In this episode of Talkin' Shop, we're joined by James Smith and his apprentice, Charlie, of Northern Plant. We discuss how James started his business, advice to people thinking about setting up their business/changing career, how TikTok has helped his business and the difficulty with trying to explain faults to people who don't understand.

Thanks to James and Charlie for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Northern Plant:
https://www.instagram.com/northern_plant_group/
https://www.tiktok.com/@northern_plant
https://northern-plant.co.uk/

--

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers depend on our technical support service daily to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Aaron and Louis are joined by Shaun Lombardo from G & CA LOMBARDO to talk about making videos with Trucker Tim and how that came about. We also cover the reality of running a workshop and how he turned around his Father's business and made it into the success it is today.

Thanks to Shaun for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

G & CA LOMBARDO:
https://www.instagram.com/gca_lombardo_/
https://www.facebook.com/gcalombardo
https://www.youtube.com/@gcalombardoltd

--

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers depend on our technical support service daily to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Jayson Churn, a.k.a Geared Up Garage, to discuss what it's like running a successful transport business at 22, and leaving school with zero GCSEs/qualifications. We also discuss the recent controversy with "Legends", a truck he's working on which uses parts from the famous/infamous Klintra truck. He sets the record straight and explains why he believes it's a misunderstanding, sharing his side of the story on the collaboration with Trucker Tim that went south.

Thanks to Jayson for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Geared Up Garage:
https://www.youtube.com/@gearedupgarage
https://www.instagram.com/gearedupgarageyt/
https://linktr.ee/gearedupgarage

CWD Logistics:
https://cwdlogistics.co.uk/

Pre-Save Hey Tang by The Geared Up Garage Band: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thegearedupgarageband/hey-tang

--

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers depend on our technical support service daily to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, we're joined by Ali's Digger Diary to talk about what it's like being a mobile plant technician, how he got started in the industry and his worst job yet!

Thanks to Ali for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Ali's Digger Diary:
https://www.instagram.com/alisdiggerdiary/
https://www.youtube.com/@alisdiggerdiary

James Gordon Construction:
https://www.gordonsconstruction.co.uk/

--

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers depend on our technical support service daily to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Fitter Mat to talk about how he started making content online, industry in Britain, the future of farming and much more.

Thanks to Mat for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Hope Valley Steam Rally fundraiser:
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/HopeValleySteamRallyDay2024

Fitter Mat:
https://www.youtube.com/@fittermat
https://www.tiktok.com/@fitter.mat?lang=en

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Nicolle and Ben aka Trucker Baddie and Fake Trucker. We talk about Nicolle’s time in the army, how she got into truck driving and how she developed her career as an online creator. We also talk to Ben about his new venture “Fake Trucker” and the reality of running this kind of business.

Thanks to Nicolle and Ben for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Nicolle and Ben:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolleandben2
https://www.nicolleandben.com

Truckerbaddie94:
https://www.instagram.com/truckerbaddie94
https://hoo.be/truckerbaddie94

Fake Trucker:
https://www.instagram.com/fake.trucker

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Trucker Tim where he shares the full story of how he built his YouTube career from starting as a driver to where he is today, how he deals with hate on social media and his recent struggles with the DVSA.

Thanks to Tim for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Trucker Tim:
https://www.youtube.com/@TruckerTim
https://www.instagram.com/trucker__tim/
https://www.tiktok.com/@trucker__tim

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by our first-ever Talkin' Shop guest, Russell aka TRUCK TECH UK, where we catch up one year later to reflect on what his first year has been like starting his own business after having left the DAF main dealer as a master tech. We also discuss how he makes YouTube videos, his plans for the future of his business and the potential dip in the standards of main dealer technicians.

Thanks to Russell for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

TruckTechUK:
https://www.youtube.com/@TRUCKTECHUK
https://www.instagram.com/trucktechuk/
https://www.trucktechuk.com/

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Sandy Flat Out Flat Broke to talk all things trucking, running a business and how he got to where he is today!

Thanks to Sandy for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Sandy Flat Out Flat Broke:
https://www.instagram.com/flat_out_flat_broke_sandy_/
https://www.youtube.com/@Sandy-Flat-Out-Flat-Broke/

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/

In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Pete White of Whites Transport Services and SellMyTruck, where he shares what it's like to run a haulage firm and the challenges new business owners face, what it's like driving in Europe and why he started his business, SellMyTruck.

Thanks to Pete for coming on the podcast!

If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!

Pete White:
https://www.facebook.com/WhitesTransportServices
https://www.sellmytruck.online/

---

To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnostics
https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclipse-automotive-technology-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/eclipsediagnostics_/
https://www.instagram.com/talkinshoppodcast_/
https://www.tiktok.com/@talkinshoppodcast

--

Eclipse are the UK & Ireland's leading supplier of the Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic tool to cover Trucks, Trailers, Bus/Coach, Agriculture/Plant, Material Handling, Cars and Marine.

With Eclipse, you're not just buying a diagnostic product, you're getting the complete package - a partnership, where we are here to help you get your vehicles back on the road.

We understand that our customers daily depend on our technical support service to provide them with immediate answers and on-demand assistance when they need it most.

Our mission is straightforward: to provide the best diagnostic tool available and the best support.

If you're interested in more information or require an on-site demonstration from Eclipse, please visit our website and get in touch:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/

Take a look at the Eclipse E-Shop for cables, Ad Blue cleaning kits and more:
https://www.eclipse-tech.co.uk/eshop/