The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

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The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers episodes

  • Maximizing Fuel Efficiency: How to Protect Your Truck's Fuel System with Jessica Crabtree

    Maximizing Fuel Efficiency: How to Protect Your Truck's Fuel System with Jessica Crabtree

    Fuel is one of the largest operating expenses for truck drivers and owner-operators, making engine efficiency and fuel system maintenance critical to your bottom line. In this episode, we sit down with industry specialist Jessica Crabtree to dive deep into the science and practical benefits of fuel additives. Jessica breaks down how modern diesel formulations impact engine performance, what causes injector fouling and deposit buildup, and how targeted additives keep your entire fuel system clean. You'll learn actionable maintenance tips to prevent costly downtime, protect against fuel contamination, and maximize your miles per gallon on every haul. Whether you run a single rig or manage a small fleet, this conversation offers practical insights to help you save money at the pump and keep your truck running smoothly.

    Learn more at www.powerservice.com

    At Bison – They Put Safety First!

    Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy. You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport

    Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse

    Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com

    Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants

    Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    32 min
  • The Heart Behind the Wheel: Celebrating Canadian Trucking Appreciation Week

    The Heart Behind the Wheel: Celebrating Canadian Trucking Appreciation Week

    Truck drivers are the undeniable backbone of the supply chain, delivering the essentials communities rely on every single day. In this special episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, we take time to salute the dedicated women and men who keep Canada moving in honour of Canadian Trucking Appreciation Week.

    We catch up directly with professional drivers out on the front lines to get their perspective on the road today. They share what drew them to the cab, the real challenges and daily triumphs of modern long-haul and regional driving, and why pride in the profession still runs deep. Join us as we celebrate the professionalism, grit, and tireless dedication of our road heroes.

    At Bison – They Put Safety First!

    Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy. You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport

    Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse

    Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com

    Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants

    Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    18 min
  • Rolling for a Cure: CBM's Pink 2026 Kenworth

    Rolling for a Cure: CBM's Pink 2026 Kenworth

    Big trucks can deliver a massive message. In this episode, we feature one of the sharpest, most meaningful rigs on the road today: CBM's custom pink 2026 Kenworth, driven by Andrew. CBM is using horsepower to keep breast cancer awareness and support front and center. Tune in to hear the story behind the build, the community mission behind the paint, and why this truck turns heads everywhere it rolls.

    Enter Your Truck to be a Featured Truck of the Week

    To get your truck entered into the Lead Pedal Featured Trucks email photos of your truck and a write up about and why it supposed to be part of these amazing trucks. Email [email protected]

    Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse

    Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    2 min
  • Decades of Giving: How the Trucking Community Powers Special Olympics Athletes

    Decades of Giving: How the Trucking Community Powers Special Olympics Athletes

    Truck drivers move our economy, but their real impact is often felt far beyond the freight they haul. In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, we take a look at the enduring legacy of the Truck Ride for Special Olympics and how commercial drivers, owner-operators, and fleets have banded together year after year to champion special needs athletes. From the very early convoys to the record-breaking milestones of today, we explore the deep connection between the trucking community and Special Olympics Ontario. Discover how local fleets, grassroots driver fundraising, and show partnerships turn chrome and horsepower into life-changing equipment, sports programs, and travel opportunities for these incredible competitors. Tune in to hear the story of a community that consistently rolls deep when it matters most.

    Get Involved With Truck Ride for Special Olympics

    The Special Olympics Ontario Truck Ride is a celebration of the trucking industry and its support for Special Olympics. What started as a local event in Florida in 2001 has evolved into an International movement in over 40 States and 5 Provinces annually.

    Each year, hundreds of trucks parade along Ontario's busiest highway in support of Special Olympics. The positive attention generated by the Truck Ride gets both the general public and the media talking. Being a part of this event positions your organization as a part of an industry that cares, gives back and is active within the community.

    GET INVOLVED WITH TRUCK RIDE HERE-www.TruckRide.ca

    Work for a Company With a Great Culture-Rosedale Transport

    This episode is sponsored by Rosedale Transport offering career opportunities for truck drivers with their large network. You can learn more at www.rosedalegroup.com

    Have you ever been on day three of a run and realize the shower line at the truck stop is forty minutes deep and you've got a delivery window? Yeah. Been there.

    Manshowr makes a wipe, big enough for your whole body, sealed in its own packet so it lives in your cab, your bag, wherever. Tear it open, wipe down, toss it. Ninety seconds and you feel human again." The wipes were built for gym guys. Truckers found it on their own and took it over. That's not marketing, that's drivers voting with their wallets. Manshowr is a Canadian company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

    Learn more about Manshowr at www.Manshowr.com

    Improve the Compliance of Your Fleet With Compliance Mentorz

    Compliance Mentorz, a leading commercial safety consulting company, is proud to serve clients nationwide across Canada. But our commitment to safety and compliance doesn't stop at borders – we're excited to extend our support to clients throughout North America. Call 905-486-1666x215 or Learn more at www.compliancementorz.com

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    14 min
  • Big Rigs, Bigger Hearts: Recapping Truck Ride 2026 & the Record $154K Raised

    Big Rigs, Bigger Hearts: Recapping Truck Ride 2026 & the Record $154K Raised

    In this episode, we recap the sights, sounds, and incredible community spirit behind Truck Ride 2026. A community of truck drivers took to the highway with one shared mission: backing our local Special Olympics athletes in Ontario Canada.

