The Knight Life: Episode 4 | CEO On The Road

Dave Jackson, President and CEO of Knight Transportation gets in the truck with Veteran Driving Associate and Million Miler Allen Reeder.
Allen shows Dave the ins and outs of trucking as they both have in depth conversations about hot topics most drivers are concerned about. How does Dave do, standing over 6 feet tall, at sleeping in the truck. Watch this episode of Knight Live to find out.
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[@markp.7165]

In the beginning when there was a issue with the trailer paperwork wonder how long that would have taken for the driver to resolve without the CEO at hand. Not sure it would have taken longer but I would bet it would. Would have been much more interesting had they matched him with a driver that was not as necktie friendly. Now that would be great!!

[@Layitdwn]

Knight Transportation I wonder how y'all gone treat me when I come in September

[@KnightTransportation1]

We look forward to seeing you in September. Are you currently in school?

[@Layitdwn]

Knight Transportation I start August 14 and finish September 8 I talk to bo out of olive branch and my dad used to work at night

[@Layitdwn]

Knight Transportation I start August 14 and finish September 8 I talk to bo out of olive branch and my dad used to work at night

[@cnt2c56]

"Curse the darkness, or light a candle," I like that…

[@babayega_]

CNT 2C56 I thought that was a great quote also. I actually rewound the video to go back and hear it again. Very cool message in that quote.

[@TheReedPark]

I need to start lighting more candles. Cursing hasnt worked any.

[@SaltyDawg-wu5kr]

BEING A PILOT I GIVE YOU DRIVERS A LOT OF CREDIT. FOR MAN HANDLING YOUR RIGS ACROSS OUR COUNTRY. AMERICA ROLLS ON BIG RIGS.I WISH ALL OF YOU SAFE TRIPS. MAY YOU ALWAYS HAVE A TAIL WIND AND BLUE SKIES. 👍🇺🇸

[@nwscrew63]

Mad respect for a CEO that can get dirty with his employees. Team work at it's best!

[@KnightTransportation1]

I agree. Dave Jackson is a great guy.

[@DavidLinn]

@@KnightTransportation1 yea, good job guys. i respect a CEO who's willing to get his hands dirty with the lower workers.

[@mfarrachi]

I wouldn’t call being in a truck for 2 days getting your hands dirty.

[@michaelmedina8304]

Easy to play trucker for a day

[@ronbutcher9412]

After seeing two episodes of this series, I have a profound respect for long haul drivers.

[@jessegago7163]

Allen Reeder is my instructor at Knight Transportation. Great guy and a consummate professional. I couldn't have asked for a better instructor. Thank you Allen.

[@ellenal]

I love what Allen said "you can curse the darkness or light a candle" - what a great philosophy!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Allen is incredibly wise. We are grateful to have him on our team. Thank you for watching

[@aday4161]

That's an old jewish proverb.

[@SumguyinTX]

Good stuff, I have been a driver a dispatcher a regional dispatch manager and am now a terminal manger for an industrial gases company. The most important thing we as managers can do is connect with the drivers. They need to know we care about them and understand the sacrifices they make daily to provide for their families. I hope that this is still your corporate philosophy, keep those fine ladies and gentlemen rolling down the road safely.

[@trwhite1266]

I'm not a driver, but I've recently grown interested in the field (there's been drivers throughout my family, and I recently lost an uncle that drove his entire life OTR), and I really appreciate how the issue with the trailer registration wasn't glossed over. It wasn't ignored, and it took very little time to actually rectify. Very impressive.

[@locsipocsi1]

Dave I'm 24 years old and was born 6 months before my father decided to become a truck driver. I grew up for the first 10 years not seeing my father for 1 or 2 months and seeing him for a day or 2 and then back again to 1 or 2 months.then when i was 10 my father became an Owner Op and then the finances become nicer but harder at the same time. the point of my speech is that i have missed a lot of time with my father and it is very hard now that I am older and i see the Dangers of the road I can only say one thing. I pray that every night my father stops at a truck stop and is able to sleep. I am glad that your trip was very nice with Allen but not everyday is so tame and nice.

