What’s better than landing on the Top 20 list in the Best Fleets program? What about doing it 7 times in a row?! Using a dizzying array of driver supports and programs, American Central Transport has got an enviable recipe for success. In this episode, Phil Wilt, Elisha Grayson, and Brian Mathews join us to to talk about all the planning, hard work and accountability that goes into making ACT a Best Fleet to Drive For.

What better way to celebrate their third year in the Best Fleets Top 20 than to be named Overall Winner in the Small Carrier Category? K&J Trucking hit it out of the park this year by focusing on giving their owner-ops the support they need to be successful — and that effort has paid off for everyone. In this episode of the Best Fleets podcast, Shelley Koch and Carrie Anderson sit down to talk about the company, their approach to doing business and their commitment to their people.

A Roadmap for Success: Landing on the Top 20 list for the second year in a row, Brenny Specialized, Inc. has definitely figured out what their roadmap for success looks like. In this episode of the Best Fleets podcast Rick Duchalski is joined by Joyce Sauer-Brenny and Bonnie Supan as they discuss being there for their drivers as people, being accountable, and being tough enough for trucking.

How does Challenger keep delivering results in the Best Fleets program (and to their customers)? By giving their people the room and support they need to help shape the culture of the company - and the results speak for themselves. This episode unpacks a whole range of approaches that Challenger uses to keep their people engaged and the company ahead of the pack.

As the winners of the inaugural Stratosphere award in the Best Fleets to Drive For competition, Garner Trucking has consistently found a way to keep upping their game. Joined by Sherry Garner Brumbaugh and Tim Chrulski of Garner Trucking, Rick Duchalski dug into the details of where Garner has come from, where they’re going, and how they’ve managed to stay anchored in their values while still adapting with changing times.

Small fleets are only limited by their ideas. At Crawford Trucking, CFO Abby Ryan and CEO Gregg Ryan have limitless ideas and passion for making trucking great for every one of their drivers. From planning for disasters to selecting new tech, from coaching to retention programs, they have succeeded in making life better for their drivers - and earned their place in the 2024 Best Fleets in Drive For!

Just like the Best Fleets program does, there are three companies that have prioritized improving the driving experience for all drivers. In this episode we talk to EpicVue, TruckRight, and Netradyne about how they help drivers and why they sponsor the Best Fleets program.

The Best Fleets Podcast is back with another season! As in past years, we're kicking off with the interviewer roundup, hearing from internal staff about what stuck out, and what surprised them most during this year's program. If you participated this year, or if you're thinking of participating in the future, you won't want to miss it!