Drive

Can your health keep up with the demands of life on the road? In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner connects with Stephen Kane , President of Rolling Strong , about building realistic health and wellness programs for people in trucking. Drawing from years behind the wheel and in leadership, Stephen shares how first-hand experience shaped his approach to supporting the workforce through fitness, nutrit...

Is your trucking career  giving you the stability you deserve? On this episode, Chelsea Faulkner sits down with Tim Norlin , Vice President at Roehl Transport , to talk about the real impact of the freight recession and what drivers can do to stay steady through uncertain times. With decades in the industry, Tim shares hard-earned insight on navigating down markets, recognizing red flags, and find...

Understanding the ins and outs of driver testing and background checks can make all the difference in a trucking career. For Marc Bourne and Grady Phillips, supporting drivers means building trust through transparency and clear communication around testing and background screening.  In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner sits down with Marc Bourne , Vice President of Background Screening, Training, and...

When was the last time someone really listened to you? For Erin Crawford , supporting drivers starts with trust, follow-through, and remembering the little things. In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner talks with Erin, Market Development Manager of HandledNow , about how to put drivers first, not just in words, but in action. From her early days in recruiting to becoming a trusted voice behind the sce...

Is your trucking career built to last? In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner talks with HandledNow CEO Zac Elsts about what it really means to build a long-term career in the trucking industry. Drawing from personal stories and experience spanning more than 10 years, Zac lays out a vision for drivers who want more than just a job, but purpose and pride in the work they do too. He opens up about what i...

Is your recruiting strategy actually helping you retain drivers? Kameel Gaines , Founder of Rig On Wheels , joins Chelsea Faulkner of HandledNow for a conversation that cuts through the noise. With 15 years of industry experience, Kameel unpacks the real reasons drivers leave, what fleets are getting wrong about culture, and why marketing might be the missing link in your retention efforts. She sh...

Are driver training programs helping - or just checking boxes? In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner of HandledNow sits down with Dr. Gina Anderson , CEO of Luma Brighter Learning and a leading voice in cognitive science and adult education. With over a decade of experience in the trucking industry, Gina shares what she’s seen firsthand: information overload, disconnected training, and missed opportun...

Are you ready for a new season of Drive, where we get real about the challenges facing truck drivers today — and the practical steps we can all take to make this industry stronger? This season kicks off with a shift. Chelsea Faulkner is stepping into the host seat, and she’s bringing a fresh focus to the conversations ahead. In this first episode, Chelsea and Zac Elsts talk about what’s next for D...

Are you ready to take control of DOT compliance and avoid costly mistakes?  In this episode, Chelsea Faulkner of HandledNow talks with Brandon Wiseman, Founder of TruckSafe Consulting and an experienced DOT safety attorney. His wisdom is hard-won. His advice for drivers and fleet managers focuses on staying ahead of DOT compliance challenges, cutting violations, and avoiding costly fines and lawsu...

Are trucking companies stepping up to really support drivers?  In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Jason Douglass , Vice President of Operations at James H. Clark & Sons , to talk about what it takes to build a trucking industry where drivers feel respected and valued. Jason’s not just about talk—he’s spent 18 years working his way up from local delivery driver to industry leader, and he’s all...

No one is just a number, and no one exemplifies this more than the dedicated transportation professionals behind Wreaths Across America. In this episode, Zac and Chelsea are again joined by Courtney George , Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America , a non-profit organization committed to honoring and remembering veterans through the laying of wreaths during the...

We all know that the trucking industry is male-dominated. But nothing beats a badass woman who completely transformed her life and now drives the world’s largest trucks. In this episode, Zac and Chelsea are joined by Kathy Tuccaro , a woman who beat all odds in a male-dominated field to become a true industry icon.  Kathy shared her astonishing life story in this episode, from overcoming severe tr...

The world of lease purchase programs can be tricky for truck drivers. Think about it… understanding the financial and operational aspects of leasing is similar to maneuvering a fully loaded rig through unpredictable terrain.   In this episode, Zac and Chelsea are again joined by Brad Hackett , Director of Recruiting and Retention for C1 Transportation and a veteran with 15 years of trucking experi...

