Truck Yoo

Sebastian Brzek

For Truckers, Owner Operators and Trucking Professionals

  1. 4d ago

    From Company Driver to $10K/Week Flatbed Owner Operator. Truck Yoo #110

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness In this episode of Truck Yoo, Sebastian sits down with Elvin Rodriguez to discuss his incredible journey from a company driver to a successful flatbed owner-operator grossing $10,000 a week! Elvin shares the transparent reality of building a trucking business. He breaks down his early days running for Western Express and hauling trash, to taking the leap and buying his first truck (a Freightliner Cascadia) to run Amazon loads. When the freight market dropped, Elvin didn't quit—he pivoted. He explains his transition into the flatbed industry, how he smartly financed his dream truck (a Kenworth W900) using a line of credit, and his disciplined mindset for surviving tough market conditions. If you are a company driver thinking about getting your own authority, or an owner-operator looking for motivation and real-world advice, this episode is packed with value! In this episode, we cover: 0:00 - Intro & Elvin’s start in the trucking industry 1:30 - Transitioning from company driver to Owner-Operator 3:15 - Buying the first truck and learning the load boards 4:30 - Surviving the freight market drop & pivoting to flatbed 6:45 - How Elvin upgraded to a Kenworth W900 using a line of credit 9:15 - Grossing $10K/week and the realities of OTR flatbed 10:30 - Why truck maintenance and financial discipline come first Make sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more real stories and business strategies from the trucking industry! #TruckYoo #OwnerOperator #FlatbedTrucking #KenworthW900 #TruckingBusiness #FreightMarket #TruckingLife

  2. Aug 28

    From Power-Only Scams to $14K Flatbed Weeks | Owner-Operator Story. Truck Yoo #109

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness Meet Dennis, a highly successful owner-operator who recently crushed a $14,000 revenue week in the flatbed market! In this video, we do a full walk around of his immaculate 2019 Peterbilt 579 (Cummins X15) and dive deep into what it really takes to thrive in the trucking business today. Dennis doesn't hold back. He shares his entire journey, from getting duped by power-only scams when he first started, to dialing in his maintenance routine with an OPS oil system and Pittsburgh Power tuning. Whether you are a seasoned gearhead or a complete beginner getting ready to buy your first semi-truck, this interview is packed with actionable advice to help you maximize your revenue and avoid costly downtime. Video Chapters 00:00 - Intro & 2019 Peterbilt 579 Walkaround 00:46 - Hitting $14,000 in Revenue in One Week 01:13 - Under the Hood: Cummins X15 & Engine Specs 01:40 - Saving Money with the OPS Oil System 02:41 - Truck Upgrades & Pittsburgh Power Tuning 03:17 - The Power of Trucking Communities 04:00 - Flatbed Setup & Future APU Plans 04:47 - Power-Only Scams & Doctored Rate Cons 06:05 - The Reality of Wait Times at Receivers 06:55 - How Dennis Maximizes His Fuel Economy (MPG) 07:22 - Tire Choices & Proper Alignment 08:52 - Prepping the Truck for Heavy Haul & Oversize 10:20 - Crucial Advice for Buying Your First Semi-Truck 11:17 - The Business Side: IRP, IFTA, & Avoiding Downtime 12:20 - Why You Need to Network at the Fuel Island 12:58 - Finding a Solid Carrier & Outro

  3. Aug 28

    Young Owner-Operator Reveals the TRUTH About Lease Purchase. Truck Yoo #108

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness Cameron became an owner-operator at just 25 years old—and quickly learned how tough the trucking business can be. From expensive repairs and lease-purchase mistakes to driving a brand-new 2026 Volvo, he shares what went wrong, what he learned, and his advice for anyone thinking about becoming an owner-operator. In this episode: If you’re a truck driver, owner-operator, or entrepreneur building a life around your vision, this is a story you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for more real conversations with successful truck drivers and owner-operators. #Trucking #OwnerOperator #TruckDriver #Peterbilt #TruckingBusiness #ReeferTrucking #Entrepreneurship 📣 Interested in being a guest on TruckYoo? Contact us here: http://truckyoo.com join our free community at skool.com/truckingbusiness 📷Instagram @sebastian.brzek 👉 Website: http://truckyoo.com/​​​​​​​​ #kenworth #trucking #logistics #owneroperator ​​​​​​​​​#truckyoo ​​​​​​​​​ #truckingtips ​​​​​​ #flatbedtruck #truckdriver ​ #volvo #intermodal #owneroperatortips #truckingpodcast #trucking #diesel #eratransport #eratruckservice #trucker #freightliner #peterbilt #kenworth # internationaltrucks #diesel #owneroperator #keepontrucking #semitruck #volvotrucks