[@stevegrandy3426]

I have spent 24 years behind the wheel here in Canada ( Ontario ) and I must say that there is a divide between company and brokers and until that divide is removed and all are treated equally there won't be kindness .

[@Michael-gi3dk]

As a driver myself, I honestly enjoyed this video. What I believe stood out and I agree with is an attitude of professionalism

[@davidcox8943]

Allan raises a valid point, even over here in Australia, how can we be veiwed as professionals drivers when we cannot even speak to one and other in a professional manner on the CB without the profaities and abuse.

[@Mike-01234]

Do truck drivers still use CB's the people I know who drive trucks use cell phones and head set now.

[@fastjoecorrigan7426]

Ungodly people speaking ungodly things... Repent and trust in Jesus amen..

[@grejsancoprative]

Oh no; bad words... Grow a spine or get out.

[@tkx86]

I work for post in Sydney Transport. I still wonder why they do not outfit our trucks with CB radios. I got my own short range I have written off on tax which helps me out but F me some of the crap that goes on... R2 channel is filled with absolute children polluting the airways with absolute garbage.

[@vincentzepedajr.4419]

thanks for taking the time to do a ride along Mr Jackson , i wish all DM and all of our Knight family non driver associates can eventually get to do like wise,much respect to our CEO

[@Michael-gi3dk]

As a driver myself, I honestly enjoyed this video. What I believe stood out and I agree with is professionalism,. Definitely something to work on an aspire to. Good Job Knight

[@shawnpa]

It's encouraging to see a CEO went this far to learn what drivers do and what it's like to live in a truck.

[@jamespalmer4945]

It just baffles the mind all these management members reached their position in the company without ever being a driver. My god it’s a trucking company

[@KnightTransportation1]

Why does that baffle you?

[@jamespalmer4945]

Knight Transportation ! I guess Cuase that’s how it was done in the old days. Company’s would premote within its own. Meaning the driver would get the first opportunity at a Dispach job . Kinda like paying your dues so to say

[@loadedtrucker447]

Knight Transportation huh....no reply Knight??

[@michaeltemmen1223]

It should be baffle any trucking company that would put people that high up with no experience in the field to which they’re going to run/manage/operate.

[@andrewbencomo765]

That’s majorly of all transportation companies. They hire college grads who manage the bottom line, they don’t get payed to drive nor do they even want too. Ex military with logistic supply training get the management jobs. They don’t want a drivers mentality in management because they would advocate too much for the driver!

[@chilidog1]

This was absolutely Fantabulous!!! Good on you Dave Jackson for getting out there with a driver and seeing a little of how it goes. To all the negative responders.... calm down. Dave didn't HAVE to do this, especially in his position, but he did, and that is the important part. How many out there can say they have had this pleasure? I think this was pretty awesome, and this here for me personally is the part of my reasons for wanting to join the Knight family. I'm truly hoping to make this a reality come April 2020 after I get everything in order with my current job, and at home. Kudos to you also Allen Reeder for being a pretty awesome Professional Truck Driver and Thank you for keeping America moving. Thanks to ALL Truckers out there for all you do. God Bless.

[@mcjoedobird]

I've been a driver and a manager and I really appreciate your video. All companies should make as many employees as they can ride with the drivers day or night. It changes the drivers and managers forever. Thanks Knight.

[@KnightTransportation1]

We couldn't agree more! Have a great day Joe

[@jessestornetta939]

Thank you Dave Jackson for riding with a driver. What an eye opener to see life as a Knight Driver. I hope this video brings understanding, happiness, and appreciation to all. Knight Transportation.

[@robertluebke1632]

Management 101 - Treat your employees well and they will in turn treat your customers well, this is how we grow business. It is very heartening to see upper management take the time to genuinely engage an employee on his level. Thank you for an excellent video.

[@RecordTrance]

too bad driver managers dont think the same. Many new drivers will figure that out eventually.

