Episode
Inside TCA 2026: The Next Era of Trucking
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- Driving Forward Podcast
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- Mar 13, 2026
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- 4775
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Summary
What’s actually happening inside trucking right now? At the 2026 Truckload Carriers Association Annual Conference, Nate Johnson sat down with leaders across the freight industry discussing what’s shaping the next chapter in trucking. Their conversations explore: • How AI is starting to automate dispatch, load booking, and operational workflows • Why modern TMS platforms are adding intelligence layers to core carrier systems • What carriers are learning from each other through conversations, sessions, and networking at TCA From emerging AI platforms to evolving TMS capabilities and advanced decision systems, one theme surfaced repeatedly: Technology is accelerating, but carriers still have to decide how to use it. ▶️ Watch the full episode for a snapshot of what trucking leaders are discussing right now - from new technology to operational strategy to the value of staying connected as an industry. A special thanks to our guests who made this episode possible: Graig Morin (Brown Dog Carriers)Tom Curee (Qued) Tapan Chaudhari (Bubba.ai) Jason Douglass & John Partain (PCS Software) Zach Schuchart (Optimal Dynamics) Moe Saleh (Greatway Transportation)