stimulus in China, American Petroleum Institute reporting that U.S. crude oil stocks falling and expected confirmation of those declines by the Energy Information Administration.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/24/24

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:12:33 +0000

Winter has officially arrived, from Saturday, the shortest day of the year, the days get longer. The Government funding Bill got passed last week to avoid a Government shutdown, Kevin puts this into perspective. The AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act has once again been left out and not passed. Oil reacts to thin trading ahead of the Christmas holiday, reports of a crude oil supply surplus next year, concerns over the temporary halting of oil flow from Russia to many Eastern European countries over the weekend and Comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell regarding a slower pace of rate cuts next year.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/19/24

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:09:28 +0000

The Federal Reserve cut interest rate for the third time this year; how will this affect your personal finances and the U.S. economy. The U.S. House and Senate have reached a compromise deal on a stopgap funding bill. With everything packed into the Bill one of the most important safety measures, that has had bipartisan support over the last two years was not included, Kevin has the details. U.S. November Class 8 sales have been reported, which brands are up and which are down. Oil reacts to U.S. crude oil stocks falling more the double what was expected; the Federal Reserve interest rate cut and rate cut

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/17/24

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:18:07 +0000

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Producer Price Index for November, Kevin has the details. Toll rates will rise in several states in 2025; which states will be affected, Kevin gives his thoughts about tolls, especially those on the Ohio Turnpike. Oil prices react to China's consumer spending data falling short of expectations, expected interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, profit taking and anticipated U.S. crude and distillate inventories falling.

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12-12-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:57:52 +0000

Trucking CFOs and CEOs look to recovery in 2025 with tight budgets, Kevin talks about some of the cost cutting tips, asset usage, using technology, etc. Trucking, Logistics experience another strong Holiday Season, Kevin breaks down the information. DHL releases its 2024 Peak Season Shipping Survey. Oil reacts to the International Energy Agency raising oil demand growth forecast for 2025; Iran accepts tougher oversight at Fordow enrichment plant; higher inflation than expected; U.S. gasoline and distillate rising more than expected last week and expectations of crude oil demand in China.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/12/24

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 06:10:42 +0000

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index; the first since the November election. Kevin talks about the key points. The U.S. Labor Department's consumer price index has been released. Is inflation continuing to improve? Oil reacts to the European Union agreeing to an additional round of sanctions on Russia and targeting its "shadow fleet"; fuel inventories post larger-than-expected stock builds; OPEC cutting demand growth outlook for 2024 and 2025 for the fifth consecutive month and the anticipated rise in Chinese demand as Beijing plans economic growth boost.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/11/24

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:11:46 +0000

After a weekend of logging 500 miles, travelling to one of our Christmas destination traditions and a new Christmas destination, I talked about what seems to be increased truck traffic. I also mentioned observing what appears to be an air of optimism. Over the past two decades, California has become a juggernaut of solar energy production. Are its residents reaping the benefits? How is it performing as an alternative energy model. Reminder, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024. To volunteer or donate please visit wreathsacrossamerica.org.

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12-6-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:58:59 +0000

ADP released the number of private sector jobs added in November. How many are there, and how does that compare with the estimates? The U.S. Labor Department announced the weekly initial jobless claims; what do they tell us about the job market? Also reported were the number of people unemployed for 15 weeks or longer, good or bad news? The Commerce Department reported the November trade deficit numbers. Is it expanding or contracting? A meat plant is closing, the company; which company, in which State, and how many people will be affected? Oil reacts to OPEC+'s decision to delay oil production output increases until the end of the 1st quarter in 2025, estimates of an ample supply in 2025, the continuing shaky Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, and President-elect Trump's envoy traveling to Qatar and Israel to kick-start a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.

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Americ'as Truckin' Network -- 12/5/24

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:07:21 +0000

Tariff concerns propel Chinese exports to record heights, how is this affecting the trade balance and will it lead to a trade war? The Atlantic Hurricane Season has ended, the actual numbers and severity compared to the estimates and previous years. Kevin's reaction and the Trucking Industry's reaction to the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Secretary of Labor. Oil reacts to OPEC+'s imminent decision to extend production cuts, larger-than-expected draw in U.S. crude stockpiles last week, the shaky ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, South Korea's curtailed declaration of martial law and a rebel offensive in Syria that threatens to draw in forces from several oil-producing counties.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/4/24

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 06:12:10 +0000

Thanksgiving weekend retail sales numbers are in; we have the data, ae the numbers up or down? R+L Carriers reopens former Yellow Corp. terminals, where are they? October Port Container volumes have been announced; which ports saw increases, which saw decreases and why? Oil reacts to the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel collapsing, OPEC+ likely to extend production cuts until the end of the first quarter in 2025 and weak global demand.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 12/3/24

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:14:39 +0000

Capitol Christmas Tree arrives in Washinton D.C. from Alaska. Leave it to truckers to bring you Christmas cheer. Preliminary Retail sales numbers are coming in from Black Friday and the post-Thanksgiving "Cyber Week," we have the numbers; what does this tell us? Are the numbers up or down? Are there any hints of an increasing economy and/or an end to the trucking recession? Oil reacts to optimism around strong factory activity in China, offset by concerns that the Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates when they meet later this month, OPEC+'s decision to postpone their meeting until Dec. 5th to determine whether to delay a planned oil output increase, a shaky Lebanon-Israel ceasefire and a possible coup in Syria.

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America' Truckin' Network -- 11/28/24

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 06:32:05 +0000

The Federal Reserve released the minutes of their November meeting, indicating their view on the labor market and whether they are satisfied with the progress of lowering inflation. How the auto industry slump is affecting parts supplier Bosch. October new home sales and home-price growth reports have been released, good news or bad news? Oil prices react to additional information regarding the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire which went into effect on Wednesday, additional information about whether OPEC+ will delay oil output increases, surprise gasoline inventories and crude oil inventories.

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11-27-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:56:19 +0000

Consumer confidence reports released; what does it tell us? News regarding Stellantis, Ford Motor Co. and GM; are they displaying strength or weakness? Oil reacts to the Israel - Lebanon ceasefire, OPEC+ begins discussions to continue production cuts or increases, Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods unless they stem the massive flow of immigration and drugs across the borders, and anticipated crude oil stockpile data dew from the American Petroleum Institute.

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America's Truckin Network -- 11/26/24

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:32:37 +0000

Thanksgiving week, time to enjoy family and friends. Record number of people traveling this week, will the weather cooperate? Just in time for this travel week, some service workers at airports have gone on strike, which airports? We'll tell you. AAA adds electric vehicle charging data to its new "Fuel Prices" website. Oil reacts to reports that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to the terms of a ceasefire, OPEC+ considering keeping production cuts in place and the potential of the Russia-Ukraine war expanding to a wider conflict.