    Thanks to an overwhelming wave of community generosity, sponsors, and drivers, the event shattered previous events to raise an unprecedented $154,000. We break down the highlights from the route, share athlete stories, and look at exactly where these funds go—from year-round sports training and competition gear to travel logistics that empower athletes to compete on the regional and national stage. Tune in to celebrate an unforgettable day where horsepower met pure heart.

    Get Involved With Truck Ride for Special Olympics

    The Special Olympics Ontario Truck Ride is a celebration of the trucking industry and its support for Special Olympics. What started as a local event in Florida in 2001 has evolved into an International movement in over 40 States and 5 Provinces annually.

    Each year, hundreds of trucks parade along Ontario's busiest highway in support of Special Olympics. The positive attention generated by the Truck Ride gets both the general public and the media talking. Being a part of this event positions your organization as a part of an industry that cares, gives back and is active within the community.

    GET INVOLVED WITH TRUCK RIDE HERE-www.TruckRide.ca

    Visit The Lead Pedal Podcast on YouTube

    Want to see video footage of the episode or event? Click the link below to visit our YouTube Page and while you're there why not subscribe? Enjoy!

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    At Bison – They Put Safety First!

    Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy. You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport

    Keep Your Workplace Safe With DriverCheck

    DriverCheck is a leader in drug and alcohol, cognitive, and workplace testing helping employers have a safe workplace for their staff. Learn how DriverCheck can help you be safe at www.drivercheck.ca

    Start Your Career on Solid Ground With Ontario Truck Driving School

    This episode is also sponsored by Ontario Truck Driving School which has a number of courses to help you be successful when starting a career in transportation from heavy equipment to over the road trucking. You can learn more about starting your career at www.otds.com

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    24 min
  • It's Never Too Late: Trucker Turned Musician Teddy Rowe's Inspiring Journey

    It's Never Too Late: Trucker Turned Musician Teddy Rowe's Inspiring Journey

    It is never too late to chase your passion. In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with trucking musician Teddy Rowe to talk about life behind the wheel, getting a later start in life, and turning his open-road experiences into a thriving music career.

    Teddy opens up about the grit and realities of long-haul driving, the pivotal moment he picked up his musical craft, and what it takes to reinvent yourself and find your voice no matter where you are in life.

    🔔 Subscribe for more music, stories, and insights from the trucking community: @LeadPedalPodcast

    At Bison – They Put Safety First!

    Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy. You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport

    Start Your Career on Solid Ground With Ontario Truck Driving School

    This episode is also sponsored by Ontario Truck Driving School which has a number of courses to help you be successful when starting a career in transportation from heavy equipment to over the road trucking. You can learn more about starting your career at www.otds.com

    Improve the Compliance of Your Fleet With Compliance Mentorz

    Compliance Mentorz, a leading commercial safety consulting company, is proud to serve clients nationwide across Canada. But our commitment to safety and compliance doesn't stop at borders – we're excited to extend our support to clients throughout North America. Call 905-486-1666x215 or Learn more at www.compliancementorz.com

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    40 min
  • View the Smokey and The Bandit Replica Truck: Featured Truck of the Week

    View the Smokey and The Bandit Replica Truck: Featured Truck of the Week

    Ontario truck shows never disappoint, especially when the legendary Smokey and the Bandit Snowman rig rolls onto the grounds!

    In this clip from the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce takes a closer look at this incredible replica of the iconic 1977 Kenworth W900 and trailer right here in Ontario, Canada. From the authentic classic styling to the movie-accurate paint scheme, see what makes this big rig an absolute crowd favourite at local truck meets and shows.

    Check out more rigs, driver features, and show highlights on the Lead Pedal Podcast!

    👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your favourite trucking movie memories in the comments below!

    #LeadPedalPodcast #SmokeyAndTheBandit #OntarioTruckShows #SnowmanTruck #KenworthW900 #ClassicTrucks #OntarioTrucking #TruckLife #JerryReed

    Enter Your Truck to be a Featured Truck of the Week

    To get your truck entered into the Lead Pedal Featured Trucks email photos of your truck and a write up about and why it supposed to be part of these amazing trucks. Email [email protected]

    Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse

    Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    4 min
  • From the Highway to the Stage: Trucker Turned Songwriter Randy Cobb

    From the Highway to the Stage: Trucker Turned Songwriter Randy Cobb

    What happens when years of watching the white lines on the open road turn into heartfelt country songs? In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with Randy Cobb—a seasoned commercial driver who transitioned his passion from the highway to the recording studio as a singer-songwriter. Randy shares behind-the-wheel stories, his creative process turning road life into music, and what it takes to chase your creative spark.

