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Where Does All The Money Go? 

What does it really cost to run a trucking business right now? We break down the rising costs putting pressure on carrier margins, from diesel and driver pay to insurance, equipment, maintenance and financing. The conversation also digs into fuel surcharges, freight profitability, what carriers should watch heading into 2027, and why recruiting and retaining qualified drivers could become even more important.

How's That Super Cycle Thing Going? 

As trucking heads into Q4 2026, we break down the biggest forces shaping the industry and what they could mean for 2027. From the freight recovery and diesel prices to carrier capacity, driver recruiting and regulatory enforcement, the conversation covers what’s changing now and what to watch next.

Is It M&A Season? 

Trucking is getting more expensive, and the decisions carriers make now could shape what comes next. This episode of Sense Per Mile breaks down the financial pressures facing fleets, from rising operating costs to equipment financing, and explores why mergers and acquisitions could reshape the industry in 2027.

Meet the Hosts

Kevin Hall

CEO of CDLLife/CUB Ventures

Karen Smerchek

President & Owner of Veriha Trucking

Thom Albrecht

CRO of Reliance Partners


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