Keep Trucking Personal

Keep Trucking Personal

Welcome to Keep Trucking Personal, where we invite you to explore the heart and soul of our family-driven organization: Kivi Bros. Trucking. Through engaging storytelling, insightful market updates, and vibrant energy, our podcast reflects our culture, values, and achievements.. Whether you’re a team member or industry enthusiast, join us to build connections, foster growth, and inspire excellence. Discover why we’re more than just a company - we’re a community, a catalyst for positive change, and a home for those aspiring to be part of something extraordinary. The pre-trip is complete and engines ready, we're set to hit the road on the Keep Trucking Personal podcast. Let's go!

Episodes

May 6, 2025 16 mins
The 2025 CVSA Roadcheck (DOT Blitz) is just one week away! In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi dives deep into the final prep every driver needs to ace inspections from May 13-15. Tyler recaps last week’s pre-trip tips and shifts focus to the critical, and often overlooked, factors that can make or break your inspection. He explains why clean inspections matter for both your career and the company, reviews ...
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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, we are getting ready for one of the biggest events in trucking safety: the 2025 DOT Road Check happening May 13 through 15. Now is the time to focus on making sure we are fully prepared for the upcoming blitz. This year’s focus areas are Hours of Service and Vehicle Safety. In this episode, Tyler Kivi walks you through the small details that make a big difference, what to expe...
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Welcome to Keep Trucking Personal, the official podcast of Kivi Bros. Trucking. In this final episode of our four-part Drive to Thrive wellness series, guest host Kaitlyn Kivi leads a thoughtful and compassionate conversation about one of the most important aspects of life on the road: family and relationship wellness. Trucking isn’t just a job - it’s a lifestyle that comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to stayin...
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In Part 3 of our Drive to Thrive wellness series, host Tyler Kivi takes us on a deep dive into physical wellness and injury prevention - two key factors in building a healthier, longer-lasting career on the road. From stiff backs and poor posture to the importance of staying active and hydrated, Tyler breaks down the real challenges drivers face and offers simple, no-excuses strategies to feel better and stay stronger. Whether it...
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This is Part 2 of the Drive to Thrive wellness series, focused on one of the most important topics for truckers: financial wellness. From managing income variability to building long-term savings, this episode covers real-world strategies to help drivers budget better, save smarter, and roll toward financial success. Tyler kicks things off with a practical Tip of the Week for Kivi Bros. drivers heading to California, Florida, or C...
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Welcome to the first episode of Drive to Thrive, a special four-part wellness series on the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, hosted by Tyler Kivi of Kivi Bros. Trucking. In this kickoff episode, Tyler dives into the often overlooked but critically important topic of mental wellness. Life on the road comes with its own set of challenges - long hours, isolation, unpredictable schedules, and the pressure of being the primary provider. ...
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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, host Tyler Kivi shares the story behind his passion for trucking and how the industry has shaped his life from the very beginning. From his first memory at a truck stop at age four to hauling cross-country by 21, Tyler walks us through a lifetime spent learning, growing, and living the values that define Kivi Bros. Trucking. He reflects on the lessons learned in the shop, the ...
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We're kicking off Year 2 of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast with none other than our CEO, Derek Kivi, joining Tyler Kivi for a deep dive into the unique challenges of trucking in the spring season. As frost laws take effect and the roads soften, we discuss how to navigate unpredictable conditions, avoid getting stuck in soft shoulders, and stay ahead of seasonal obstacles. With construction season ramping up, we also cover the r...
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We’ve officially hit one year of Keep Trucking Personal! In this special 52nd episode, host Tyler Kivi reflects on the challenges, lessons, and incredible support that made this journey possible. Producing a weekly podcast takes dedication, and Tyler credits his wife Caitlin along with the Kivi Bros. Trucking marketing team, and, most importantly, the professional drivers who inspire every episode. Over the past year, we’ve covere...
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In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with Derek Kivi to take a deep dive into the evolution of securing freight in the trucking industry. From the days of green-screen load boards, pay phones, and faxed contracts to today’s digital load tracking, automated negotiations, and fraud prevention tactics, they explore how technology has reshaped the industry. Derek shares stories of the early days, when d...
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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, host Tyler Kivi invites you to explore the transformative power of communication within the trucking industry. Tyler shares how Kivi Bros. Trucking has experienced monumental growth over the past 60 days through a shift to a pod-based operational model, which enhances driver support and refines customer service. By adopting this innovative approach, the company has been able to...
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In this episode with Tyler and Derek Kivi, you'll hear about the SAFE Incentive Program, which emphasizes Safety, Achievement, Fuel, and Efficiency to reward drivers for top-tier performance. Tyler and Derek discuss how this program has motivated drivers to maintain high standards while contributing to the company's ongoing success. They also delve into the crucial role of safety, highlighting the costly realities of even minor tru...
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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal podcast, host Tyler Kivi dives into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the trucking industry. He begins with an optimistic look at the market, highlighting the increasing load volumes, rising driver pay, and the strong potential for 2024 to be a successful year. With growing freight demand and a positive outlook from key industries like oil, Tyler shares why now is...
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In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with John McDermott, a Professional Driver in Kivi Bros. Trucking’s Heavy Haul Division. John shares his journey from working in retail and manufacturing to hauling some of the biggest loads on the road today. His path into trucking wasn’t a traditional one - he didn’t grow up around it or have family in the industry. Instead, a chance conversation with a driver o...
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In this episode, host Tyler Kivi of Kivi Bros. Trucking takes us on a journey to explore the human side of the trucking industry, focusing on the importance of trust, relationships, and execution in creating a sustainable and successful career. Tyler dives into why building meaningful connections with your team, company, and fellow drivers is the foundation of long-term success, and how these relationships can help you navigate the...
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In this episode of the Keep Trucking Personal Podcast, host Tyler Kivi delves into the heart of what makes the trucking industry truly special... relationships. From the bonds that support drivers on the road to the teams working behind the scenes, Tyler emphasizes the importance of meaningful connections in ensuring both personal and professional success. He kicks off with practical tips for winter preparedness, sharing how small...
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In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi is joined by Derek Kivi, CEO of Kivi Bros. Trucking, to kick off the new year with a focus on resilience, growth, and safety. As the team reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead, they discuss how 2025 already feels like a fresh start full of optimism. From extreme winter weather impacting operations across the country to signs of economic recovery in the freight ...
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In this episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi kicks off 2025 with a powerful discussion on two key concepts that can transform not just your year, but your entire approach to life: execution over knowledge and who you follow. Tyler dives into why knowing isn’t enough without action, offering practical advice for breaking goals into 12-week sprints rather than year-long resolutions. Whether it’s improving your pre-trip ...
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In this special Keep Trucking Personal episode, host Tyler Kivi of Kivi Bros. Trucking reflects on the unique time between Christmas and New Year's. It’s a moment to express gratitude for 2024 and look ahead with optimism to 2025. Tyler celebrates the company’s upcoming 30th anniversary of incorporation, sharing stories of Kivi Bros.' rich family trucking tradition dating back to 1947. He recaps a challenging but dynamic 2024 for ...
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In this powerful episode of Keep Trucking Personal, host Tyler Kivi sits down with Keith Rahn, a professional driver at Kivi Bros. Trucking and a passionate advocate for veterans. Keith shares his incredible journey, starting with his time in the Army, transitioning into a career in culinary arts, and ultimately finding his place in the trucking industry. Along the way, he founded Boots to Trucks, an impactful program that has help...
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