Inside TCA 2026: The Next Era of Trucking

About this episode

The episode discusses the current trends and technological advancements shaping the future of the trucking industry as explored at the 2026 Truckload Carriers Association Annual Conference.

What’s actually happening inside trucking right now? At the 2026 Truckload Carriers Association Annual Conference, Nate Johnson sat down with leaders across the freight industry discussing what’s shaping the next chapter in trucking. Their conversations explore: • How AI is starting to automate dispatch, load booking, and operational workflows • Why modern TMS platforms are adding intelligence layers to core carrier systems • What carriers are learning from each other through conversations, sessions, and networking at TCA From emerging AI platforms to evolving TMS capabilities and advanced decision systems, one theme surfaced repeatedly: Technology is accelerating, but carriers still have to decide how to use it. ▶️ Watch the full episode for a snapshot of what trucking leaders are discussing right now - from new technology to operational strategy to the value of staying connected as an industry. A special thanks to our guests who made this episode possible: Graig Morin (Brown Dog Carriers)Tom Curee (Qued) Tapan Chaudhari (Bubba.ai) Jason Douglass & John Partain (PCS Software) Zach Schuchart (Optimal Dynamics) Moe Saleh (Greatway Transportation)

People in this episode

Host: Nate Johnson

Guests: Graig Morin, Tom Curee, Tapan Chaudhari, Jason Douglass, John Partain, Zach Schuchart, Moe Saleh

Topics covered

• trucking industry
• AI in logistics
• transportation management systems
• freight industry networking
• operational strategy
• technology in trucking

Keywords

• trucking
• AI
• TMS
• freight
• logistics
• technology
• dispatch
• networking

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brown Dog Carriers, Qued, Bubba.ai, PCS Software, Optimal Dynamics, Greatway Transportation, Truckload Carriers Association

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