[@MrPjcrews]

The next time Dave hits the road, it should be in the winter and for 30 days straight during the holidays and experience the mandatory shutdowns, 34 hour resets and low amount of hours available on the clock to continue running. Either way, like that the Big Cheese hit the road to kinda get an idea of what goes on. Loved that the original plans got scrapped. Something that happens all the time.

[@55fiddy5]

Then get off the road? Maybe?

[@hectorvelez7295]

Good morning, truckers...my name is Hector, experienced driver for about 21 years. I posses a valid CDL class A license. Today is my very first day watching one of the best videos that i ever saw in all the years trucking,the quality, the experience and the knowledge of the manager trainers are excelent...i believe with that kind responsability in provide better technics to the drivers to improves the knowledge is incredible and amazing. My respect for their professional team....keep it up guys! Hector Velez

[@hectorvelez7295]

Outstanding Experience!!!!!

[@airforcelogistics3301]

" What you do everyday with a truck safely, there's a very small percentage of people that can do it.." 🤘🏾

[@KnightTransportation1]

Yeah. He is a incredible driver.

[@freds2895]

I just talked to my recruiter and i'm all in! I'm looking forward to my career with Knight!

[@footalee2]

I respect this CEO, viewing from Jamaica..

[@Noname-tl5oe]

I have such a high regard for Knight; applied there at buckeye years ago, but, as a woman, could only lift 80#, so I couldn't pass ur Endurance test. Keep up the great work!!! 💜💜

[@GeoffPeterson33]

I wish every company did this; sending the high-ups to live the everyday life of employees. Great work Knight, you really are a model corporation. BTW Indiana Jack needs a pay increase! lol

[@riverbig4279]

I'm an owner operator but if I wasn't Knight Transportation would be very attractive to me. Great video

[@KnightTransportation1]

Wow, thank you River Big. We appreciate that!

[@i.f.uprising2309]

Great seeing leadership out in the thick of it with their troops. Make America Great Again!!!!

[@i.f.uprising2309]

And, yes, trucking is absolutely a skilled trade. Glad to see these men recognize it as such, and they take pride in what they do and take pride in their appearance. Respect to Knight.

[@vantruongnguyen8126]

qua tuyệt. ước gì được lai xe ben do

[@KnightTransportation1]

We truly want to be the best we can be for all our drivers. Many ride-a-longs take place that are never filmed :)

[@46lfries]

Knight Transportation to the CEO of that company it appears that you all have done a great job Consolidated freightways on the other hand screwed their employees milk down the company what a bunch of crooks low class men

[@bigboi5802]

ass kisser......

[@ericsepp9214]

A good CEO - he has a lot on the plate ensuring the company runs and performs the way it should - he was kind to the drivers and I think wanted to really show that he cared.

[@stacywhite6781]

I'm not a trucker, but I have great respect for the drivers and the industry. These videos are a wonderful small insight into the world. You could truly make a reality show out of these!

[@christophersmithcountrytim7109]

another great video with Knight and a million mile driver vet.respect's from las vegas , nevada.

[@dinoco3527]

That’s cool of him to get more knowledge on trucking than those who sit in a cubicle and have no idea what we’re dealing with daily. I might join knight just cause of this

[@gdub454]

Nice to see a CEO of a trucking company get "out and about" and see what your typical driver deals with on a day in day out basis..kudos to Dave Jackson for doing this..

[@colinsphoneemail]

I start Monday morning.. finished with orientation.. looking forward to driving.. leaving the corporate office world as an IT Director to go see the country.. can't believe how young David Jackson looks. :)

[@ricksrandomrepairsandrevie9611]

Colin Sevier I been thinking of leaving the teaching field to do the same thing......please update how you are getting along.

[@glenwest4159]

What a great informative video. I'm looking forward to many more. Seems Dave Jackson has Alots of respect for his drivers and other employees. This is what a great company is all about. One thing I do find is alot of management of other companies doesn't know what some of the other employees do. I think before you get a Mangerment job you have to work your way up the ladder. You will have more respect for your employees.