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11-22-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:02:52 +0000

Trump names Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary, what this will mean for the business community and the various data reports coming from the department. Trucking firms and members of the state Assembly call on NY Governor Hochul to delay EV mandates. Litigants allege EPA cannot legally mandate electric trucks. Oil reacts to escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war, OPEC+ may delay output increases in December, China announcing policy measures to boost trade and increasing U.S. crude inventories. Phil Flynn, Senior Analyst Price Futures Group in his Energy Report points out that the incoming Trump Administration is signaling to the International Energy Agency to be more accurate in their data reporting. Also, Canadian oil companies are exploring the possibility of building pipelines and finishing the Keystone XL pipeline.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/21/24

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:11:58 +0000

American Trucking Associations released the For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index for October, good news or bad news. October Medium-Duty Sales reported by Wards Intelligence some increases and decreases. Merger and Acquisitions continue, who's buying and who is being acquired? Dockworkers and Railroad Unions contract negotiations are the clouds looming over the economy early next year, the issues and the chances of avoiding strikes. Oil reacts to the Russia-Ukraine war intensifying, U.S. vetoing a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire, OPEC+ possibly delaying output increases, full output capacity restored at a key North Sea oilfield, U. S. crude and gasoline inventories rising more than expected and anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

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11-19-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:03:19 +0000

Trump chooses a former Congressman for the Department of Transportation Secretary; who is it, and what does it mean for infrastructure projects? Oil reacts to Norway's oilfield restarting production, reports of Iran offering to cap its uranium stockpile, Biden allowing Ukraine to use U.S. missiles to strike into the Russian homeland, and estimates that U.S. crude oil and gasoline inventories rose last week ahead of the upcoming report.

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Americ'as Truckin' Network -- 11/19/24

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:11:44 +0000

Leading freight companies prepare for trucking turnaround, who are they? Truck driver demand indications, up or down? AAA issued its latest prediction of how many people will travel over the Thanksgiving Day holiday, Tuesday Nov. 26 to Monday, Dec. 2. Oil reacts to production halting at western Europe's largest oil field (located in Norway) due to an onshore power outage and Russia's war in Ukraine escalated over the weekend.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/15/24

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 06:11:43 +0000

Truckload turnaround? Original Equipment Manufacturers give their forecasts for 2025. Wards Intelligence releases data on Class 8 truck sales, are they up or down? Climate summit, COP (Conference of the Parties) 29 opens in Baku, Azerbaijan with the President of Azerbaijan dropping a bomb shell. U.S. Department of Energy said that 200 million barrels of oil have been delivered to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, we do the math. Tropical Depression 19 expected to hit Honduras and neighboring countries. Oil holds steady.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/14/24

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:12:18 +0000

Groups representing the trucking industry, construction sector, business community and others express optimism to an incoming Trump administration. American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne Clark and National Association of Manufactures President and CEO Jay Timmons weigh in. Rush Truck Centers Gary Willis, VP of Marketing and Communications and Jody Pollard, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing join me to talk about the winner of the Rush sweepstakes for the last Peterbilt 389X, market outlook for the 4th Qtr. 2024, 2025 and much more. How will oil prices be affected by OPEC's lower demand forecast, the U.S. dollar advancing to a 7-month peak after inflation data, Saudi Crown Prince and Russia's Putin talking "close coordination" with OPEC+ and estimates of weekly crude oil inventory data.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/13/24

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:13:05 +0000

Kevin discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by a ¼ percentage point. Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. released data on Class 8 Truck Orders for October, were they up or down? China and the European Union, a possible trade war? Oil reacts to OPEC's latest downward revision for demand growth, a stronger U.S. dollar and disappointment over China's latest stimulus plan.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/12/24

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:17:20 +0000

Kevin talks about how people seem to have a sense of optimism, that help is on the way. What a Trump Presidency means for EVs, Oil, LNG exports, Offshore Wind, Clean Energy Tax Credits, High-Tech Loans and Power Plants. Oil reacts to China's latest stimulus plan failing to boost their economy, a stronger dollar and expected non-OPEC crude oil supply increasing.

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11-7-24 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:02:13 +0000

My take on presidential election night, my streak of watching 16 elections until the wee hours of the morning (sometimes sleep is overrated), how well did the pollsters predict the results, and how well did AI predict the battleground states? Investors consider the impact of the Trump presidency on oil supply and demand, a soaring dollar, U.S. crude inventories rising more than expected, and the possibility of sanctions on Venezuela and Iran.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 11/5/24

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:12:15 +0000

How my wife and I helped the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the jobs numbers for October, we dig into the numbers, were they up or down? Vast ancient Mayan city is found in a Mexican jungle; what happened to the people? Oil reacts to OPEC+'s decision to delay plans to increase output, the presidential election, a possible hurricane forecast threatening U.S. Gulf production, possible interest rate cuts from the Fed this week, escalation in Middle East tensions and whether China's additional stimulus measures will boost their economy.

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11-1-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 05:05:15 +0000

The U.S. Commerce Department released the 3rd Quarter Gross Domestic Product report, we break it down and talk about it. The Conference Board released the consumer confidence index report, good news or bad news? Ford announces an adjustment to the Michigan factory that produces its signature electric vehicle, the F-150 Lightning plug-in pickup truck, will production increase or decrease? Oil reacts to U.S. gasoline stockpiles hitting a two year low and the potential for OPEC+ to delay a planned output increase in December. Oil traders are awaiting the outcome of the U.S. presidential election this coming Tuesday, trying to gauge the impact of a Harris or Trump administration on oil production, sanctions and prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/31/24

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:13:08 +0000

Americas Commercial Transportation Research released the September trailer orders report, what they tell us and don’t tell us. More layoffs! How many and which company. A U.S. company and a Mexican company have entered into a cross-border and intermodal joint venture, becoming the largest such entity, who are they? Weaker crude prices and refining margins are forcing four of the five supermajor oil companies to borrow money; which companies and for what purpose. Oil reacts to unexpected falling U.S. crude and gasoline inventories, reports that OPEC+ may delay a planned oil output increase and the growing possibility of a new era of “drill baby drill.” Phil Flynn’s Energy Report indicates global markets are increasingly pricing in a Donald Trump reelection

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/30/24

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:12:49 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on a recent trip between Cincinnati, OH and Columbus, OH; the number of trucks on the highway and traffic flow; what does this say about the economy and certain potential regulations. El Niño vs human influences on climate change. The latest hurdle for U.S. farmers hoping to provide crop exports. Oil prices react to possible Israel and Lebanon peace talks, weak China demand for oil, anticipated crude inventory levels and potential interest rate cuts from the Fed.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/28/24

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:11:07 +0000

Overdrive Magazine released the results of their poll indicating trucking industry professionals' Presidential preference, we go through the results and break down the information. Oil prices react to Israel's retaliatory strike against Iran's military on Saturday bypassing oil and nuclear facilities, which should not disrupt energy supplies and OPEC + keeping oil output policy unchanged, including a plan to start raising output in December. OPEC+ will meet on Dec. 1.

