Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast
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Hosted by industry veterans Chris Harris and John Farquhar, this is the #1 ranked trucking podcast in Canada. With over 60 years of combined experience, "The Safety Dawgs" provide an irreverent, unfiltered look at the pitfalls, risks, and complexities of trucking insurance.
Every week, we sit down with the industry elite to help you:
- Lower Insurance Premiums: Learn what underwriters actually look for.
- Master Safety Compliance: Navigate CVOR audits and FMCSA regulations without the headache.
- Manage Risk: Real-world "you ain't seen nothin' yet" stories and how to avoid them.
Whether you are a small fleet owner or a safety manager, grab a coffee and join us as we navigate the trucking terrain with veteran wisdom and a bit of humor.
Stay safe, stay compliant, and keep your rigs rolling.
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John Farquhar, John@summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802 2762;
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Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast
Tariffs, Technology, and Trucking_ Navigating Today’s Freight Challenges with Daniel Snow
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Tariffs, Technology, and Trucking: Navigating Today’s Freight Challenges with Daniel Snow
Welcome to the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast! In this episode, host Chris Harris (the Safety Dawg) sits down with Daniel Snow, Managing Partner at Traffix, to discuss the impact of tariffs on the trucking industry, current freight volumes, and how technology—especially AI—is transforming logistics.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome
01:30 – Daniel Snow’s background and Traffix overview
04:00 – The impact of tariffs on North American freight
08:00 – Economic cycles, freight volumes, and industry challenges
12:00 – How load brokers can help carriers
16:00 – The importance of partnerships in trucking
20:00 – Communication, reliability, and building trust
24:00 – AI and technology’s role in logistics
28:00 – Redrawing supply chains and the future outlook
32:00 – How Traffix can help your trucking company
34:00 – Closing thoughts & contact info
Key Topics Covered
How tariffs are affecting Canadian and American trucking companies
The current state of freight volumes and economic factors
The value of load brokers and how they support carriers
Building strong partnerships in the supply chain
The role of communication and reliability in trucking success
How AI and technology are shaping the future of logistics
Strategies for reducing empty miles and increasing profitability
The outlook for the industry and advice for trucking companies
Guest Info
Daniel Snow, Managing Partner at Traffix
Learn more: Traffix Website
Contact: See details in the show notes below
Connect with the Show
Daniel Snow, Managing Partner
Traffix: https://www.traffix.com/
Phone: 1 905 875 0708
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