More Than Just Trucks

Ray Clark
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Presented by Truck Country and Stoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer, More Than Just Trucks is a podcast for gear heads, truckers, or anyone who wants to learn more about the trucking industry. Come along with me as we dive deeper into what makes this $700 billion industry an essential part of all of our lives.

  1. NOV 17

    More Than Just Trucks: ASE Myths

    In the latest episode of "More Than Just Trucks," Bob Cornwell, of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), and Jay Goninen, of WrenchWay, join the podcast. With our host, Ray Clark, the trio discusses misconceptions about ASE certifications, particularly those in the trucking industry.  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    1h 7m

  2. OCT 20

    Preview: National FFA Convention & Expo preview

    The recruiting team for Truck Country and Stoops’ parent company, McCoy Group, is heading back to the National FFA Convention & Expo, from Oct. 29-31. In the latest episode of “More Than Just Trucks,” Jenny DeArmond, a corporate recruiter for Stoops, joins us to preview the fun our team has planned for convention visitors both at the show site and at the Stoops Training Academy. Look for our team during the convention at the Indiana Convention Center. We’ll be located at Booth# 1906. Stop by our exhibit space for more info about the transportation and heavy-construction equipment industries and for your chance to take home fun prizes.   Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    16 min

  3. MAR 28

    2025 Voice of the Technician Report

    Please join host Ray Clark as he visits Jay Goninen, of WrenchWay, as they discuss their takeaways from the 2025 technician survey report published by WrenchWay. Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    1h 22m

  4. 05/13/2024

    College vs. Tech School

    In this episode, Ray welcomes back technician training program students Diesel and Chris as they compare and contrast the advantages of attending a traditional college compared with a tech school.  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    15 min

  5. 04/09/2024

    Training Knows No Age!

    Two Truck Country technician training program students come from opposite ends of the age spectrum. Diesel, 19, entered the training program fresh after graduating high school. Meanwhile, Chris, 53, took a detour on his way to the program, initially pursuing a career as an airplane pilot and other opportunities before making his way to the Truck Country team.  In this episode, host Ray Clark visits with the men about the similarities — and differences —they learn coming from different age perspectives.  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    27 min

  6. 11/21/2023

    Apprentice, Apprentice!

    Ray, along with his colleague Jolene, celebrated National Apprenticeship Week by welcoming a members of Truck Country's apprenticeship program. Trey H., from our Dubuque dealership, and Cesar H., from our Hampshire location, talk about their experiences as part of the program.  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    24 min

  7. 08/29/2023

    From Far & Wide

    Truck Country's Technical Training Program's newest class members have come from far and wide to join the company. Class members range in age from 18 to 52 and come from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds. The students have done everything from completing maintenance work on U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopters to fixing scuba diving equipment in Guam and flying airplanes. One class member didn't even apply to work for the company but still has found his way to the apprenticeship program.  Get to know our new training group and learn about their early impressions of the program in the latest episode of "More Than Just Trucks."  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    50 min

  8. 06/19/2023

    Get Off Your A$$

    Ray's not pulling any punches! As diesel repair shops struggle to fill technician positions, it is not a good time to take a passive approach when recruiting future staff members, podcast host Ray Clark says.  Ray, joined by guest Jay Goninen, co-founder and president of WrenchWay, puts out a call to shops everywhere to be more proactive in engaging with students enrolled in tech programs but also local high schools and middle schools.  Learn more about Truck Country & Stoops-Freighltiner-Western Star by visiting truckcountry.com. Keep up with Truck Country & Stoops Freightliner-Western Star by checking out our Linktrees. Truck Country — https://linktr.ee/mcg_truckcountry_recruiting Stoops Freightliner-Western Star - https://linktr.ee/Stoopsftl_westernstar

    37 min
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Presented by Truck Country and Stoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer, More Than Just Trucks is a podcast for gear heads, truckers, or anyone who wants to learn more about the trucking industry. Come along with me as we dive deeper into what makes this $700 billion industry an essential part of all of our lives.

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  • Creator
    Ray Clark
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 More Than Just Trucks
  • Show Website
    More Than Just Trucks