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America's Truckin Network -- 10/25/24

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:08:48 +0000

Trucking firm selected to deliver the Capitol Christmas Tree, we tell you who it is. Consumers switch to slower shipping, how this will impact earnings at UPS, FedEx, etc. The U.S. Department of Labor releases weekly jobless claims, up or down? Oil prices react to possible reduced energy demand in Europe due to slow economic growth, continued concerns regarding the timing and extent of Israel's retaliation for Iran's Oct. 1st missile attack and changes which may or may not take place pending the outcome of the Presidential election.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/24/24

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:04:53 +0000

Dennis Dellinger, Chairman, American Trucking Associations wrote an article "Trucking Comes Through in Times of Need." The article reiterated the impotance of the Trucking Industry. September Housing starts for Single-Family Home and Multifamily Homes were released, are they up or down and why are they important? How are oil prices affected by rising crude stocks and gasoline inventories, falling distillate inventories, a stronger dollar, Israel beginning stikes on the Lebanese port city Tyre, U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's failure to secure a easefire between Israel and the Iranian proxies, Hezbollah and Hamas.

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10-23-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:55:14 +0000

Volvo Trucks unveiled significant enhancements to its Blue Service Contract, what is it and what does it do. American Trucking Associations released the September For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index, good news or bad news? The Federal Reserve cut interest rates, how has this affected mortgage rates? Oil reacts to fading hopes of a Middle East ceasefire, tightening global oil supply and demand balance, China's additional attempts to stimulate their economy and U.S. crude oil stockpiles.

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America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:04:05 +0000

U.S. Commerce Department released September Retail Sales, up or down? U.S. Labor Department reported initial unemployment claim filings, increasing or decreasing? Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, Author of The Energy Report & Contributor to Fox Business Network; we discuss a wide range of topics from Geopolitical issues in the Middle East, the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and the failure of green energy. Oil prices react to increased fighting in the Middle East, the expectation of retaliatory Israeli attacks on Iran and falling oil demand in China due to their slumping economy.

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10-18-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:02:07 +0000

Congratulations to the winner of the last Peterbilt 389X sweepstakes (sadly, not me) sponsored by Rush Truck Centers; who was it? September Medium-Duty truck sales numbers were released; the numbers and what do they tell us. Home Depot hardware rival files for bankruptcy. States temporarily lift fuel tax rules and motor fuel use tax. How will falling U.S. crude and fuel inventories, European Central Bank cutting interest rates for the third time this year, a strong dollar and the continuing fear that Israel's retaliation on Iran might lead to disruptions in Middle-East crude supplies affect oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/17/24

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:06:39 +0000

J.B. Hunt announced 3rd Quarter financial data, how do their numbers look, do they give us any indications as to the industry. Walgreens to close 1,200 U.S. stores, the reasons, their future plans and what does this say about the healthcare industry. Two major container shipping giants have determined the routes through the Red Sea as too dangerous and are making plans to begin using shipping routes down the West coast of Africa; what does that mean for supply chains and freight costs. Oil reacts to estimated U.S. crude stockpiles rising, an easing of worries that Middle-East conflicts will disrupt supplies and worldwide weak demand.

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10-16-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:54:16 +0000

Deloitte (Accounting and Consulting firm) released its 2024 Holiday Retail Survey; what trends can we expect and can retailers expect increses? U.S. Class 8 truck sales numbers were released; who's up and who's down. International Motors (formrely Navistar) Q3 Sales have been reported, the takeaways from the information. The U.S. has announced new sanctions on Iran and entities linked to the "ghost fleet" of tankers shipping the oil. Oil prices react to Israel indicating they will not target Iran's nuclear or oil sites in retalliation for the Oct. 1 missile attack; OPEC and the International Energy Agency cutting their respective oil demand outlook estimates and Hedge funds unwinding some of their positions.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/15/24

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:04:08 +0000

Took in a couple of Fall Festivals this weekend (1½ hour and 1hr away) lots of fun, good eats and observations about the economy. New Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rule mandates, what are they and what do they mean? American Transportation Research Institute released its 20th annual Top Industry Issues report, major shifts in and out of the top 10. Oil reacts to OPEC cutting its 2024 and 2025 global oil demand forecasts, falling Chinese oil imports and the US plans to send an anti-missile system and 100 American troops to Israel.

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10-10-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:58:14 +0000

Hurricane Milton and destruction update. The Consumer Price Index numbers were released, the good news and the bad news. U.S. Department of Labor Weekly jobless claims report was released the numbers surprised the "experts". The minutes of the most recent Federal Reserve meeting were released giving us some insight into their interst rate cut decision making. Oil reacts to Hurricane Milton, Iran- Israel escalation, oil producing nations concern over production interuption and possible demand increases.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/10/24

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:03:47 +0000

Hurricane Milton update. Biden signs Bill easing Veterans' access to commercial driving schools (CDL). American Trucking Associations' outgoing Chairman Andrew Boyle wrote an article encouraging people to get involved in the political process. Oil prices react to US crude stockpiles rising; gasoline and distillate stocks falling; Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss Israel 's retaliation against Iran, which could cause oil supply disruptions, with Joe Biden; Hurricane Milton and China's slow economic growth reducing their oil demand.

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10-8-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:01:52 +0000

The latest update on Hurricane Milton. The September Logistics Managers' Index has been released, does it indicate expansion or contraction. Rivian Automotive has applied for a Federal loan to help finance a $5 billion electric vehicle factory. Rivian adjusts 2024 production targets, up or down and why. Oil reacts to easing fears of supply disruptions from the conflict between Israel and Iran after Hezbollah signaled support for a ceasefire proposed by Lebanon, Hurricane Milton and the expectation that the US crude oil stockpiles rose in the previous week.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/8/24

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:04:12 +0000

US Dockworkers' strike ends...for now; contract extended until Jan. 15. US jobless claims reported, we have the numbers. The Labor Department released the September Jobs Report and Unemployment Rate; are the numbers up or down? Oil reacts to an increased risk of a region-wide Middle East war, Iran-backed Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel's third largest city; Houthis launch missiles from Yemen and the possibility that Israel may attack Iran's oil facilities.

