Freight Recession Over? What’s Next for Shipping Rates & Capacity in 2025

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The trucking industry is constantly evolving, and understanding contracts, insurance, and market trends is crucial for shippers, carriers, and brokers alike. In this episode of Beyond the Road, we sit down with John and AJ from ATS to discuss:

Industry Updates – Is the freight recession really over? How are market trends shifting in 2025?
Contracts & Liability – How shippers, brokers, and carriers can avoid costly legal pitfalls.
Nuclear Verdicts & Insurance Costs – The rising risks and financial impact of major legal settlements.
Tariffs & Market Volatility – How recent policies are reshaping freight movement across North America.
Risk Management Strategies – Practical steps to protect your business from unpredictable costs.
Stick around for a fun trivia segment, where wrong answers come with a spicy consequence.

Find what you need:
0:00 - Disclaimer & Introduction
0:30 - Meet the Guests: Jon & AJ
2:55 - The Current State of the Trucking Industry
6:03 - Tariffs & Market Volatility
10:52 - Freight Demand & Rate Predictions
13:50 - Nuclear Verdicts, Rising Insurance Costs & Risk Management
26:41  - Rising Operational Costs in Trucking
30:49 - Trucking Trivia Challenge (Spicy Edition)
37:30 - Closing Thoughts & Outro

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