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FOR TRUCK DRIVERS

The Lead Pedal Podcast is a top trucking industry podcast delivering career tips, trucking news, driver training insights, business advice for truckers, trucking lifestyle stories, and interviews with drivers, carriers, and industry leaders. Hosted by Bruce Outridge, the show helps truck drivers succeed with education, entertainment, and industry updates three times per week.

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Shifting Gears EP11: Reflecting on the Year to Drive Your Career Forward

Dec 23, 2025

Shifting Gears EP11: Reflecting on the Year to Drive Your Career Forward

Shifting Gears EP11: Reflecting on the Year to Drive Your Career Forward

Before you hit the gas on next year’s goals, take a moment to check the rearview mirror. In this Shifting Gears episode, we reflect on the past year’s wins, lessons, and challenges—and show how a thoughtful look back can help you realign,...


Shifting Gears EP10: Behind the Wheel of Opportunity-What It Takes to Get a Trucking Job Today

Nov 26, 2025

Shifting Gears EP10: Behind the Wheel of Opportunity-What It Takes to Get a Trucking Job Today

Shifting Gears EP10: Behind the Wheel of Opportunity
What It Takes to Get a Trucking Job Today

The 2025–26 trucking job market is shifting gears. Our new feature explores what carriers are demanding from drivers and how job seekers can prepare to meet those expectations. Learn about hiring trends, skill requirements,...


Diversity in Trucking: The Roadmap to a Stronger, More United Industry: Shifting Gears Ep:9

Oct 25, 2025

Diversity in Trucking: The Roadmap to a Stronger, More United Industry

Diversity in Trucking: The Roadmap to a Stronger, More United Industry

This month in Shifting Gears, we’re diving into diversity in the trucking industry—why it matters, how it’s evolving, and the positive impact it’s having on fleets and drivers across Canada. From women and newcomers to underrepresented...


EDITION 8: Employee Appreciation Celebrating the Drivers Who Keep Us Moving

Sep 30, 2025

EDITION 8: Employee Appreciation Celebrating the Drivers Who Keep Us Moving

EDITION 8: Employee Appreciation 
Celebrating the Drivers Who Keep Us Moving

In this edition of Shifting Gears, we shine a spotlight on the hardworking men and women of the trucking industry. From behind the wheel to behind the scenes, it’s all about appreciating the people who keep our roads rolling and our...


EDITION 7: Driving Attention How Hosting Mini Truck Shows Can Boost Your Brand

Aug 28, 2025

EDITION 7: Driving Attention How Hosting Mini Truck Shows Can Boost Your Brand

EDITION 7: Driving Attention
 
How Hosting Mini Truck Shows Can Boost Your Brand

It’s Time to Shine

There’s one great thing about summer and it’s all the truck shows and the shiny rigs. We need to share this with the public. It’s a time to make our industry shine. 

In the Winter when we’re blowing snow all...