HAUL TALK: THE CAT® TRUCK ENGINE PODCAST

Gary Blood and Bob Keene - Cat Truck Engine Team Retirees

In our latest episode of Haul Talk, Kurt and Zach sit down with Caterpillar retirees Gary Blood and Bob Keene. The two spent their decades-long careers with Cat Truck Engines —a team that operated with independence and a rugged, customer-first mentality. Listen in as Bob and Gary share their passion for trucking and reminisce about the good old days with Cat Truck Engines.  https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html [https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html]

Scott Robinson - Owner Operator

Marine veteran and owner-operator Scott Robinson has seen it all during his time driving over three million miles. From a haul through Yellowstone National Park where a bison approached his truck to a load that included props for Jurassic Quest, Scott’s experiences have made him ready for anything. On this episode of Haul Talk, hear how Scott’s emphasis on preventative maintenance, smart business sense, and work/life balance have made him the perfect example for drivers who are new to the game.  https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html [https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html]

Nick and Nicholas Black - Whitemire Trucking and R&T Truck Service

For father and son Nick and Nicholas Black, the diesel mechanic profession is a family affair. Nick went to school to become a diesel mechanic, while Nicholas learned everything from his dad and grandpa. Today, Nick focuses on restoration and custom truck builds at his shop, Whitemire Trucking, and Nicholas loves getting hands-on with repair jobs at his business, R&T Truck Service. In this episode of Haul Talk, you’ll hear about their family legacy and involvement in American Big Rig Racing—a truck racing series powered by Cat engines. https://americanbigrigracing.com/ [https://americanbigrigracing.com/]

Bill Zender - Self Employed Driver

During a career that spans nearly four decades, Washington-based Bill Zender has driven through the worst conditions. From steep inclines to frozen windshield wipers, Bill has navigated the perils of the road with determination instilled in him by his fleet owner dad. In this episode of Haul Talk, Bill shares stories from the road and reminisces about the good old days—when there was no power steering or cell phones, and his community of logging truck drivers felt like family. https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html [https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html]

Jennifer Keffeler - Former On Highway Truck Engine Sales Manager

Ever since she was a child, Jennifer Keffeler has loved the trucking industry. She’s turned that passion into a 29-year career at Caterpillar, where she spent nearly a decade as a sales manager for On Highway Truck Engines. In this episode of Haul Talk, Jennifer sits down with Kurt and Zach to talk about significant shifts in the industry, the importance of truck driving to our American way of life (shout out to the million milers out there!) and why trucking is a great career for young people to consider. https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html [https://www.cat.com/en_US/articles/truck-engine-resource-center/haul-talk-podcast.html]