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10-4-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 04:59:19 +0000

How well is the Biden Administration and FEMA responding in the aftermath of Helene? An update on the Dockworkers' strike: should the Taft-Hartley Act be invoked? What is the Taft-Hartley Act? After demonizing Tariffs, suddenly they're okay? Stellantis reports 3rd quarter sales, up or down? Stellantis recalls 200,000 plug-in Jeeps and SUVs. Oil reacts to comments from Joe Biden regarding Israel's possible retaliation against Iran, OPEC+ spare oil capacity, and possible disruptions in oil shipments in the Middle East.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/3/24

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:04:13 +0000

The number of deaths and the extent of the destruction from Hurricane Helene continues to grow; the staggering numbers. Businesses assess the effects of the strike by the International Longshoremen's Association at 36 East and Gulf Coast ports from Boston to Houston. Will Biden take any steps to end the strike? How will oil prices be affected by fears of Middle East oil supply disruptions, Israel vowing to retaliate against Iran for Tuesday's 180 missile attack, U.S. crude and gasoline inventories rising and OPEC+'s decision to keep oil output policy unchanged.

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10-2-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:09:24 +0000

Kevin gives an update on Hurricane Helene and the recovery effort, including his thoughts on the Vice Presidential Debate. He also discusses the largest dockworker strike since 1977 and how this affected the economy. And oil reacts to Iran launching a missile attack on Israel's Houthi's attack on another vessel in the Red Sea—upcoming U.S oil inventory data.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 10/1/24

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 05:05:20 +0000

East and Gulf Coast Ports prepare to close; the issues and ramifications. Commerce Department released the Personal Comsumption Expenditures report, the key Federal Reserve's inflation gauge. What were the results and what does it say about the battle against inflation. Sale of remaining Yellow Corp. terminals. Oil reacts to fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East curtailing Iranian crude supply after Israel attacks terrorists in Lebanon and Yemen, OPEC+ potential oil production increases, Beijing stimulus may not be enough to lift demand, Chinese factory activity shrinks for a fifth straight month and reports that Libya's oil production may come back online this week.

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9-27-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:59:27 +0000

The Bureau of Economic Analysis issued the third and final estimate of the 2nd Quarter Gross Domestic Product, Personal Consumption Index, and Consumer Price Index, which it tells and doesn't tell us. West Coast ports' volumes surge; why and what that tells us about the economy. Oil prices react to a report that Saudi Arabia will give up its $100 per barrel price target in preparation for raising output, the prospect of additional crude supply from Libya, and China's pledge to deploy "necessary fiscal spending."

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/26/24

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 05:06:40 +0000

American Trucking Associations releases the August For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index, up or down? September Consumer Confidence Index released, a good sign or bad sign? U.S. weekly jobless claims released, sizzling or fizzling? How are oil prices being affected by worries over supply disruptions in Libya, China's latest stimulus plans trying to boost their economy, falling U.S. crude inventories and intensifying conflict between Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel.

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9-24-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 05:02:18 +0000

U.S Department of Transportation praises trucking's efforts in new trafficking report. Amazon boosts warehouse worker pay. Southern California August cargo volumes reported, up or down? Another union threatens to strike, which could lead to suply chain disruptions and possible shortages of consumer products. Oil reacts to reports that China has announced the biggest real estate stimulus package and interest rate cuts; concerns that the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East could hit regional supply and another hurricane threatens oil production in the U.S.

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9-20-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:03:35 +0000

Teamsters release Presidential endorsement polling data—wow! My thoughts. The August U.S. Trailer orders report was released. Attention is turning to lower-than-normal U.S. Crude oil supplies, significantly since the Strategic Petroleum Reserves were depleted in 2022. Oil reacts to the Fed rate cut, but... the Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.0%, rising tensions in the Middle East and weak demand from China.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/19/24

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:07:01 +0000

Kevin discusses the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut. August Medium-Duty Truck sales report released, good news or bad news? How Israel planted explosives in thousands of Hezbollah pagers. Chinese Refineries go bankrupt, what does this tell us about China's economy? Which Industries perform best and worst after interest rate cuts? How oil prices reacted to falling U.S. crude stocks, gasoline and distillate build, interest rate cuts and the rise in Middle East tensions after pager blasts.

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9-18-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:03:39 +0000

As an opponent of climate emergency hysteria, I find it ironic that Hurricane GORDON has been named, given its current status.
Based on past statements by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and his criteria for interest rate cuts, any cuts will be more politically motivated than "...to promote the stability and efficiency of the U.S. economy and financial system." Due to weak August economic data, oil reacts to mounting supply disruptions, potential interest rate cuts, falling U.S. crude inventories, and weak crude oil demands.

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America'sTruckin' Network -- 9/17/24

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:05:30 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Economists looking forward to the Federal Reserve possible interest rate cut; will it happen? Super Harvest Moon lunar eclipse tonight, best time to view. Goldman Sachs CEO David M. Solomon "scorches Kamala Harris for turning a report from an independent analyst into 'something that's bigger than what it was intended to be.' Oil reacts to the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump, ongoing impact of Hurricane Francine on output in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, weaker Chinese economic data released over the weekend and reports that a missile launched by the Houthi terrorists hit Israel.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/11/24

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:04:52 +0000

Consumer Price Index (CPI) report was released. The Stock Market, Oil Market, businesses, etc. were looking for this final piece of the puzzle as to whether and how much the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates. Did this report support or undermine interest rate cuts? Kevin takes a look at various items in the CPI, which prices are up, which are down. A liberal news organization commits journalism. How is hurricane Francine and an increase in crude inventories affecting oil prices.

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9-11-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:14:05 +0000

Kevin's take on the Trump vs. Harris debate. Kevin talks about the 23rd anniversary of 9/11/2001. Hero truck drivers surround a school bus during a shooting on the highway. Volkswagon deals with Chinese imports. Volvo reverses the EV push, and oil reacts to decrease the oil demand: Tropical Storm Francine and the weak Chinese economy.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/10/24

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:07:09 +0000

Kevin takes a look at last Friday's Jobs report, the not so good, the bad and the ugly. Drilling down into the jobs report, an increasing shift from full time to part time and which sectors added jobs and which sectors lost jobs. There has been a significant shift between native-born workers and "foreign-born" workers. Volkswagen is considering closing factories in Germany for the first time in its 87-year history. Oil reacts to potential hurricane formation in the Gulf of Mexico, Libya (again) curtailing production, OPEC+'s decision to delay planned output increases, the sluggish U. S economy and China showing no signs of improving economic conditions.