[@pinoyimage2882]

This is so positive in terms to their drivers. Speaks a lot and they get to experience and hopefully respect drivers a little more. Way to go Knight if I was just starting; I would definitely consider driving for Knight because of these ride along.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for the positive words. Take care out there.

[@69adrummer]

I love this little series you guys have done. I'd love to see some kid getting mouthy with this guy then be like...oh by the way, I'm the CEO....woah man, sorry bro! haha

[@Velcartransport]

It makes me smile to see such easy going road training with a company executive at that" I'm now considering knight after my schooling is over next month. Great video grandpa

[@icewizzard666]

Wow! Cracking vid, good to see the CEO getting in on the action and not afraid to ask, do or try. This looks a great company that looks after it's people!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you Marc - Dave is great leader for sure. Are you a trucker Marc?

[@icewizzard666]

Knight Transportation Unfortunately not, I’ve had an interest in trucks etc since I was a kid (I’m 43) I’ve always had the thought, I’d never pass the medical, but love seeing this type of video, trucks, shows etc.

[@LAPGOCHINSTRUCTOR]

Why don't you laminate a copy of the trailer files so they won't get damaged

[@b9bot148]

You have to give the CEO respect for taking the time and effort to do a ride along and try and help out when he could. To experience the drivers life.

[@theimortanjuan3780]

So glad I chose knight Transportation just finished up my first year, have no desire to leave.

[@br549lyfld9]

my sis drives been driving 20 years she has problems all the time with getting her pay from her company that's why she quits so much ...do better employers or you will lose great truck drivers ,,,,,love you sis....little dell...

[@j.c.2787]

Is she single?

[@Noble6233]

Always good to see management get to know the backbone and the the little guy at the companies they own or operate.

[@frankirwin2377]

Good job all around from Drivers prospective and from Managements. Innovation makes for a success with a team concept working together. More More. Stay safe Driver.

[@CCRider5312]

When I Trucked for years the going joke on the CB was: QUESTION: Where do you hide your money from a JB Hunt driver? ANSWER: Under a Bar Of Soap. 😂

[@CarlosSisk]

I was flipping through some channels and seen this CEO on a ride in the big truck. AWESOME,AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!! Respect from me!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thanks for watching Carlos. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@wildchild0168]

I have much respect for Knights management after seeing these videos. Refreshing and heart warming!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for the wonderful comment. Glad you enjoy them. I wished we had time to capture all the ride along's.

[@barryslocombe2920]

As a retired trucking insurance adjuster for many years, this is a great video, it reminded me of the TV program Undercover Boss to a degree.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for watching

[@Will-im5gw]

I been watching these videos where the office workers get in the truck, that is so awesome, not seen that anywhere else,

[@stobarttruckerdave]

From a UK class 1 driver this is a breath of fresh air, well done to Knight, they look a great outfit

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you for the nice comment!

[@1986devildog]

Thank you gentlemen. You have my respect!

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you.

[@daviddixon9207]

It is like Undercover Boss!

[@97I30T]

Yes, there are a lot of similarities to Undercover Boss here.

[@jarheadjake503]

I was owner opp and you have to have notarized paper proving you have been trained on braking settings and brake lines. Same as on wheel bearings. Electric light replacement when replacing light attachments. SEMPER FIDELIS

[@ilyaas-mn]

Professional drivers all deserve 1 per mile . This job keeps families apart .

[@sydneywooton4228]

ilyaaz Bilal you are very right

[@ilyaas-mn]

Sydney Wooton Tnx

[@wildernessing8014]

If brokers wouldn't pull "commission" out of load rates. Company's would pay you a dollar easily.

[@robertsilva5041]

I would love to work as a driver for this company. Ive seen many and by far, this company seems to be great to work for.... Well done Knight, well done

[@keith3694]

U r right mr ceo drivers should have to spend a day or two with dispatchers

[@ididit...1695]

AFTER WATCHING THIS I HAVE NOTHING BUT RESPECT FOR KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION DRIVERS OWNERS CEO ETC N MORE """"" I WOULD WORK 4 U ONLY BECAUSE OF THE RESPECT THIS GOES FOR ANYBODY RESPECT GOES LONG WAY ESPECIALLY WHEN U DO WHAT YOUR EMPLOYEES DO... THIS IS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT I WANNA APPLY FOR A CAREER WITH THIS COMPANY I WILL SHOW THE SAME....