  4. Aug 12

    51 Years Behind the Wheel: Why J.R. Diamond Will Never Retire. Truck Yoo #107

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness Meet J.R. “Diamond” Roberts—a veteran truck driver with 51 years behind the wheel and more than two decades as an independent carrier. In this inspiring conversation, Diamond reveals how he started his reefer business with just $3,000, generated $69,000 in his first two months, and built a trucking career around passion, discipline, faith, and strong relationships. He also gives us a tour of his custom-built Peterbilt, explains his “frozen rope” business strategy, and shares hard-earned lessons for drivers who want to become successful owner-operators. In this episode: • Why passion matters more than chasing money • How Diamond built his business from the ground up • The power of relationships in trucking • Why many owner-operators fail • How he earns his money in just three days each week • The risks, sacrifices, and rewards of life on the road • Why he has no plans to retire If you’re a truck driver, owner-operator, or entrepreneur building a life around your vision, this is a story you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for more real conversations with successful truck drivers and owner-operators. #Trucking #OwnerOperator #TruckDriver #Peterbilt #TruckingBusiness #ReeferTrucking #Entrepreneurship 📣 Interested in being a guest on TruckYoo? Contact us here: http://truckyoo.com join our free community at skool.com/truckingbusiness 📷Instagram @sebastian.brzek 👉 Website: http://truckyoo.com/​​​​​​​​ #kenworth #trucking #logistics #owneroperator ​​​​​​​​​#truckyoo ​​​​​​​​​ #truckingtips ​​​​​​ #flatbedtruck #truckdriver ​ #volvo #intermodal #owneroperatortips #truckingpodcast #trucking #diesel #eratransport #eratruckservice #trucker #freightliner #peterbilt #kenworth # internationaltrucks #diesel #owneroperator #keepontrucking #semitruck #volvotrucks

  5. Aug 7 ·  Bonus

    PACCAR Recalls 6,000 Kenworth & Peterbilt Trucks | Trucking News #17

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness This week Sebastian and Dominic discuss the PACCAR recall affecting nearly 6,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, Brake Safety Week, new DEF derate updates, Cummins’ delayed 2027 engine rollout, and practical advice for owner-operators. 📣 Interested in being a guest on TruckYoo? Contact us here: http://truckyoo.com join our free community at skool.com/truckingbusiness 📷Instagram @sebastian.brzek 👉 Website: http://truckyoo.com/​​​​​​​​ #kenworth #trucking #logistics #owneroperator ​​​​​​​​​#truckyoo ​​​​​​​​​ #truckingtips ​​​​​​ #flatbedtruck #truckdriver ​ #volvo #intermodal #owneroperatortips #truckingpodcast #trucking #diesel #eratransport #eratruckservice #trucker #freightliner #peterbilt #kenworth # internationaltrucks #diesel #owneroperator #keepontrucking #semitruck #volvotrucks

  6. Jul 31 ·  Bonus

    Flatbed Load Securement Fails & Trucking Business Q&A. After Hours #16

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness In this episode of Truckee After Hours, Sebastian and Dominic critique real-world flatbed load securement setups and tackle listener questions on owner-operator business strategies, avoiding lease purchase traps, and navigating current flatbed freight rates.cJoin our free 📣 Interested in being a guest on TruckYoo? Contact us here: http://truckyoo.com join our free community at skool.com/truckingbusiness 📷Instagram @sebastian.brzek 👉 Website: http://truckyoo.com/​​​​​​​​ #kenworth #trucking #logistics #owneroperator ​​​​​​​​​#truckyoo ​​​​​​​​​ #truckingtips ​​​​​​ #flatbedtruck #truckdriver ​ #volvo #intermodal #owneroperatortips #truckingpodcast #trucking #diesel #eratransport #eratruckservice #trucker #freightliner #peterbilt #kenworth # internationaltrucks #diesel #owneroperator #keepontrucking #semitruck #volvotrucks

  7. Jul 17 ·  Bonus

    ELD Exemption Update: Glider Kits & Pre-2000 Engines. After Hours #15

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness Did the diesel wars just end? 🚛 In this episode of Truck You After Hours, Sebastian breaks down the massive news shaking up the trucking industry this week. From surprise presidential pardons for diesel tuners to the FMCSA’s latest moves on the ELD mandate, we’re covering what actually matters for owner-operators. Plus: 🛑 6 New Rules Landing in July: What’s happening with broker transparency and automatic braking. 🚨 $359M Cargo Theft Crisis: How scammers are hijacking MC numbers and how to protect yourself. 🛠️ Internet Finds: Is a 2015 Peterbilt 389 with a Cat C15 swap worth $139,000? Drop a comment below: Do you think the Peterbilt is worth the price? Let us know where you're tuning in from! 👇 📣 Interested in being a guest on TruckYoo? Contact us here: http://truckyoo.com join our free community at skool.com/truckingbusiness 📷Instagram @sebastian.brzek 👉 Website: http://truckyoo.com/​​​​​​​​ #kenworth #trucking #logistics #owneroperator ​​​​​​​​​#truckyoo ​​​​​​​​​ #truckingtips ​​​​​​ #flatbedtruck #truckdriver ​ #volvo #intermodal #owneroperatortips #truckingpodcast #trucking #diesel #eratransport #eratruckservice #trucker #freightliner #peterbilt #kenworth # internationaltrucks #diesel #owneroperator #keepontrucking #semitruck #volvotrucks

  8. Jul 15

    Watch This BEFORE You Buy Your First Semi Truck. Truck Yoo Podcast #106

    Join our free community at http://skool.com/truckingbusiness Are you tired of driving a company truck and thinking about becoming an owner-operator? Stop before you make a $100,000 mistake. In this episode of the Truck You Podcast, Sebastian breaks down the exact Owner-Operator Readiness Checklist you need to clear before buying a truck. Wanting freedom is motivation—but being ready is a strict checklist, not a feeling. We dive deep into why most lease-purchase programs are traps, the "magic" cash cushion you must have, and the 5 critical boxes you have to check before you even think about signing your name to a truck title. 👉 Calculate your cost per mile for free: https://profitreg.com 👉 Ready to build your strategy? If you check all 5 boxes, book your free 30-minute strategy call with us inside our Facebook/Skool Group! [Insert Your Group/Booking Link Here]

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For Truckers, Owner Operators and Trucking Professionals

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  • Creator
    Sebastian Brzek
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Sebastian Brzek

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