Rail strike looms; ‘Theft of Fire’ and the logistics of publishing; auto transport

On Episode 749 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a potential rail strike in Canada that could begin this week and how it would disrupt freight for months. What are the logistics of publishing a book? “Theft of Fire” author Devon Eriksen stops by the studio to talk about his latest novel involving a deep-space trucker and an intergalactic cargo heist. We’ll find out what it’s about and how to go from your next great idea to getting your novel on store shelves.  Consolidation is happening fast in auto transport. Bek Abdullayev, CEO at Super Dispatch, talks about how small companies can stay afloat in this rapidly changing environment with a dwindling number of players.  How does hotshot trucking work? Diligent Delivery Systems’ Richard Sharp takes us to school and educates us on the 101 of expedited freight. Plus, Tesla Semi fire shuts down freeway; guy hobbies women hate; bridge vs. truck; air pumps for air horns; and more. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices