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Freight’s Surging - Drivers, Are You Missing Out? | The Rig On Wheels Show #episode95

May 14, 2025

Freight rates are surging—and if you’re not prepared, your trucking profits could disappear.

On this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT, Kameel E. Gaines and VP of Recruitment Pierson break down the 90-day tariff pause, why freight costs are rising, and what smart truck drivers and fleet owners should do right now.

Key Points:-

What’s behind the trans-Pacific ocean freight spike
Why West Coast ports are waking up
How tariff talk is changing consumer buying patterns
Real talk on inflation, $1.75 avocados, and what it means for your trucking business
Ageism in trucking: how MVT supports older drivers
4+ high-paying CDL-A jobs with weekly home time
The truth about B1 visa drivers and English proficiency rules
Why safe drivers are MORE valuable in the age of autonomous trucks
If you’re a driver, recruiter, fleet owner, or logistics leader—this is your tactical freight update.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
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The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it’s more than just headlines it’s about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road.

As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it’s not just about jobs it’s about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward.

SHOW SCHEDULE
🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central
📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST
🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio
Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search “Rig on Wheels”

DRIVER GROWTH TOOLS

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Win top drivers—even if you’re not a mega fleet.

Get it here:
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If you’re interested in applying, click the link down below!

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Rig On Wheels

Rig On Wheels

In 2010, Kameel Gaines founded Rig On Wheels Recruitment Agency and has an industry expert who used her experience as a recruiter to help truck companies hire and retain high-quality truck drivers. Rig On Wheels truck driver recruiting agency helps businesses find the right candidates for their trucking needs.

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