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9-6-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:06:42 +0000

Americas Commercial Transportation Research releases Used Class 8 Retail Summary for July: what trends does it show, does it provide optimism going forward and how is inflation, unknown timing of interest rate reduction and lagging freight rates affecting sales. On the heels of a truck driver pay report earlier this week the American Trucking Associations (ATA) releases their Driver Compensation Study; some notable trends and surprises in the report. Oil prices react to demand concerns in the U.S and China, a likely rise in supplies out of Libya, greater than expected reduction from U.S. crude inventories, slower U.S. job growth and OPEC+'s decision to postpone output increases.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/5/24

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:06:08 +0000

Tuesday morning, I covered the Trucking industry reacting to the DEA proposal to downgrade marijuana. Some are now taking about whether this will become a "potent" political issue during the November presidential election. The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, The Core Personal Consumption Price Index (PCE) report has been released; what this means regarding potential interest rate cuts at their meeting Sept. 17-18. U.S. Manufacturing Purchase Managers' Index was released, is the trend up or down. The Commerce Department revised its initial Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the total output of goods and services. Crude oil reacts to pessimism about demand uncertain supply increases; lackluster data from the U.S. and China as well as awaiting crude oil inventory reports.

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09-03-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:02:38 +0000

Kevin looks at the Fleet Intel Report Qtr. 2 Driver Pay Trend Tracker Report. Huge shipping company files for Chapter 11. Where have all the hurricanes gone? How the possible restart of Libyan crude oil production and exports, the weaker-than-expected Chinese manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index, the expected increase in the U.S. Summer driving season failure to materialize, and the sluggish European economy are affecting oil prices.

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Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:05:16 +0000

Trucking organizations reacted to the DEA Proposal, downgrading marijuana from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule III Controlled Substance Act violation. Crude oil prices responded to light trading due to the Labor Day holiday, oil exports at major Libyan ports halted, OPEC and OPEC+ plans to increase oil output in October, and evidence that China's economy is not recovering as expected with the report that manufacturing activity sank to a six-month low.

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8-29-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 05:06:27 +0000

Shout out to truckers who will be working over this holiday weekend. California Trucking Association ends AB 5 (eliminating independent contractors) legal challenges. Oil Change International issues report claiming Countries are preparing to waste hundreds of billions of dollars on Carbon Capture technology. The Guardian mocks Climate Change stupidity. Biden-Harris Administration doles out $400 billion of EPA grants to its "Environmental Justice Advisers!" Oil reacts to crude oil supply disruptions in Libya. Iran announced plans to lower output, expectations that the Federal Reserve "may" start cutting interest rates in September, and indications of less oil demand in the U.S. and Europe.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 9/29/24

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:03:34 +0000

Kevin discusses the Consumer Confidence Index released on Tuesday. Because of a bill signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz, in 2023, Minnesota fuel taxes to jump in 2025 through 2027. A new fuel analysis by the Tax Foundation shows the states with the highest to the lowest diesel and gas TAXES. Estes acquires 7 leased terminals previously operated by bankrupt Yellow Corp. Crude oil prices react to a smaller-than-expected draw on crude stockpiles; China's struggling economy and slowing oil demand; the potential loss of Libyan oil output and escalating fighting between Israel and Hamas and Hezbollah.

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8-27-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:03:38 +0000

Durable goods orders report released, good news or bad news? Another merger/acquisition involving companies servicing the trucking industry. Additional information involving Ford's EV division. Fire breaks out at Illinois EV manufacturing facility. GM lays off 1,000 employees, which division and why. Surface temperature of the Atlantic Ocean is changing at a rapid rate, nobody seems to know why; how will this affect storm forecasts? Oil reacts to worries of slower economic growth in the U.S. China and Germany; major disruptions in Libya's crude oil production; lower crude oil stockpiles and the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/27/24

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:08:01 +0000

Kevin's take on the final night of the DNC Convention. During Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's speech at the annual Jackson Hole Wyoming conference said “The time has come for policy to adjust...” does that mean interest rates will be cut in September or not? Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. endorses Donald Trump and will be part of the campaign; what does that signal? Some are hinting at $3.00/gal by Thanksgiving, reality or wishful thinking? How are crude oil supply concerns, escalating and expanding conflict in the Middle East, major crude oil production cuts in Libya and possible interest rate cuts affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/22/24

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:04:52 +0000

Federal Reserve meeting minutes released, what does it say about the timing of interest rate cuts. Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) "preliminary annual benchmark review" of employment data indicated the largest adjustment in 15 years! Was it up or down? Ford makes a major decision regarding EV SUVs and next generation electric pickups. Oil reacts to the BLS jobs data, falling U.S crude oil stocks, gasoline and distillate inventories, economic weakness in China, Mid-East ceasefire talks and the Houthi attacks on two oil tankers in the Red Sea.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/21/24

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:05:21 +0000

American Trucking Associations (ATA) celebrates rejection of tax proposal. U.S. Leading Indicators index released - what are they and what do they mean. ATA July For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index released, what does it tell us. U.S. Job Growth far less than reported, not a surprise to listeners of ATN. How are crude oil prices reacting to easing Middle East supply concerns and economic weakness in China.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/20/24

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:08:32 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on Day 1 at the DNC. Near historic levels of bankruptcy and liquidations in the first half of 2024. Two historic companies are victims of the current economy. Giant shipping firm faces liquidation, ripple effect will be felt throughout the industry. Oil reacts to mid-east peace talks, China's economic problems and escalation of the Russian-Ukraine war.

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8-16-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:02:46 +0000

We look at the U.S. retail sales of medium-duty trucks report. Layoffs are not just happening in the trucking industry; we look at major layoffs in the Media and Tech industries. More layoffs in the trucking industry. How the U.S. retail sales report, a new round of Gaza ceasefire talks, Ukraine's counterattack into Russian territory, and China's spotty economic recovery are affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/15/24

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:03:34 +0000

The Labor Department released the July Consumer-Price Index, Kevin drills down into the numbers for the specifics. Takeaways from The Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding the Truck Transportation and Warehouse/Storage jobs. Oil reacts to an unexpected rise in crude oil inventories, easing worries of a wider Middle East conflict threatening production, reduced estimates of crude oil demand and the Consumer Price Index numbers.

