While Bret Woodring from Groendyke Transport was pleasantly surprised to hear his name called as the Tanker Division State Champion at the Oklahoma Truck Driving Championships in June, he was so stunned by the next announcement that a friend had to tell Bret, “It’s you, dude!” In this episode of the podcast, Bret shares the moment he realized that he had earned the Grand Championship for the state of Oklahoma, an honor Bret accomplished in only his second year of competing at the state TDC.

Transport Topics Senior Reporter Eugene Mulero and PodWheels Executive Producer Greg Thompson also talk with Bret about making his first trip to the NTDC, where he will be competing in a Tanker Class that features three past National Grand Champions, including 2024’s defending Grand Champion Jackie Reed from Mississippi. In addition to discussing his rookie trip to the Nationals, Bret shares his approach to daily safety on the road, including discussing a moment a few years ago that continues to inspire every mile he drives.

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