This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett welcomes Keith Wilson, Tasha Rinehart, and Joe Vulpone from Arrow Truck Sales to spotlight the successful partnership with Oakley and Arrow. The conversation delves into their 75-year history, the process of sourcing and inspecting quality used trucks, and Arrow’s customer-first approach. Key discussions include the impact of technology in truck sales, the unique advantages of Arrow’s in-house financing through Transport Funding, and the opening of their new Little Rock location. Listeners will learn about the importance of building lasting relationships, post-sale support for drivers, adapting to industry changes for long-term trucking success, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to Today’s Episode with Arrow Truck Sales (0:42)
• Stories About Family and Balance for Trucking Professionals (5:18)
• The History and Philosophy at Arrow, 75 Years in Business (7:53)
• Insight Into Used Truck Sourcing, Inspections, and Quality Control (10:37)
• The Process and Challenges of Buying and Selling Used Trucks (13:42)
• Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Market Fluctuations (15:33)
• Technology’s Role in Modern Truck Sales and Customer Experience (17:27)
• Competing in the Digital Age and How Customer Relationships Evolve (19:06)
• Creating a “Disney World” Customer Experience at Arrow (20:45)
• Service After the Sale and Standout Examples of Support (23:16)
• Handling Customer Issues and Going Above and Beyond Post-Sale (26:33)
• Arrow’s In-house Financing and Benefits for Customers (29:27)
• The Critical Importance of Correct Truck Paperwork (32:04)
• The New Little Rock Store: Location, Strategy, and Benefits (35:21)
• Plans for Service Bays and Light Maintenance at Little Rock (38:19)
• Future Outlook: Sticking With Core Values While Embracing Change (39:42)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (41:06)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett interviews Martin Garsee about the realities of truck driver training, the mission of the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools (NAPFTDS), and the evolving landscape of industry regulations. The discussion covers training program structures, student recruitment, job placement, lifestyle challenges for drivers, the importance of professionalism and customer service, and adapting to new rules like English proficiency and automatic transmissions. Key takeaways include the value of networking in education, the need for realistic career expectations, the critical role of thorough, ongoing training for both new and experienced truck drivers, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to Today’s Episode and Thank You to Sponsors (0:58)  
• Martin Shares His Background and Experience (4:46)  
• Discussing the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools (9:17)  
• Explaining Recruitment and Student Advertising Approaches 14:13)  
• Truck Driver Training Program Structure and Classroom Details (17:08)  
• Challenges of Over-the-Road Versus Local Trucking Work (19:21)  
• Turnover and Misconceptions in the Trucking Industry (21:02)  
• New Government Regulations and English Language Rules (25:21)  
• The Impact of Regulations on Training and Industry Operations (29:55)  
• Job Placement, Recruiters, and Company Training Partnerships (31:18)  
• Realities and Stages of Early Career Truck Drivers (35:06)  
• Importance of Professionalism and Personal Appearance (37:36)  
• Customer Service and Working With Clients in Trucking (40:06)  
• Shift to Automatic Transmissions in Trucking Programs (42:07)  
• How to Get Involved and Contact Information for Martin and Associations (44:42)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett interviews Major General Bob Walters, exploring his extraordinary career in the U.S. Army, the challenges of military leadership, and the profound impact on his family. Walters shares captivating stories from deployments around the globe, including operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the notable Abu Ghraib experience. The episode also touches on the parallels between military discipline and the trucking industry, promoting Walters’ new book about leadership in tough times. Key takeaways include the sacrifices made by military families, the value of steadfast leadership under pressure, the strong ties between veterans and the world of trucking, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Introduction to the Oakley Podcast and Guest Major General Walters (0:42)
• Military Life, Deployments, and Family Sacrifices (3:15)
• Bob’s Military Journey and Early Family Life (6:50)
• Experiences in Ranger School and Early Deployments (10:15)
• Jumping, Injuries, and Lessons Learned at Ranger School (14:55)