[@AndreaLeon1963]

Every week, should pick one the executives and get down to basis, like warehouse jobs, drivers, mechanic and janitorial...If you are not capable of doing these jobs, you shouldn't be CEO or Boss or Manager, because you don't understand your employees, and what the do for the company. Just that simple. Forgot to mention, that week of " aha moment" with the same pay and benefits. I re-assured you, companies will take a second look and will improve tremendously. Good Luck!!

[@amadeuoliveira2889]

Great man the director of your company and exemplars demonstrates to be competent and know the work of transport

[@kbuyer4995]

So much more to trucking than just driving a truck

[@KnightTransportation1]

K buyer - you are so right, it is but a small part of the job.

[@bryantittle5646]

I am currently researching trucking companies with the intent of starting in the business in early 2017. Knight has caught my attention with this series of Knight Life videos and the fact that management is going outside the box to learn about the life blood of the industry.

[@bryantittle5646]

I realize there is a production factor for recruiting purposes but just the fact that the effort and contact is made seems to be ahead of other companies. I have had 40 years in the work force with 30+ of those in one career. I have seen many management styles and this is employee/employer engagement I like to see.

[@scottyweimuller6152]

good luck, its a when pigs fly situation and you have to be really lucky to make it as big as knight

[@SkilledEddie]

Look at other places. I also was set with starting at Knight for awhile but after reading alot online i changed my mind. One thing is they don't have APUs Knight cares more about fancy terminals then taking that money and putting apu's in trucks for driver comfort. Who cares about a fancy terminal that you are rarely at.

[@bryantittle5646]

Skilled Eddie where did you end up going for your start up or where would recommend?

[@SkilledEddie]

Bryan Tittle I didn't start yet but Roehl is the top of my list because they provide cdl training too. Knight used to but now they don't. Maverick is another highly respected starter company.

[@505btp505]

It was nice to meet Dave today at the headquarters.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Dave is a great guy huh? Tall too.

[@lrobie123]

I am not a truck driver but an engineer in the cellular smartphone industry. I have heard a lot of conversation on SiriusXM Channel 110 (Trucking Channel) about the upside and downside of E-Logs, trucking violations, trucking regulations and much more. I also heard about lots of wasted time for truckers waiting to get unloaded or loaded. In this video, the receiving dock did not have a record of the incoming shipment which I can imagine happens more often than it should so the driver and Knight Transportation CEO had to spend time to figuring out at the warehouse site about their load delivery instead of simply electronically being informed which dock they were to be unloading at when they arrived. There are a lot of proprietary hardware devices in the truck related to the truck safety, federal/state regulations for tracking truck/trailer/driver safety. In my opinion, the next step for the trucking industry is to have an electronic delivery information interface to the warehouses where they are picking up their loads or unloading their loads. What are thoughts about this? Newer versions of Dell computers can run Android applications so applications that can run on smartphones could very well be developed on Dell Computers with a regular keyboard.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Many companies are working on platforms like this actually. It is a matter of picking the winning platform and getting everyone on board with integration.

[@khaliifr3696]

Watched few KZbin videos from this company and as I’m working on getting my CDL, this made me interested in this company.

[@nowlovelifeinc]

I'm glad the ride went as normal. Issues as normally arising . luckily its not winter right.

[@EzzeKez]

It is very rare to find a boss as such..Humble to the bone.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Indeed. He is about as awesome as they come

[@aarromortiz2810]

Knight Transportation Aarron Ortiz is comming back can’t wait t be a knight again I missed it !! Can’t wait to be back Monday !!

[@yvonnejames6698]

I enjoyed watching.

