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In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, Justin Sturgill reveals the challenges plaguing the new semi-truck industry, including part shortages and assembly issues. He candidly shares insights on maintaining equipment quality, navigating the dump truck business's intricacies, and the importance of forging strong relationships with general contractors. This engaging discussion uncovers valuable strategies for thriving in today's trucking landscape.
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Jared Flinn — Founder, BulkLoads
Twenty years of bulk-freight operating experience. Jared sits down weekly with the carriers, brokers, and shippers who actually move the freight — not the pundits who write about it. New episode every Monday.
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What is "Why New Semi Trucks Are Breaking Down" about?
In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, Justin Sturgill reveals the challenges plaguing the new semi-truck industry, including part shortages and assembly issues.
What topics does this episode cover?
This episode covers Dump Truck Industry Insights, Guest Spotlight: Justin Sturgill, Diversify Clients in Dump Truck Business, Construction Trucking: Brokers vs. Direct Contract, Trucking Brokers Exploitation by Contractors, GPS Monitoring in Ohio DOT Trucks, Getting In: Networking Tactics, and Bad Practices in Trucking Industry, and more. Use the chapter timestamps to jump to any section.
How long is this episode?
This episode runs about 53 min, and was released Jan 17, 2025.
Where can I listen to "Why New Semi Trucks Are Breaking Down"?
Stream this episode here on bulkloads.com, or find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube — search "Why New Semi Trucks Are Breaking Down" or the BulkLoads Podcast.
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