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America's Truckin Network -- 8/14/24

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:05:41 +0000

Kevin talks about July Class 8 truck sales and Class 8 truck orders; what that means for the industry. US Labor Department released the July Producer Price Index, how will this affect the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates next month. We look at the Truck Transportation and Warehousing/Storage jobs report. Oil reacts to Iran hinting that it may not retaliate against Israel, OPEC lowering demand expectations and lacklustre Chinese consumption and economic growth.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/13/24

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:03:25 +0000

ATN ahead of the curve once again! "It ain't braggin' if you can do it." A couple of stories we've covered, a week and a few days respectively before anyone else. They claim inflation has slowed, we just don't appreciate it yet. Acquisition news involving Ryder, 7 Logistics Companies and Estes. Oil reacts to Iran's threats on Israel, US sending a guided missile submarine to the Middle East, the continuing war in Gaza, Hezbollah launching missiles into Northern Israel, U.S. Jobs Report, China's inflation report and Ukraine's offensive into Russia.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/9/24

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 05:02:42 +0000

Climmunists and their unintended consequences! FedEx making significant cuts and divestment of its best-performing segment. TFI International reports 2nd Quarter results, indicates acceleration of acquisitions in 2025 and placing one of its divisions on a "diet." Oil prices react to the latest U.S unemployment report, a major drop in U.S. crude oil inventory, Iran's continued threats against Israel, reports of an attack on a UK ship in the Red Sea and production cuts in Libya's Sharara oilfield.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/8/24

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 05:05:53 +0000

Trucking recession claims another company. Three companies expand through acquisitions. How crude oil stocks draw down, Libyan protests forcing production reductions, Iran's threats and China's crude oil import declines are affecting oil prices. Despite predictions that we have hit peak oil demand, evidence indicates those predictions are premature.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/7/24

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:05:42 +0000

A State Senator wants to mandate that the State's pension plans divest oil and gas investments, even though it could jeopardize the financial health of those pensions. A major Corporation founded in 1879 moves out of California. Oil reacts to supply tightness and financial markets' slump, Iran's vow of retaliation against Israel and the U.S. following the killing of two terrorist leaders and oil production disruptions in Libya.

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8-05-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 05:03:12 +0000

You won't believe the latest person added to the TSA's "suspected terrorist watchlist!" Kevin's thoughts on the July jobs and unemployment reports were released on Friday. At least one state is looking for commercial vehicle owners. Oil prices react to Iran's threats to Israel, the disappointing jobs and unemployment reports, lackluster demand in China, and possible OPEC+ production increases.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/2/24

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:02:24 +0000

Text message scammers and toll fees. One State raises tolls 20%! Emergency Fuel Waiver, who's affected. June Used Class 8 truck sales numbers released. Oil prices react to worries of a wider Middle East crisis after the killing of the Hamas leader and Hezbollah leader, OPEC+ approving members to unwind production cuts starting in October and China's continued economic decline.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 8/1/24

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:02:31 +0000

Kevin's take on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments after the two-day Fed meeting and when or if interest rate cuts are coming this year. New All-Water Route from Europe approved for Indiana Port. Possible Dockworker strike looming in September after negotiations breakdown. The carbon footprint increase due to Red Sea terrorist attacks. Old Dominion Freight Line and Universal Logistics Holdings release 2nd quarter data. Oil prices react to Israeli air strikes in Beirut, killing a Senior Hezbollah leader and Tehran, killing Hamas' political leader, as well as U.S. crude oil supply reports.

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7-30-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:03:00 +0000

Ford releases 2nd quarter earnings and makes a big decision on EVs. GM provides an update on the opening of an EV pickup truck plant. How well is wind power output doing this year compared to last year? More layoffs hit freight-related firms. Oil prices react to China's economic policies, a stronger dollar, the latest crude oil storage numbers, anticipated Federal Reserve comments on possible interest rate cuts, possible OPEC production increases, and questionable "election" results in Venezuela.

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7-29-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:03:04 +0000

Kevin reacts to the Olympic Games opening ceremony; The Bureau of Economic Analysis' Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index report had a few wrinkles that will impact our wallets. Housing affordability in 2024 and how home buyers are reacting. How Hezbollah attacks on Israel, economic data from China, and the Venezuelan "election" are affecting oil prices.

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7-24-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 05:10:08 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on the beginning of the Paris Olympics and whether pollution will impact them. The latest GDP numbers are in. Do they show a weak or strong economy? How are the economic numbers from the U.S. and China affecting oil prices?

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7-25-24 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 05:08:23 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on Biden's speech, which ended his run for re-election. American Trucking Associations report June Truck Tonage. UPS reports first-quarter earnings and volume. Is $69,000 a year enough to drive a truck? Latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/24/24

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:03:24 +0000

Significant underground energy source found, what is it and where it is located. How will the first major windfarm in U.S. spin this? June Class 8 sales numbers are in. How a potential ceasefire in the Middle East, China's oil demands and hints of interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank and the U.S. Federal Reserve is affecting oil prices.

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7-23-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:02:35 +0000

Kevin's take on the most consequential events in presidential election history over the last ten days is what had not been seen in 56 years, 68 years. and 136yrs. changed, but yet another event that had not been seen since 1968 has occurred. With a defacto admission of cognitive decline, how does this change treaties, executive orders, and other decisions? More layoffs in freight-related firms; GM CEO makes a major announcement regarding EV production; Amazon Prime Day results and oil reacts to Biden's decision, escalating tensions in the Middle East and China's demand.

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7-19-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:09:52 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on the final day of the RNC, Phil Flynn's energy report regarding the Paris Climate Accord, and will the Seine be safe enough for Olympians. Jobless claims report results.

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7-18-24 America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 05:01:06 +0000

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration delayed posting significant rulemakings. Kevin offers his thoughts as to why this was delayed. He discusses how shocking U.S. crude oil stockpiles, a weaker U.S. dollar, the Chinese economy, and increased attacks on tankers in the Red Sea are affecting oil prices.

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7-17-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:01:50 +0000

Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) issues comments regarding J.D. Vance, GOP VP nominee's position regarding the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act and Deregulating Restrictions on Interstate Vehicles and Eighteen-Wheelers (DRIVE) Act. We also cover, June Class 8 sales numbers. World's largest oil importer flashes a warning about crude prices; early results from Amazon Prime day, what do they mean; finally, how the slowing Chinese economy, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell comments and U.S. Retail sales reports are affecting oil prices.

