Mar 13, 2026

The Road to Red Seal: Why Trucking Must Raise the Bar in 2026

The trucking industry is at a turning point, and Red Seal certification for truck drivers is becoming a major topic of discussion across Canada.

In this episode, Bruce Outridge shares his perspective on the road to Red Seal and why raising the standards for...

Mar 11, 2026

Why Red Seal Could Change the Trucking Industry | John DeGroot Explains

The trucking industry is evolving, and many professionals believe Red Seal certification could play a major role in raising the standards for truck drivers across Canada.

In this episode, experienced driver John DeGroot joins the conversation to...

Dec 15, 2025

Trucking Through the Decades: How the Industry Evolved from the ’70s to Today

In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge takes listeners on a journey through time with Trucking Through the Decades — an in-depth look at how the trucking industry has changed from the 1970s to 2025.

From shifting...

Nov 26, 2025

Inside the OTDS Welland Seasonal Job Fair: Opportunities for New Drivers

In this interview, Bruce Outridge talks with Jim Campbell of Ontario Truck Driving School about how some new funding options and seasonal job oppotunities can be one of the smartest paths for new truck drivers entering the industry.

Jim explains...

Nov 24, 2025

Training 2026: What Carriers Are Planning for the Next Generation of Drivers

In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge hits the Job Fair floor to uncover what carriers are doing to prepare for driver training in 2026. With changes in technology, safety standards, onboarding expectations, and hiring...