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The Lead Pedal Podcast is a top trucking industry podcast delivering career tips, trucking news, driver training insights, business advice for truckers, trucking lifestyle stories, and interviews with drivers, carriers, and industry leaders. Hosted by Bruce Outridge, the show helps truck drivers succeed with education, entertainment, and industry updates three times per week.
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Shifting Gears Ep14: Raising the Bar-How Red Seal Certification Can Strengthen Canada’s Trucking Industry
Mar 24, 2026
Raising the Bar: How Red Seal Certification Can Strengthen Canada’s Trucking Industry
The trucking industry is at a crossroads.
As we head toward 2026, it’s time to ask: Are we treating professional drivers like skilled tradespeople?
Red Seal certification could change the game — elevating standards, improving...
Shifitng Gears Ep13: Built to Last-Owner-Operator Success Stories
Feb 24, 2026
Built to Last-Owner-Operator Success Stories
What does success look like for owner-operators in 2026? On the Lead Pedal Podcast, we’re diving deep into owner-operator business strategy, real-world experience, and the stories of truck drivers who built strong careers and successfully transitioned into business...
Shifting Gears EP12: Trucking in Turmoil: Confronting the Industry’s Biggest Challenges in 2026
Jan 27, 2026
Trucking in Turmoil: Confronting the Industry’s Biggest Challenges in 2026
The trucking industry is facing a crossroads in 2026. From rising cargo crime and persistent driver misclassification to the ongoing push for true diversity and fairness, the challenges are real—and they’re affecting drivers, fleets, and...
Shifting Gears EP11: Reflecting on the Year to Drive Your Career Forward
Dec 23, 2025
Shifting Gears EP11: Reflecting on the Year to Drive Your Career Forward
Before you hit the gas on next year’s goals, take a moment to check the rearview mirror. In this Shifting Gears episode, we reflect on the past year’s wins, lessons, and challenges—and show how a thoughtful look back can help you realign,...
Shifting Gears EP10: Behind the Wheel of Opportunity-What It Takes to Get a Trucking Job Today
Nov 26, 2025
Shifting Gears EP10:
Behind the Wheel of Opportunity
What It Takes to Get a Trucking Job Today
The 2025–26 trucking job market is shifting gears. Our new feature explores what carriers are demanding from drivers and how job seekers can prepare to meet those expectations. Learn about hiring trends, skill requirements,...