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7-11-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 05:02:49 +0000

"Miracle Baby" saved by alert trucker. Dissecting the June Consumer Price Index report. A key part of the U.S. economy has shifted gears...good shift or bad shift? Oil reacts to Inflation Report, Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments regarding interest rate cuts and contrasting oil demand outlook from the International Energy Agency and the OPEC monthly report.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/11/24

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:07:43 +0000

Kevin discusses recent Supreme Court decisions regarding the "Good Neighbor Plan" and the Chevron doctrine as to how they affect the transportation industry and EV mandates. Time for Congress to pass the REINS Act. Oil markets react to oil and gas stockpile draw-downs as they await Fed Chaiman Jerome Powell's comments to Congress and inflation numbers later today.

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7-09-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:52 +0000

McDonald's Drive-Thru AI goes bye bye. GM loses emissions credits and pays a hefty fine. The latest affects of Hurricane Beryl on oil-producing and refining hubs in Texas. How ceasefire talks in the Middle East, anticipated inflation reports and Fed Chairman Powell's testimony before Congress will move oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/9/24

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 05:03:39 +0000

We dive into last Friday's Jobs Report...then you'll know the rest of the story. Hurricane Beryl's effect on the Texas Ports and refineries. How volatile will fuel prices be this summer? May used truck sales released. Oil prices react to Beryl, potential Israel - Hamas ceasefire, elections in France, Iran and UK, Democrat's pressure on Biden to step down, India's oil consumption, Germany's exports and OPEC member cheating.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/5/24

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 05:02:47 +0000

Kentucky College Offering Evening CDL classes. Trucking company opens new terminal. Ford F-Series truck sales fall! U.S. ports release data on volume put-through. How fresh U.S. economic data, German industrial orders and non-OPEC oil production are affecting crude oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/4/24

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 05:03:02 +0000

Why Independence Day is my favorite holiday of the year and my Independence Day traditions. American Transportation Research Institute issues report on the cost of operating a truck in 2023. Oil prices react to unexpected crude oil storage numbers. Which direction are gas prices moving over this holiday week.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/3/24

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 05:03:47 +0000

AAA's projections for people traveling over the Independence Day "week". Fed Chairman Jerome Powell talks interest rate cuts, inflation and the state of the U.S. economy at the European Central Bank Conference in Portugal. An editor for a product reviewing website shares his experience with the cost of charging his EV vs gassing up his car. Weather threats, gasoline demand and production cuts affecting oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 7/2/24

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 05:05:44 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on the passing of 700WLW Host and Cincinnati icon Jim Scott. Unfortunately, Jim's was not the only sad death this past Friday. Rhonda Massie, the wife of Congressman Thomas Massie (R-4), died unexpectedly at the age 51. CEO rides along with a truck driver on a 1,200 mile trip. Do some "long range" EVs now "cost" less than average new car? Post debate, oil inventory numbers, European elections and OPEC + policies and their affect on oil and gas prices.

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America's Trucking Network -- 6/28/24

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:06:11 +0000

Thursday's debate: what was and wasn't talked about. Analyzing jobs numbers, separating facts from fiction, geopolitical situations and how they are impacting oil prices and data regarding summer driving season coming more into focus.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/27/24

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:03:13 +0000

A Private Equity Firm, without WARNing, closes logistics company; U.S. trailer orders’ reported; the dangerous game of trying to keep gas prices low while catering to the “Climmunists” and the latest oil and gas inventories, are they changing prior predictions of the effects on the economy?

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6-26-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:04:31 +0000

The latest trucking merger and acquisition activity; the latest housing market news; the latest Consumer Confidence Report; concerns emerging regarding the U.S. economic outlook and the effect on the summer driving season; finally, the latest news on oil and gas prices.

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6-24-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:02:50 +0000

Historic speaker invited to address the GOP Convention next month; UPS to sell Coyote Logistics to RXO; Fed interest rate cuts back in the discussion, what, if anything, has changed? What is driving oil prices, reality or expectations? Iranian backed Houthi terrorists increase attacks in the Red Sea.

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6-20-24 America's Truckin' Network

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:02:35 +0000

After spending billions of dollars for the Green Energy Transition, how's it goin'? A second EV Maker files for bankruptcy. And another one gone, and another one gone. Another Solar Energy Company bites the dust. How the job market cooling, Middle East War heating up and lackluster global oil demand are affecting oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/20/24

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:03:04 +0000

May's Medium-Duty sales numbers; Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) releases results of April 30th Brake Safety Day; Forward Air post-merger layoffs. Will current EV owners be return customers? The latest crude oil inventory numbers and are gasoline inventory numbers indicating an above normal or below normal driving season?

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/19/24

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:31:52 +0000

American Trucking Associations reports tonnage for May; Werner CEO's opinion on status of the freight market. How bad is the housing recession? Main drivers of US consumer spending are running out of gas, why? Dueling Fed Presidents' comments push and pull oil prices as well as geopolitical events in Europe and the Middle East; finally, is or isn't the summer driving season materializing.

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6-17-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:03:33 +0000

Russia dethrones U.S as top EU Natural Gas Supplier...so much for sanctions! White House 'Strongly Opposes' significant pay raise for junior enlisted troops; demand growth expectations push oil higher and after weeks of easing, gas prices begin to rise.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/14/24

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:03:49 +0000

Notes and summary from the Fed's post meeting press conference; How the highest interest rates in 23 years affect the economy and your economy; Class 8 Sales up or down? The latest Port of L.A. import and export numbers; Iran back Houthi's increase attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea and expand attacks in the Gulf of Aden and the seesaw oil and gas prices continue.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/13/24

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:04:02 +0000

Latest inflation numbers - the good, the bad and the wishful thinking; Gary Willis, Rush Enterprises, VP of Marketing and Communications and Dan Miller, Wounded Warriors Project Speaker join me to talk about the sweepstakes to win the Last Peterbilt Model 389x and how the inflation data, crude stockpiles, as well as Global demand estimates are affecting oil and gas prices.

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6-11-24 America's Truckin' Network

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:04:50 +0000

American Trucking Associations critical of US DEA downgrade of marijuana drug status, Baltimore Shipping Channel reopens and the latest news affecting oil and gas prices.

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6-11-24 America's Truckin' Network

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:01:11 +0000

Kevin Gordon gives you the latest on what inflation has done to gas and oil prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/7/24

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 05:02:44 +0000

New York Gov. puts the brakes on congestion tolling; Atlantic Hurricane season - slowest start in a decade; Class 8 truck orders and latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/6/24

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:03:35 +0000

RFK Jr.'s past support for higher gas prices to force EVs; National Weather Service predicts above normal "Hurricane Season"; Indiana-based trucking company files for bankruptcy; latest oil and gas news and interest rate cuts by September? Based on...?

