Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Ben’s military background and journey in trucking (1:39)
• The decision to move to Arkansas (10:10)
• The importance of spousal support (13:52)
• Challenges of being an owner-operator (17:07)
• Ben’s sister and her work in trucking (18:05)
• The first steps into the trucking world (21:20)
• Support and partnership in trucking (22:14)
• Benefits and challenges at Oakley Trucking (23:43)
• What’s next for Ben in the future? (32:59)
• Financial discipline as an owner-operator (35:36)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (42:28)

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.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• John’s background in Trucking and Work with Good News Distribution (2:58)
• The ministry of GND (4:47)
• Distribution of needed materials to Truckers (5:54)
• Distribution Networks and Partnerships (7:26)
• The impact of Bible distribution on Truckers (9:34)
• Collaboration with Cry Mission (11:05)
• Partnership with Gideons and Bible App Cards (14:06)
• Supporting Good News Distribution (15:54)
• Challenges in Material Distribution (17:33)
• Evolution of Trucker Communication (20:19)
• John’s personal impact in the distribution work (21:31)
• Offering prayers and support for Truckers (23:03)
• Connecting with Good News Distributors and Final Takeaways (23:35)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Introduction of Co-Host Megan (2:00)
• Megan's experience at Oakley (3:23)
• Jason’s background in trucking (7:38)
• From criminal justice to truck driving (9:54)
• Jason's experience as an owner-operator at Oakley (16:29)
• Stability of work at Oakley Trucking (18:32)
• Work-life Balance (21:41)
• Truck Driver's Role in the Economy and Society (24:00)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (25:10)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Troy’s background in truckingMeeting Troy Austin (1:24)
• Starting the TalkCDL Podcast (2:46)
• Family and trucking legacy (4:10)
• Content creation and motivation (6:41)
• Promoting the podcast on Facebook (11:37)
• Networking and sponsors (14:41)
• Finding and creating content (16:13)
• Audience engagement and improvement (19:29)
• The importance of quality content (19:56)
• The role of CB radios in trucking (23:13)
• Advocacy for CB radios (29:51)
• Connecting with Troy and TalkCDL (32:23)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (33:07)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome from MATS (0:58)
• History and benefits of Gulf Coast Filters (2:30)
• Steve's background and early experiences with Gulf Coast Filters (5:11)
• Transition of leadership at Gulf Coast Filters (9:25)
• Purpose and function of Gulf Coast Filters (13:16)
• Mounting and placement of filters (15:38)
• Effectiveness and impact of Gulf Coast Filters (17:37)
• Extended engine life (20:20)
• Importance of continuous oil maintenance (23:52)
• Oil sample analysis (25:20)
• Environmental impact (30:21)
• Fuel polishing system (33:03)
• Customer success story (35:59)
• Cost-saving analysis (41:09)
• Oil Change Cost Reduction (43:09)
• Installation Process and Over-the-Road Package (45:50)
• Engine Specific Adapter Kits (46:23)
• Customer-Centric Approach (47:30)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (48:47)

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.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• The significance of Iowa 80 and the Mid-America Truck Show (2:05)
• Introduction of Heather and Lee and the history of Iowa 80 (3:44)
• Bill Moon's vision and contributions to trucking (4:38)
• Moon's background and passion for trucking (9:25)
• The Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree (12:02)
• Lee’s experiences growing up at Iowa 80 (14:16)
• The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum (17:25)
• Preservation of trucking history at Iowa 80 (22:32)
• CAT Scale Expansion (25:44)
• 60th Anniversary Sweepstakes (28:57)
• Facilities at Iowa 80 (33:51)
• Future of Iowa 80 (35:51)
• Booth Activities at MATS (38:55)
• Expansion Plans (40:03)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• LIVE from Mid America Truck Show (0:35)
• Megan's First Truck Show Experience (2:56)
• Pittsburgh Power Products and Services (6:37)
• Improving Diesel Fuel Quality (10:51)
• Personal Experience with Pittsburgh Power Products (13:45)
• Tuning Semi Trucks for Fuel Efficiency (15:27)
• Cleaning Diesel Particulate Filters (18:58)
• Pittsburgh Power's Origins (19:44)
• The owner-operator's love for his truck (21:33)
• Gearing for better fuel mileage (25:44)
• Educating owner-operators about truck performance (34:24)
• Turbo boost and its impact on fuel mileage (40:40)
• The compressor wheel (44:21)
• What’s Next for Bruce? (46:01)
• Trucking Should Always Look for Improvements (49:16)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (52:28)

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.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Coming to You LIVE from MATS (1:09)
• Introducing New Co-Host Megan Cummings (2:09)
• Rich and Howes Products (3:40)
• The Legacy of Howes (4:40)
• Discussion on Diesel Additives (7:43)
• Howes Hall of Fame (12:50)
• Availability of Howes Products (16:38)
• Howes Products' Reward Program (17:19)
• The importance of customer service (18:05)
• The Future of Howes Products (19:31)
• Commitment to quality and safety (20:08)
• Benefits of using additives (22:33)
• Small company and family tradition (23:07)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Oakley Update: Truck Trades Process (2:18)
• Introduction of Brock and Scott from Arrow Truck Sales (5:14)
• The Evolution and Stability of Arrow Truck Sales (11:31)
• In-house financing and customer support (16:28)
• Current state of the truck market (18:47)
• Challenges in Truck Buying (21:39)
• Strategic Decision-making (22:30)
• Arrow’s Expansion and Operations (23:27)
• Advancements in Truck Technology (24:48)
• Arrow’s Commitment to Customer Service and Satisfaction (28:15)
• Warranty and Customer Service (30:43)
• Emissions Technology (34:13)
• Arrow’s New Location in North Little Rock (37:31)
• Future Business Outlook (40:03)
• Oakley’s Partnership with Arrow Truck Sales (42:14)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• The Mid-America Truck Show (MATS) (0:39)
• Oakley’s perspective on the event (4:22)
• History of MATS (5:53)
• Preparation for the show (9:02)
• Reasons for attending (14:24)
• Location and events (16:29)
• Truck championship at MATS (20:00)
• Oakley's presence at the show (22:32)
• Recording podcasts at the show (25:30)
• Truck parking and shuttle service (27:22)
• Entertainment and activities in Louisville (30:21)
• Ticketing and registration process for MATS (34:28)
• Recommendations for attending the show (36:50)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (40:31)

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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