[@46lfries]

I watched the couple of these videos this is a very fine trucking company good drivers good equipment and good managers

[@rickolson6826]

I really like what you guy do there at Knight. I test for my CDL Friday. Once I get my 1st year of OTR experience I'd love to have a cup of coffee with you folks. Keep up the good work and say hi to Indiana Jack for me.

[@rimonshamon8607]

I worked to knight and very nice company maybe someday I will go back to it. Respect 😁

[@KnightTransportation1]

Give a call when you are ready. Have a great day Rimon

[@williamhunt8313]

I'm impressed!

[@markfrancis8844]

respect for knight. i almost drove for them on several occasions but their pay simply wasnt up to par with my record but every REAL driver knows which companies are good and which arent. if, for whatever reason, i couldnt drive for the more elite companies, i would've driven for Knight

[@KnightTransportation1]

If you get that straigtened out we would love a chance to get to know you and your family :)

[@sydneywooton4228]

mark francis thier pay is garbage

[@Theuf28]

I would like to work for that guy, seems pretty down to earth with the people working for him :)

[@KnightTransportation1]

He is indeed. Where are you working now?

[@kevinkevin6806]

Well done video and glad to see knight trying

[@RutMoe]

Awesome video. Keep up all the great work knight transportation.👍👍👍👍

[@KnightTransportation1]

Will do Rut thank you for watching!

[@abmbarry]

The CEO used the term "Family" To describe this wonderful culture clearly borne out of sound leadership and a very ethical and experienced group of professional family members. In describing the organisation, .. I would use: "CEO and out to the members" Not CEO and below. ...... Knight Transportation predictably will continue to grow and enjoy the fruits of their labor. ...... Congratulations from Australia.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Barry - Thank you for watching and taking the time to write to us. We are grateful for all our hard working family members.

[@raypride6032]

Drove for Knight awhile back. , like the company, people were friendly, would definitely drive for them again.

[@raypride6032]

I've never driven for Knight transportation...I think I've been hacked

[@richardmassey2699]

Keep on Trucking 🚚🚚🚚

[@localrider4857]

I've always wanted to be a truck driver, iam from India, can you help me please...nice video loved it.. it's good to experience what is really happening with the driver's on road, than to simply listen to what they say, cause seeing is believing..

[@johnross1947]

Waaaaz up, cheese! Your famous now brother.

[@ralphkrahn7440]

Good show from 🇨🇦

[@G13MomCat]

+Dave Jackson ... you should stop BY here and see the comments. I've got a few, all positive. You don't need a 'channel' to stop by and check things out. Seems like you did well. Kudos, brother trucker~!!

[@KnightTransportation1]

We do read and respond to messages :) Thank you for watching

[@weareadrian]

It’s crazy how people’s attitudes change once the boss is around.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Who's attitude changed? I know both of these men personally and both were genuine to who they are in this video.

[@lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071]

Excellent one other thing I noticed in a lot of those videos of truckers is do we know where which truck is at the time too? I mean driving for the same Company shouldn't we also have some sort of a CORP safety agreement so when we part at truck stops we park next to each other to enhance security ? I think thinking BIG should include also BIG TEAM work. Also Vet's should have a label on their trucks or years of driving for this Company should be on the Truck marked so a rookie could walk over and ask for help knowing the other trucker has X amount of year on the belt already. This would strengthen TEAMS too.

[@KnightTransportation1]

Being able to park next to one another at locations other than company terminals is not always possible. Those place are open to the public and anyone can choice to park where they like. You will see tho that if it is optional in many cases out driving associates and other companies tend to park near one another naturally. As for the stickers who do have stickers for our retired military driving associates. As well as years of service! All great ideas ! Appreciate you taking the time to reach out. We look forward to hearing from you again.

[@lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071]

Knight Transportation the trucking Company Maverick for example has the sticker for Veterans, UPS-SCS has that and for years and some even award truckers for accident free 10plus years and such. If I would be a rookie at your Company and I have loading issues for example at a dock I now would be able to ask an experienced driver just by looking at his cab I know how many years he’s working here. 2nd Leadership at them stations should teach teamwork because sometimes a new guy going to a terminal or customer has no idea but can ask an other team member who’s been there before or like a company trucker guide what to do at what customer and which gas/ rest station or preferred routes to take. That helps truckers a ton and cost a company only pennies.

