Long-time Continental Express driver and owner-operator, Dan Kleman, sits down on the podcast with Dave to discuss his transition from company driver to owner operator and offers advice for those looking to do the same.

Considering changing trucking jobs? You're not alone. The American Trucking Association reports that as of 2019, the trucking industry's turnover rate is 91%. What's causing all the churn? And what are the downsides of jumping between companies, if any?  

Dave sits down with Continental Express driver and recruiter, Chris (who has been with CE for 5 years now but admits to job hopping earlier in his career) to find out. Dave (19 years of service) explains the opportunities he could only afford by having been with the company for so long - including numerous raises and even a company-paid cruise.

For more information on driving opportunities at Continental Express, visit our website. 

Winter's not over just yet. There's still cold, slush, and snow on the forecast and Dave is back with tips to push through the last of the adverse weather. Joined by Phill from Continental's safety department, Dave and Phill discuss what to do when winter weather quickly transforms the road conditions.

Have you heard of lifestyle inflation? It's when after a raise, individuals start spending more because of their higher earnings (and subsequently disregard using their new wages to pay off debt or build up savings). 

Continental Express drivers got a HUGE raise in 2023! This month on the pod, Dave sits down to share his tips of paying off debt while on the road and how CE drivers can make the most of their new pay.

Learn more about Continental Express pay raises: How much does a truck driver make? At Continental Express, upwards of $117K a year. - Continental Express (continentalexpressinc.com)

Technology continues to shape the world - and the trucking industry is no different. Dave is joined on the pod with Continental Express local driver Justin Pulfer and Director of IT Ron Koontz to discuss everything from cameras in the cab to digital dashboards to CE's own custom-built app!

Dave is joined on the podcast by CE driver and trainer Aaron Nichols, and long-term operations team member, Brett. The three break down the trip planning and offer tips they have learned from their time in load planning and on the road. 

Dave returns to the Driving the Future podcast with Continental Express General Manager Jake Albers, driver and trainer Aaron Nichols and Aaron Knepper from the safety department to discuss defensive driving.

Interested in a driving career with Continental? Check out our current opportunities here.

Dave chats with Chris, a Continental Express driver and recruiter, and Andrew, from Continental's safety department, on tips, best practices, and keeping a safe mindset at yards and truck stops.