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!