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Driven Too Far: The Truth About Trucking

Driven Too Far: The Truth About Trucking

By: Andrew Winkler
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Is it possible for a long-haul driver to have both the career and the family they love? Yes, and this podcast is where you'll get directions to a destination not found on any map. I'm Andrew Winkler and I know how it feels to be driven too far, which is why I'm giving you the truth about trucking so you can have both your family and your career.2022 Chief Carriers Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Manual Transmissions vs Automatic Changes for the Better
    Dec 1 2025

    Why are trucking companies switching to automatic transmissions? A lot of old school drivers prefer and stand by manual transmissions and refuse the ways of automation. Andrew shows us a look behind the scenes as the trucking industry continues to find itself in the midst of a never-ending tug of war between manual and automatic transmissions. He talks about the advantages of automatic transmissions, such as lower operating costs, improved performance, and better fuel efficiency. Would your business benefit from this shift? Tune in for how switching from manual to automatic is a change for the better.


    For a fleet that has automatic trucks available visit Chief Carriers.

    This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.

    Original Air Date: Jan 30, 2023

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    27 mins
  • What is the Cost of Changing Jobs
    Nov 24 2025

    What's the real cost of changing jobs? The offers out there seem fantastic, but are they worth the move? Making the decision to change jobs is a big one. Not only are there financial considerations to take into account, but other factors such as job satisfaction and stability must be weighed in. Andrew takes an in depth look at these elements that go into the cost of changing jobs. From the risk of losing consistent pay to the reputational cost of job hopping. Check out this episode of Driven Too Far: The Truth About Trucking to learn everything you need to know about the cost of changing jobs.


    Want to work for a company that values their tenured drivers? Visit Chief Carriers.

    This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.

    Original Air Date: Jan 2, 2023

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    21 mins
  • Truck Driver Turnover Is Safety to Blame?
    Nov 17 2025

    What kind of company do you want to work for? Is your safety department to blame for high driver turnover? Some recent reports say yes, but is that really the whole story? In the episode Andrew takes an in-depth look at the driver turnover problem and some potential solutions to retain top talent and meet safety standards. So tune in and if safety truly is to blame for truck driver turnover.


    Learn more about safety and how Chief Carriers is creating a safety culture for their drivers.

    This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.

    Original Air Date: Jan 09, 2023

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    14 mins
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