    Learn more about Randy at www.RandyCobbMusic.com

    Work for a Company With a Great Culture-Rosedale Transport

    This episode is sponsored by Rosedale Transport offering career opportunities for truck drivers with their large network. You can learn more at www.rosedalegroup.com

    Have you ever been on day three of a run and realize the shower line at the truck stop is forty minutes deep and you've got a delivery window? Yeah. Been there.

    Manshowr makes a wipe, big enough for your whole body, sealed in its own packet so it lives in your cab, your bag, wherever. Tear it open, wipe down, toss it. Ninety seconds and you feel human again." The wipes were built for gym guys. Truckers found it on their own and took it over. That's not marketing, that's drivers voting with their wallets. Manshowr is a Canadian company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

    Learn more about Manshowr at www.Manshowr.com

    Keep Your Workplace Safe With DriverCheck

    DriverCheck is a leader in drug and alcohol, cognitive, and workplace testing helping employers have a safe workplace for their staff. Learn how DriverCheck can help you be safe at www.drivercheck.ca

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com

    LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com

    50 min
  • Don't Miss These Ontario Truck Events This September: Lead Pedal Event Calendar September 2026

    Don't Miss These Ontario Truck Events This September: Lead Pedal Event Calendar September 2026

    The truck show season isn't over yet! Bruce gives a quick rundown of the big rig meets, charity truck convoys, and classic truck events rolling across Ontario, Canada this September 2026. Grab your calendar and see where you need to be next!

    Stay updated on events, driver stories, and the industry on the Lead Pedal Podcast!

    Which event are you heading to this month? Drop it in the comments below!

    #OntarioTruckShows #TruckShows2026 #LeadPedalPodcast #CanadianTrucking #OntarioTrucking #BigRigs #CustomTrucks #TruckLife

    Lead Pedal Transportation Events Calendar Disclaimer

    These Events were current at the time of publication. Please note they are subject to change without notice. Listen to the first main episode of the month for an explanation. The Events Calendar is updated monthy.

    SEPTEMBER EVENTS

    Truck Driver Appreciation Week - Canada - September 6th-12th 2026

    Seaforth Truck Show - TBD- Seaforth Ontario - Antique Truck Club - https://fb.me/e/6zHCdNIu2

    Truck Driver Appreciation Week - United States - September 13th-19th 2026

    Bridging the Barrier East - September 14th-15th 2026 - Mississauga ON - https://www.womenstruckingfederationofcanada.net

    Trucking Network Job Fair - September 19th 2026 - Brampton Ontario- www.truckingnetworkevents.ca

    PMTC Fall Golf Tournament - September 22nd 2026 - www.pmtc.ca

    TenFourDC -Truck Display - October 2026— National Monument - Fredericksburg Virginia - www.tenfourdc.org

    PTTAC Conference - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - October 6th 2026 - www.pttac.ca

    Fleet Safety Council Annual Conference - October 23 2026 - Brampton ON - www.fleetsafetycouncil.com

    DriverCheck Fitness for Duty Summit - October 28 2026 - VIRTUAL - www.drivercheck.ca

    PMTC/ Transrep Canadian Transportation Summit - November 5th -Bolton ON - www.pmtc.ca

    TCA Canada-Bridging the Borders Event - November 19th 2025 - Mississauga ON - https://www.truckloadbbb.com

    Trucking Network Fleet Executive Summit - TBD, Brampton ON - https://fleetexecsummit.net

    End of Event Listings

    About Lead Pedal Media

    Lead Pedal Media is a premier trucking-focused media company connecting the transportation industry through podcasts, internet radio, live events, and digital content. Home to popular shows like Lead Pedal Podcast, Lead Pedal Radio, Tropical Daze, Oldies Show, and the Chords & Chrome Radio Show, we help events, brands, and industry professionals amplify their message to a loyal trucking and automotive audience. Whether promoting truck shows, charity rides, industry events, or business initiatives, Lead Pedal Media delivers targeted exposure that keeps your event rolling long after the last mile.

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    2 min
  • Down the Track in a Big Rig! Sparta Truck Show Recap

    Down the Track in a Big Rig! Sparta Truck Show Recap

    Fire up your engines! In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, we take you trackside to the Big Rigs Truck Show at the legendary St. Thomas Dragway in Sparta, Ontario. Join us as we recap all the high-horsepower action, feel the rumble firsthand with an unforgettable ride down the dragstrip, and hang out with the drivers, friends, and fans who make the Ontario trucking community second to none. From custom rigs gleaming in the pits to heavy-duty side-by-side drag racing, we're bringing you the sounds, the stories, and the smoke right through your speakers. Tune in and ride shotgun!

    At Bison – They Put Safety First!

    Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy. You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport

    Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse

    Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com

    Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants

    Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986

    About the Podcast

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.

    LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening!

    The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

    What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics.

    Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com

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    11 min

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