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The "Motive vs. Highway" Data War | Freight Expectations

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Aug 28, 2026
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Summary

Join host Craig Fuller and Matt Leffler on this episode of Freight Expectations as they break down the biggest stories reshaping the freight and logistics industry: A look at the rising tide of organized rail and trucking theft, how Mexico is tackling cargo crime, and where the bipartisan CORCA legislation stands in Congress. Analyzing Chris Spear's early departure from the American Trucking Associations and the long-standing debate surrounding the "driver shortage" narrative. Two tech giants clash over ELD data access and API fees—what this means for small fleets, freight brokers, and load availability. How the AI-driven data center boom is driving industrial freight demand, and why NIMBYism and political battles are heating up. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments! ⁠Follow the Freight Expectations Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices