The Oakley Podcast

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Upcoming Event: Serving the Folks at Port 33 (2:08)
• Meeting Mike and Maleah (4:51)
• Transition from Farming to Trucking (5:33)
• How Mike and Maleah met and Got Married (6:11)
• Mentorship and Trucking Success (10:26)
• Transition to Oakley Trucking (11:55)
• Truck Upgrade and Living in Florida (13:33)
• Importance of Partner Support in Trucking (17:06)
• Awareness and Safety in Trucking (18:32)
• Focusing on Safe Driving and Customer Care (19:33)
• Experience with Pulling a Dump Trailer (20:13)
• Transition to Mileage Mentality and Dispatch System (22:17)
• Benefits of Joining Oakley Trucking (23:50)
• Mike and Maleah’s Personal Interests and Priorities (26:45)
• Advice for Married Couples in Trucking (27:12)
• Setting Goals and Achieving Financial Stability (28:40)
• Friendship and Support in Trucking Community (30:36)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (33:35)

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:

• Hal’s background in transportation and work at PrePass (3:02)
• History and purpose of PrePass (5:28)
• How PrePass Works (6:05)
• The impact of PrePass on highway safety and traffic flow (7:30)
• State scoring system and bypass rates for carriers (9:23)
• PrePass reaching 1 billion successful bypasses (12:07)
• Geofencing technology in mobile bypass sites (14:33)
• Integrations with mobile apps (16:00)
• Simplicity and cost-effectiveness of PrePass (18:31)
• Advancements in toll technology (21:31)
• PrePass Safety Alliance (22:39)
• The PrePass Customer Base (25:40)
• Supporting drivers and the trucking industry (28:02)
• Catching up with PrePass at MATS (29:05)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (31:12)

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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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Andreya’s background and passion for caring for her patients (1:27)
• The importance of mental health (3:00)
• The impact of the pandemic on mental health (6:08)
• Recognition of mental health issues (8:29)
• Seeking help and mental health services (12:34)
• Challenges faced by truck drivers (14:08)
• The importance of physical activity (16:47)
• Recognizing the need for mental health support (20:23)
• Recognizing signs of mental health issues (20:32)
• Strategies for managing stress and anxiety (24:29)
• Talk therapy and medication management (28:04)
• Realities of medication for mental health (30:27)
• Recognizing mental health issues in teenagers (33:05)
• Importance of listening in addressing mental health (36:00)
• Final thoughts and connecting with Dr. Reed (37:12)

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.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Troy’s background and experience in trucking (2:36)
• From logging to owner-operator (4:28)
• Troy’s Investment in his truck (5:22)
• Safety and law enforcement experience (10:57)
• Life as an owner-operator at Oakley (11:43)
• Challenges and commitment to safety (13:31)
• Financial management and dedication to the company (17:20)
• Balancing work and family life (18:30)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (20:08)

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:

• Introducing Josh, Lucas and Lee (1:21)
• Highlighting the operations of Port 33 (2:12)
• History and Growth of Port 33 (6:10)
• Significance and Capabilities of Port 33 (7:31)
• Barge Loading and Unloading (12:21)
• Unique Operations at Port 33 (16:41)
• Products Offered at Port 33 (19:29)
• Impact of the 2019 Flood (22:20)
• Recovery and Adaptation (24:39)
• Port 33 South Side Development (27:10)
• Impact of Oakley's Acquisition (32:29)
• Trucking Business Expansion (36:48)
• Customer Appreciation Event (39:27)
• QR Code System (43:11)
• Port Operations and Efficiency (00:45:46)
• Addressing safety on the facility (48:12)
• Regulations and inspections (50:00)
• Training and experience of tugboat captains (52:37)
• Appreciation for Port 33 and Oakley company values (58:31)

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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