[@samaracade352]

This video made me want to be a driver for Knight some day!

[@KnightTransportation1]

That is great! When you're ready we will be here waiting for you.

[@georgesmart239]

Add up what you made for the day and then divide it for an hourly rate. Most of the time you make the same or more working at WalMart and you go home every night. Pay for truck drivers should be no less than $20 hour. You have to really enjoy traveling and have the mental ability to stay away from home for long periods.

[@thrawn-ys9hf]

Damn working at walmart is the good life if they make more then me at .62/cpm which is $24.80 per hour on a 70 hr work week.

[@charterphotographer]

Loved the video, but I think I've never laughed so hard. first I heard the CEO, sounds like a nice guy, say as he's watching you face time with your grand kids, "isn't it nice that modern technology allow you to stay in touch with family while away from them on the road.", then the pro says "Yeah, it really is. " but what I heard in my mind was. "isn't it nice that when you're gone so much, you never see your kids, but at least you can face time with them." Then what made me laugh hysterically is when the CEO said something like. "Isn't it nice to be able to look out and see the wonderful country we life in, I mean, what a beautiful view!". and the pro driver said something like. "Yeah, it's very theaaputic when I think about my second divorce." as if to say, living on the road away from home will cause you to loose not one but two wives. sorry, I drove back in the day before we even had cell phones and GPS's, and I'm sure it cost me my first marriage. so I guess my mind put that all together... great video. really. *smile*

[@jimsmith8628]

If my calculations are right, Million only drove about 300 miles each day for 2 days. Is that by choice, or is it that hard to get miles? I know that he said that he is semi retired, two weeks on two off. But those two on, wouldn't he want more miles. And, the unloading and loading in LA, was about three hours. That along with the 30 break cut into his 11 hours driving, by at least 30 minutes. Is this common?

[@ScotWalt858]

Very enjoyable video!! Well done. Thank you!

[@4Score747]

That is hilarious! Ran over an Alligator in Los Angeles! Oh, that made my night! My boyfriend hit one some where years ago that same thing happened to him too. How did such a young guy get to be C.E.O.? Good for you! I really enjoy these video’s.

[@josephgreco1373]

It was interesting to see how other companies work. I've been driving food-grade tankers for the last 9 years and I suggested that our people from the office come out on the road to see "just what truckin is like". But no they want to be behind their desks.

[@KnightTransportation1]

I think they would find tons of value in coming out on the road with their drivers. Their takeaways would help improve the company.

[@josephgreco1373]

I tried to tell them that when I was working in the office in 2011 when I was on "light-duty" after a fall off the top of a tanker. I loved talking to our other drivers on the phone. Helping them with issues I had.

[@sylliboiswag5349]

I only watched the first 10 minutes and could tell that that guy doesn't pre-trip his truck everyday lol. If he did it would have been a habit by now to turn the lights on right away so you don't have to go back in the truck and do it and if you did it every day your body would be so used to it that you wouldn't break a sweat even in Arizona

[@timlapierre3088]

This is to the CEO of knight trucking I saw the KZbin with you and a driver the way to insure your truck and trailers are safe to run over the road is to have a dedicated knight shop and make it mandatory that each truck and trailer that come off the HWY MUST GO THROUGH SHOP FOR QUICK INSPEC.YOUR MAINTENANCE BILL WOULD BE WELL SPENT

[@larrywiggins672]

I think to inspect a trailer you need to hookup air and electric to check anything on a trailer and watching some of these guys they would need 5 to 10 years to figure it out..

[@karlwooduk]

nice to watch,, i wish all CEO'S etc was the same and driver too,, awesome

[@KnightTransportation1]

Thank you Karl.

[@timothytaylor8321]

Yeah,Melissa is awesome,I never had a sleep apnea test would I need to pay a fee on this,it's part of dqp,it's not high lighted for me but it's part of what to expect column