Jun 24, 2026

7 Years Behind the Wheel: Ryan Masters Shares Real-Life Trucking Lessons for New Drivers | Lead Pedal Podcast

What is it really like to build a career in trucking?

In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge sits down with Ryan Masters, a professional driver with seven years of experience behind the wheel. Having moved beyond the rookie stage but still early enough in his career to relate to today’s new drivers, Ryan offers an honest look at life on the road, career growth, industry challenges, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Whether you’re considering a trucking career, are currently in driving school, or are a new driver looking for practical advice, Ryan shares valuable insights that can help you navigate the industry more successfully. From managing expectations and building experience to staying professional and advancing your career, this conversation is packed with real-world trucking tips.

Tune in to hear what seven years in trucking has taught Ryan and what every new driver should know before getting behind the wheel.

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

Stop in Comfort and Efficiently With Harnois Énergies

Harnois Énergies is expanding its network into Ontario with the upcoming opening of a high-capacity truck stop—the largest in its network to date. Located in Woodstock, Ontario, at Exit 230 on Highway 401, this site will undergo two modernization phases throughout 2026. It will offer truck drivers and travelers a full range of amenities, including diesel and propane fueling, quick-service dining, showers, a large parking area for heavy trucks, RV refill stations, and two convenience stores designed to maximize comfort and efficiency during stops. To complement these services, the site will also host a partner specializing in heavy truck mechanical repairs.

If you don’t already have your Esso Truck Stop card, visit HarnoisEnergies.com or call 1-800-363-2712. Serving you since 1958—Harnois Énergies

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.

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