• Command Opportunities and Desert Storm Experience (18:50)
• Special Operations, Colombia, and Capturing Drug Lords (22:15)
• Chasing War Criminals in Bosnia and Leadership Challenges (25:45)
• The Abu Ghraib Prison Assignment and Security Issues (29:59)
• The Challenges and Investigation at Abu Ghraib (34:40)
• Returning from Iraq and Sharing Classified Information Stories (39:00)
• The Impact on Military Families Living Abroad (43:15)
• Reflections on Leadership, the Book, and Family (47:00)
• Connections to Trucking, Maintenance, and Family Stories (51:00)
• Transitioning Veterans to Trucking and Parting Thoughts (54:40)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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 This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by ops managers Nick Dulaney and Jason Webb to review Oakley Trucking’s milestones and challenges in 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Topics include overcoming a tough freight market, the impact of tariffs, equipment and trailer updates, and maintaining high safety and service standards. The discussion highlights proactive strategies for customer retention, operational improvements using data and AI, fostering company culture, annual bonuses, and the significance of the new St. Louis terminal. Key takeaways are Oakley’s commitment to its drivers, adaptability in changing markets, positive outlooks for growth and efficiency in 2026, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to New Episodes for 2026 (0:52)
• Studio Updates and Appreciation for Team and Sponsors (2:16)
• Reflecting on 2025 Freight Market Challenges and Customer Relations (6:16)
• Proactive Freight Strategies and New Customer Opportunities (8:33)
• Impact of Tariffs on the Scrap Industry and Operations (10:26)
• Safety Initiatives and Driver Performance Improvements (13:47)
• Trailer Turnover Costs and Lessons Learned (16:57)
• Operational Efficiency, Data Reporting, and Role of Technology (21:09)
• Company Culture, Camaraderie, and Remembering Drivers (23:50)
• Annual Bonuses, Equipment, and Trailer Purchases and Sales (25:21)
• Podcast Success, Guest Highlights, and Retirements (28:37)
• Looking Ahead: Expanding Operations and the New St. Louis Terminal (32:05)
• Recruiting, Retention, and Maintaining High Standards (35:19)
• The Role of English Proficiency in Industry Changes (39:18)
• Owning Service and Company Reputation in 2026 (40:13)
• Holiday Stories and Family Reflections (42:02)
• Parting Thoughts and Optimism for 2026 (43:28)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, Megan Cummings and Dustin Eagle bring you another great episode as they welcome Fred & Jerome Levy. Fred is an Owner/Operator here at Oakley, and his son Jerome is already planning his trucking career. Fred, who started driving with Pepsi and transitioned to over-the-road trucking, discusses his career path and joining Oakley Trucking. Jerome, already knowledgeable in the industry, demonstrates an intense interest in trucking, using American Truck Simulator and already planning to start his own company in the future. The episode explores changes in the trucking industry, the importance of family values, understanding of trucking regulations, and truck models. Key takeaways include the evolving nature of trucking, the significance of mentorship even from parent to child, the potential for young, passionate individuals to innovate in the transportation industry, and so much more.

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to the Episode (0:46)
• Oakley Trucking Recruiting Needs (1:19)
• Celebrity Encounter Story (4:54)
• Preview of the Episode & Past Highlights (9:30)
• Introducing Fred and Jerome Levy (13:31)
• Fred’s Early Trucking Career (17:35)
• Jerome’s Introduction to Trucking and Passion for Trucks (20:45)
• Fred on Family, Purpose, and Jerome’s Passion (24:43)
• Fred’s Career Path Before Oakley (26:26)
• Fred’s Experience at Oakley (30:01)
• Jerome’s Business Aspirations (33:51)
• Changes in Trucking Over the Years (37:58)
• Trucking Regulations and Cleanliness (41:13)
• Jerome’s Training and Future Plans (45:25)
• Generational Lessons and Family Support (47:41)
• Final Thoughts and Conclusion (49:12)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett welcomes Bryan “Bossman” Martin, Owner of 4 State Trucks/Chrome Shop Mafia in Joplin, Missouri. During the episode, Bryan shares his journey from a mechanic to a leader in the custom truck industry, detailing the evolution of his business from a small parts store to a renowned custom truck shop. He discusses the impact of the "Trick My Truck" TV show on his business and the growth of his truck show. The episode highlights the sense of community in trucking, Bryan's future plans for 4 State Trucks and Chrome Shop Mafia, and so much more.

