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Welcome to Motion & Means, the podcast exploring the critical link between how we move and how we thrive. We delve into the world of transportation, not just as a way to get from A to B, but as a fundamental enabler of opportunity and a powerful force for economic equalization. Join Dr. Jonas Aryee as we uncover the stories, innovations, and policies shaping our access to jobs, education, healthcare, and vibrant communities. From bustling urban transit systems to the rural routes that connect us all, we investigate how smart, equitable transportation solutions can unlock potential, bridge divides, and build more prosperous futures for everyone. If you’re interested in urban planning, economic development, social equity, or simply how the world around you works, Motion & Means offers insightful conversations with experts, policymakers, and the people whose lives are directly impacted by our transportation networks. Tune in to discover how movement provides the means for a more equitable and accessible world.
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Monday Jun 30, 2025
Monday Jun 30, 2025
Your transportation news provides a comprehensive analysis of the global transportation and logistics market during the final week of June 2025, highlighting a significant dichotomy between short-term geopolitical volatility and long-term structural shifts. Aggressive U.S. trade policies, particularly tariffs, have caused a "bullwhip effect," leading to import surges followed by sharp demand collapses that have plunged the U.S. trucking sector into recession, marked by bankruptcies and layoffs. Simultaneously, technological advancements in autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence, alongside the increasing adoption of sustainable practices like Zero-Emission Trucks (ZETs) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), continue to progress unabated. This creates a complex environment where industry players must manage immediate financial distress while making critical, capital-intensive investments for the future, with a call for strategic resilience and a dual focus on current challenges and future innovation.
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