Sense Per Mile

Wild weather, traffic trouble, and regulatory roadblocks are only a few of the trials that can make life on the road difficult. In this episode, we dive into ways carriers can ensure their best drivers don't burn out. Powered by CDLLife & HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsored by Mesilla Valley Transport Guests: - Justin Martin, Social Media Content Creator, Freightwaves - Michael Lombard, Recruiter,...

The trucking industry makes a lot of generalizations about drivers. Often times those generalizations influence crucial decisions. One assumption we see is how drivers use the internet. On this episode, we’ll show you where drivers actually are online and coach you on how to access these mostly untapped markets. Powered by CDLLife & HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsored by Decker Truck Lines Inc. Guests...

You get the approval, you set up travel plans, and yet, the applicant never shows up to orientation. It’s a common issue in driver recruiting. In this episode we ask drivers the reasoning behind no-shows and discuss solutions to help avoid this hurdle in the recruitment process..Powered by CDLLife & HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsored by Mesilla Valley Transportation Guest: Robert Pierson, Vice Presid...

ver wonder why drivers go radio silent despite job opportunities flooding their feeds? We’re asking tough questions to both seasoned truckers and industry experts to find solutions. But that’s not all – we also discuss a four-wheeler who doesn’t know the meaning of “yield,” a Canadian cocaine debacle, and a brief labor union debate. Powered by CDLLife & HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsored by Decker Tr...

In this episode, Charles, Paul, and Josh review some current news stories, giving their opinions about the "takeover" of automated trucks, a distracting radio crash, and an old-school cool viral trucker. Then, they give a sneak peek into the upcoming Turning Point CDLLife Summit. Hear all about the sessions they'll be hosting and stick around until the end for a special registration...

In this episode, the Sense Per Mile guys recaps Charles' day of NASCAR racing against some familiar faces in the industry. Then, a mystery carrier puts their best foot forward to pitch a real driver during the Recruiting Game. Watch until the end to find out their identity and see how they rank in the eyes of the driver.

In this episode, emotions run high as Paul, Charles, and Josh deep dive into the heated topic of speed governors. They discuss the various perspectives across the industry and how speed limiters really impact drivers. Tune in to hear their opinions and to gain a deeper understanding of the complex factors at play.

In this episode, the Sense Per Mile guys delve into the dicey topic of falsified logs, catch up with veteran driver Michael Lombard, and put another recruiter to the test.

In this episode of Sense Per Mile, Paul, Josh, and Charles are back at it, digging deeper into the Tenstreet User Conference. They chat with marketing agencies and another Tenstreet employee to give you an inside look into the recruiting process that drivers usually don’t see.

On this episode of Sense Per Mile, Paul, Josh, and Charles go to Las Vegas to investigate the Tenstreet User Conference. They sit down with recruiting directors and Tenstreet themselves to take you on a deep dive into the backend of recruiting that drivers don’t typically get to see!

The Sense Per Mile crew steps out of the studio to take on the Mid-America Trucking Show in this special episode. Paul, Charles, and Josh sit down to interview professionals from across the industry and even take the podcast to the showroom floor to give you the real MATS experience from their point of view. #Trucking #Midamericatruckingshow2023 #MATS2023

In this exciting episode, Sense Per Mile takes you to the Mid-America Trucking Show, where Charles, Paul, and Josh had the chance to chat with a diverse range of industry professionals. Buckle up and join us as we take a deep dive into the world of trucking in this live-recorded episode from MATS!

Meet the guys behind the mics in this week’s episode of Sense Per Mile. Charles, Paul, and Josh share more about their backstories, first impressions, and time in the trucking industry as they take turns introducing each other. Plus, the trio has some fun throwing around ideas for a trucker dating app during Under the Truck.

Charles, Paul, and Josh react to a disaster caught on dash-cam, debate if trucking is still sexy, and rate another recruiting pitch, all on this week’s episode of Sense Per Mile. They also pay a visit to the wild west as Paul gets thrown “Under the Truck” in the newest segment.

This week, Sense Per Mile host and veteran, Charles Gracey, connects with some of the veterans and partners participating in the upcoming Veterans In Trucking Showcase at the Mid-America Trucking Show. They come together in this episode to announce all the MATS details and dig deep into discussing the collective mission of creating a veteran-ready industry.

In this week’s episode, we debate ELD’s, debrief on some top trucking news, and dive into another Recruiting Game. Paul, Charles, and Josh also announce they’re taking Sense Per Mile on the road and will be podcasting live from the Mid-America Trucking Show in March.

Charles Gracey and Paul Gibson debrief on some hot button topics in trucking news and listen to this week’s mystery carrier pitch during the Recruiting Game. Professional driver, Trevor Barnett, puts this carrier to a timed test and rates their offer live on the show. Let us know if you would take up their offer when Sense Per Mile reveals the secret carrier’s identity at the end.

Sense Per Mile kicks off 2023 with a quick look at what’s down the road for the the industry. Then, Charles Gracey and Paul Gibson challenge Chris Gonzalez, Driver Recruitment Engagement Manager at Clean Harbors, to recruit a driver on-air. Hear Jim Gambrell’s real-time response and critique to the pitch on this week’s episode. Reach us at sensepermile@hotseatservices.com

As the industry prepares to accelerate into 2023, Charles Gracey and Paul Gibson sit down with Timothy Dooner from Freightwaves, WHAT THE TRUCK?, and Michael Vincent, CEO and Founder of The Sustainiacs, to talk about their predictions for the year ahead. Hear their honest review about how the industry handled 2022, and their opinions on the direction we need to go for a stronger 2023.

To prove a point about what it would actually look like if office employees followed Hours of Service rules, our co-host, Paul Gibson, locked himself inside CDLLife’s storage closet for 48 hours.  In this episode, Paul and Charles Gracey break down the experiment and discuss where our industry needs to make changes to improve life behind the wheel.

On this episode, our host, Charles Gracey, sits down with fellow former drivers; Justin Martin, Social Media Manager for FreightWave’s Back The Truck Up, and James Bowen, Writer for FreightWave’s Back The Truck Up, to swap stories from their time spent trucking. From highlights to horrors, they reminisce about their life behind the wheel and how it drove them to where they’re seated today.

Finally back together behind the mic, Paul Gibson and Charles Gracey break down brokerage in this episode of Sense Per Mile. Joined by Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, Former Broker and Founder of FreightCaviar, they go behind the scenes about his experience as a broker and address real questions from today’s drivers straight from the CDLLife App.

Learn how to research, vote, and navigate the political landscape as an OTR driver. On this episode, our host, Paul Gibson sits down with heavy hitters; Josh Mecca, Director of Recruiting at American Central Transport, Desiree Wood, Founder & President of REAL Women in Trucking Organization, and Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at OOIDA to discuss the ins and outs of absentee and ea...

Trucking legends, real-life horror stories, and superstitions: Hear Charles Gracey and Josh Hanes swap stories with Professional Drivers, Brian McGladdery and Gabby Swain, that will send chills down your spine. Are they just tales, or is there truth in the wild and weird encounters drivers have experienced behind the wheel?

Their wheels are turnin', so why are they barely earnin'? Bringing both carrier and driver perspectives to the table, Charles Gracey and Paul Gibson are joined by Professional Driver for RTI, John Douglas, and Industry Relations for Tenstreet, Mike Coble, on this week's episode to try to make sense out of the hot topic of driver's pay.