Will diesel prices go nuclear; electric vehicle ship fires; ENS sign awareness

On episode 853 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner discusses with FreightWaves’ oil expert, John Kingston, the impact of fuel costs following the U.S. bombing of Iran. With saber-rattling around the Strait of Hormuz and a potential prolonged war with Iran, could diesel prices skyrocket? The recent fire aboard the Morning Midas has OEC Group raising concerns about the risks of shipping cargo on vessels carrying electric vehicles. OEC Group’s Joe Klobus explains how to protect your ocean freight. If your truck gets stuck on train tracks, what should you do? Call the blue sign! Operation Lifesaver’s Jennifer DeAngelis joins the show to discuss ENS Sign Awareness Day and its importance. Travelers’ Mark Borchert shares the latest workforce trends. Plus, long-haul truckers offer advice for long-distance bomber pilots; a tribute to RIP Fred Smith; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 6 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. 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