Have you ever considered switching your job to becoming a trucker? What’s holding you back? In this Road Reflection episode, guest Bill Babcock, a part-time trucker, shares his journey from being in landscape, to taking the leap to becoming a trucker. Did he regret it? Not at all.   Bill shares the impact that truck driving has had on his life, his favorite on-the-road stories, and what it’s like...

Truck drivers need to make healthy lifestyle choices to prevent health-related career setbacks. Think about it… preventative maintenance of physical and mental health is similar to the upkeep of trucking equipment.    In this episode, Zac and Chelsea are joined by Dr. Mark Manera , CEO and Founder of Offshift , to discuss the importance of healthy lifestyles on the road.   Dr. Mark shares why smal...

The trucking industry is constantly changing, but what’s life like for a new-to-the-business trucker?  Welcome to the first Road Reflection episode, where we speak with truck drivers on the road. Our guest is Andrew Becker, a truck driver based in Indianapolis, IN, who became a truck driver within the last five years and transitioned from the landscaping business to the logistics world alongside h...

Curious about what it really takes to start a trucking career? This episode of Drive pulls back the curtain on essential things you need to know as a first-year truck driver. This is your go-to guide for navigating the trucking industry’s many peaks and valleys, and for finding success behind the wheel. Joining us is  Sean Horton with JobsinLogistics.com , a seasoned recruiter with a deep understa...

Your mental health as a trucker is just as important as your physical health behind the wheel, but it often gets overlooked or pushed aside due to shame, fear, and a litany of other emotions that we often want to hide.  As the first episode of Season 5, we could not have come out of the gate with a more important topic. Zac and Chelsea speak with Scott Busby , Director of Admissions at Praesum Hea...

The world of trucking never stands still. Whether charging ahead at full speed or reversing to correct a missed turn, those wheels keep turning. Drive by HandledNow is here to accompany you on that journey, no matter how many miles lie ahead.  Join Zac Elsts and his co-host, Chelsea Faulkner, for engaging in industry discussions that echo the classic CB radio chats of the past. Drive brings togeth...

There are no bigger hearts than those of truckers. This year marks the 35th year of the Mother’s Day Make-A-Wish Convoy through Susquehanna Valley, and Convoy Committee Co-Chair Terry Finch speaks with Zac and Chelsea to mark this milestone year. Terry helps steer the largest truck convoy east of the Mississippi where they team up with truckers to fulfill wishes for kids battling life-threatening...

It’s no secret why Indiana is called “The Crossroads of the World,” and today’s episode celebrates not only the state’s role in the transportation industry but also the latest initiatives that could affect your routes, your loads, and put you on the fast lane to growth opportunities. Vincent Ash is the Chief of Staff at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC). In this episode, he talks...

It’s time to dispel myths and spread the word about the often unseen contributions of women in trucking. And Jennifer Hedrick , President and CEO of Women in Trucking Association , is doing just that. In this episode, Zac and Chelsea talk with Jennifer about the incredible strides Women in Trucking has made in the industry since 2007, now boasting over 8,000 members. They’ll dive into their remark...

No one generally talks about the paperwork and details you need to manage as a trucker, and sometimes that can be burdensome and not efficient. Jeff Davison , CEO & Founder of Freight Mate has taken this pain point and created a solution - with you in mind. In this episode, Zac and Chelsea talk with Jeff about his innovative app, a freight management solution that harnesses the power of AI to stre...

2023 was a heck of a year for truckers.  In this episode of Drive, hosts Zac and Chelsea with HandledNow break down some of the hottest topics of the year for truckers – Women in Trucking, safety & new technologies, the job market, and even driver pay reform. They also take an opportunity to look ahead at what’s in store for 2024 – in short, change is happening and necessary, and we’re here for it...

New technology is emerging in the trucking industry every day. When you are an Owner Operator, it might not always be accessible.  Enter TruckSuite, a “technology-based” innovative and comprehensive Owner Operator Support program specifically designed to offer the Owner Operator truck ownership benefits typically only available to large fleets.  In today’s episode, HandledNow’s Chelsea Faulkner sp...