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Bryan's Background in Trucking (2:05)
• Evolution of 4 State Trucks (3:23)
• Impact of "Trick My Truck" (7:08)
• Reality of Reality TV (8:37)
• Origin of Chrome Shop Mafia (10:46)
• Trends in Truck Customization (16:24)
• Guilty by Association Truck Show Origins (20:26)
• Entertainment at the Truck Show (24:44)
• Community and Camaraderie in the Trucking Community (27:16)
• Future Plans for 4 State Trucks (28:05)
• Location and Accessibility for 4 State Trucks (30:14)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (32:04)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, hosts Jeremy Kellett and Megan Cummings welcome Brad Page, one of our owner/operators at Oakley Trucking. During the episode, Brad shares his incredible journey as a commercial airline pilot for over 30 years to the open road of being an owner-operator. The discussion covers Brad's memorable flying experiences, including challenging landings and his work in medevac missions. The episode also touches on Brad's family, his sons' careers in engineering and mechanics, the evolving technology in the trucking industry, comparisons between being a pilot and an owner-operator, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Previewing the Upcoming Episode (1:14)
• Changes in the Office (6:31)
• Megan's New Role (7:30)
• Listener Interaction Segment (9:29)
• Brad’s Background and Aviation Career (13:35)
• Medevac Job Explanation (17:12)
• Becoming a Pilot (18:57)
• Commuter Airline Job (22:17)
• Challenges of Airline Piloting (25:32)
• Air Conditioning on Planes (34:31)
• Landing in Windy Conditions (37:05)
• Transition from Aviation to Trucking (39:01)
• Consulting Work Post-Retirement (42:03)
• Joining Oakley Trucking (46:55)
• Learning the Ropes at Oakley (51:09)
• Making Pilot Announcements (58:03)
• Technology in Trucking (59:18)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (1:01:04)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. During this week’s episode of the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by Bruce Mallinson, Owner of Pittsburgh Power, live from the Mid-America Truck Show in Louisville, Kentucky. In this conversation, Bruce shares his lifelong passion for engines, recounting childhood experiences that ignited his love for horsepower and torque. He emphasizes the importance of owner-operators in the trucking industry and discusses the benefits of Pittsburgh Power’s Max Mileage Fuel Born Catalyst. The conversation also touches on the challenges of retirement for truckers, the camaraderie among drivers, the critical role of trucking in society, the resilience of the trucking community, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Bruce Background and Journey (1:11)
• Importance of Early Exposure to Trucking (5:05)
• Owner-Operators and Their Resilience (6:05)
• The Appeal of Trucking (8:52)
• Community Support Among Truckers (10:32)
• Performance of Various Engines (13:14)
• Bruce’s Personal Retirement Reflections (15:12)
• Listening to Customer Needs (20:43)
• Hurricane Helene Damage (27:51)
• Retirement Realities (38:01)
• The Addiction to Trucking (42:36)
• Retirement for Owner-Operators (43:39)
• The Supply Chain and Trucking (48:09)
• Trucker Appreciation (49:44)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (51:45)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett chats with Carlton & Leigh Wing, the Hosts & Founders of Wing Media Group and creators of the Arkansas Great Outdoors show. During the episode, Carlton & Leigh share their journey from broadcasting to media entrepreneurship. Leigh also shares her personal ties to trucking in the family and the appreciation everyone should have for truckers and their importance in keeping the country running. The Wings highlight Arkansas's incredible natural resources, emphasizing the state's diverse outdoor opportunities and the importance of getting people, especially youth, engaged with nature. Carlton also reveals his recent decision to step back from politics after serving in the House of Representatives for 10 years. Throughout the conversation, they stress the therapeutic benefits of outdoor experiences and the joy of discovering new activities like fishing, hiking, and exploring state parks. Don’t miss it!

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcoming the Wings to the Show (1:18)
• Carlton’s Broadcasting Journey (4:34)
• Personal & Family Background (6:12)
• Moving to Arkansas & Love for the Outdoors (8:11)
• Overcoming Career Setbacks (12:27)
• Birth of Arkansas Great Outdoors Show (14:51)
• Expanding Outdoor Content (18:24)
• Arkansas’ Outdoor Reputation (22:15)
• Game & Fish Commission and State Parks (24:01)
• Carlton’s Political Career (25:48)
• Future Plans for the Wings (29:30)
• Favorite Fishing Techniques (32:43)
• The Benefits of Getting Outside (35:50)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (39:11)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett sits down with Dave Hall, Arkansas Road Team Captain and veteran truck driver, to discuss his 38-year career, the importance of road safety education, and the mission of the Arkansas Road Team. They explore the team’s hands-on outreach programs, like driving simulators and blind spot demonstrations, aimed at educating drivers of all ages about sharing the road safely with trucks. Key topics include challenges of the trucking industry, advice for new drivers, combating distracted driving, and opportunities in the field for everyone. Listeners will gain insights into the rewarding nature of trucking, the importance of education for public safety, upcoming plans to bring these initiatives to broader audiences, and so much more. 

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome to Today’s Episode (0:38)
• Dave Hall introduces Himself and Shares His Background (3:29)
• Talking About Family, Hobbies, and Living in Arkansas (6:36)
• Dave’s Entry Into Trucking and Early Career Stories (9:16)
• Moving Between Companies and Life Changes (12:11)
• The Formation of The Arkansas Road Team (15:15)
• Road Team Education Tools and Public Demonstrations (18:18)
• Truck Simulators and School Outreach Experiences (21:05)
• Discussing Distracted Driving and Road Safety Laws (24:47)
• Lessons in Defensive Driving and Handling Bad Weather (27:50)
• Achieving Four Million Safe Miles and Championship Wins (30:40)
• Career Opportunities and Inclusivity in Trucking (33:16)
• Tips For New Drivers and Realities Of Trucking Life (36:24)
• Trucking’s Purpose, Community Involvement, and Parting Thoughts (39:21)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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