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/5/24

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:05:10 +0000

New York Trucking group sues over congestion tolls; Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who signed the bill allowing congestion tolls , now opposes them; EV maker, Lucid, slashes hundreds of jobs; Oil approaching lowest prices of the year and gas prices coming down? Compared to what!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 6/4/24

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:03:19 +0000

Fed's preferred inflation measure up; delinquency rates on consumer debt rising, worse to come? Biden claims to respect truckers??? Russia finds a new place to cheat on sanctions; Shipping Container costs skyrocket; Mixed signals on oil production from OPEC+ meeting and the latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/31/24

Fri, 31 May 2024 05:11:06 +0000

ConnocoPhillips to buy Marathon Oil; Exxon to close on pioneer deal; Ports Report April volume; Qtr 1 GDP revised lower; German inflation higher than expected and the latest news on oil and gas.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/30/24

Thu, 30 May 2024 05:05:30 +0000

Toyota: An engine reborn; initial airline travel numbers from Memorial Day and summer travel predictions; US consumer confidence report; The R-word indicators in 21 States and the latest news on oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/29/24

Wed, 29 May 2024 05:06:17 +0000

C.H. Robinson's debt rating downgraded; Pete Buttigieg ridiculed for his appearance on Face The Nation; what is or isn't affecting oil prices and some headlines say gas prices are falling...I ask based on what?

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/28/24

Tue, 28 May 2024 05:03:34 +0000

17 States sue to block California's Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) rule; Why are we jumping headlong into this Net Zero Carbon emissions insanity when there is no climate change "emergency" according to 1,600 Scientists and Professionals? Roadside Inspection Station opens on Long Island Expressway; Peak Oil? Not so fast! As well as the latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/24/24

Fri, 24 May 2024 05:05:33 +0000

April trailer orders up for the first time in 6 mos.; Daimler Truck Q1 results; Ryder says switching to Class 8 EVs may double costs; reality forces Ford to walk back European EV pledge; publication says Ford should revamp the board room; total household net worth today vs 4yrs ago; latest oil and gas prices and my thoughts on Memorial Day.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/23/24

Thu, 23 May 2024 05:03:27 +0000

Volume up at US Ports in 1st Qtr; If you haul baked goods, are you a truck driver or a baker? Average age of US vehicles hits record high; Union organizing attempts in 2024, not going so well; Fed meeting minutes indicate no rush for interest rate cuts; latest oil and gas prices as we get closer to the Memorial Day Weekend.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/22/24

Wed, 22 May 2024 05:04:13 +0000

Americans set for near record summer road trips or not? The INSANE price tag for Net Zero Emissions; another State sues California over "Advanced Clean Fleets" regulations; Alabama Mercedes-Benz workers vote against UAW representation; April truck tonnage declines and the latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon -- 5/21/24

Tue, 21 May 2024 05:09:04 +0000

Kevin's thoughts on "housing experts" revising mortgage rate forecasts; where inflation is hitting you and your family budget the most; Baltimore bridge collapse continues as containership Dali moved back to port and the latest oil and gas prices.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/16/24

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:03:01 +0000

Stay up to date on the latest trucking news with Kevin Gordon

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/9/24

Thu, 09 May 2024 05:02:55 +0000

All the latest Truckin' news you need to know to end your work week with Kevin Gordon

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/8/24

Wed, 08 May 2024 05:06:31 +0000

Kevin celebrates the elimination of tolls on Alabama's Foley Beach Bridge; XPO re-opens a Yellow Corp terminal; the latest oil and gas prices; Werner 1st Qtr Revenue & Earnings. Also US economy headed for a soft landing or hard landing.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/7/24

Tue, 07 May 2024 05:07:53 +0000

Kevin Gordon tells you all you need to know in this edition of America's Truckin' Network.

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America's Truckin' Network -- 5/3/24

Sat, 04 May 2024 01:16:19 +0000

It's almost the weekend! Start it right and join Kevin Gordon to get all the latest Truckin' news you need to know

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America's Truckin' Network

Thu, 02 May 2024 05:03:05 +0000

Get any of the latest Truckin' news you need right here with Kevin Gordon

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/23/24

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:02:46 +0000

A fresh start to another week of Truckin' news with Kevin Gordon

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/17/24

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:02:37 +0000

This week's final edition of ATN with Kevin Gordon

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4-12-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 05:06:38 +0000

Kevin covers and offers his insights on producer prices up, hope for interest rate cuts fades; the latest news on Class 8 Truck sales Class 8 orders and used truck sales. Norfolk Southern agrees to settlement while outrage over lack of Federal response grows. Tune in!

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4-11-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 05:07:06 +0000

Inflation comes in hot, what that means for your budget; Biden's former Chief of Staff drops the F-bomb on his old boss; oil prices spike as Mid-east tensions rise; plunging Pickup Truck sales drags down auto makers profits. Tune in!

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4-10-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:09:00 +0000

Kevin covers and interprets 1st Qtr. auto sales; Exxon 1st Qtr. profits fall; oil prices ease, gas prices rise; how Baltimore bridges collapse may affect future car sales and Ford delays production of new electric pickup. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/9/24

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:04:13 +0000

Get your week started right with a Monday dose of ATN with Kevin Gordon.

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4-4-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 05:10:15 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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4-4-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:05:20 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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4-3-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:12:01 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 4/2/24

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:03:45 +0000

Kevin Gordon welcomes you back and welcomes in April on this edition of ATN.

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3-29-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:07:39 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-28-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:57 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-27-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:07:58 +0000

Kevin talks with Lewie Pugh of OOIDA on this edition of Amerrica's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/26/24

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:02:40 +0000

Kevin Gordon recaps his trip to the Mid-American Trucking Show and interviews big names from the trucking industry

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3-22-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 05:05:08 +0000

Kevin talks with Jeff Harmening of the American Petroleum Institute from the Mid-America Trucking Show. Tune in!

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3-21-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:08:07 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-20-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:07:57 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/19/24

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:04:28 +0000

A new week of ATN following St. Patrick's Day weekend.

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3-15-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:12:52 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-14-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 05:07:39 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-13-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:06:56 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-8-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 06:08:15 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-7-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:09:26 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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3-6-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:05:55 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 3/5/24

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:07:07 +0000

A new week means new Truckin' news with Kevin Gordon

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3-1-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 06:10:25 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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2-29-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 06:07:19 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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America's Truckin' Network -- 2/27/24

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 06:02:46 +0000

A new week means new Truckin' news with Kevin Gordon

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2-23-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:07:43 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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2-22-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:06:17 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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2-21-24 America's Truckin' Network with Kevin Gordon

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:06:33 +0000

Kevin tells you everything you need to know on this edition of America's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

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