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In this inspiring episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, host Jared Flinn sits down with Roger Zima, a trucking legend who's driven over 4 million miles without a single accident. Recently named the 2024 Minnesota Driver of the Year by the Minnesota Trucking Association, Roger shares the wisdom, discipline, and heart behind his 40-year career with Foltz Trucking.
From early gravel hauls to hauling canola and beans across the Midwest, Roger opens up about how he’s stayed safe on the road, what makes Foltz a standout company for drivers, and why patience, prayer, and good people matter. You’ll also hear about the life-changing support he received after a devastating accident, and what makes his trucking family different.
This is a must-watch for anyone in the trucking world who wants to hear from one of the best to ever do it.
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Hosted by
Jared Flinn — Founder, BulkLoads
Twenty years of bulk-freight operating experience. Jared sits down weekly with the carriers, brokers, and shippers who actually move the freight — not the pundits who write about it. New episode every Monday.
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What is "4 Million Miles Accident-Free: Legendary Trucker Roger Zima’s 40-Year Story" about?
In this inspiring episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, host Jared Flinn sits down with Roger Zima, a trucking legend who's driven over 4 million miles without a single accident.
What topics does this episode cover?
This episode covers Roger’s 4 Million Mile Achievement & Driver of the Year Honor, How Roger Got Started in Trucking & Joined Foltz, The Secret to Staying Safe for 40 Years, Why Drivers Stay at Foltz: Loyalty, Family & Culture, and Truck Tech, Comfort Upgrades & Final Reflections. Use the chapter timestamps to jump to any section.
How long is this episode?
This episode runs about 18 min, and was released Jun 13, 2025.
Where can I listen to "4 Million Miles Accident-Free: Legendary Trucker Roger Zima’s 40-Year Story"?
Stream this episode here on bulkloads.com, or find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube — search "4 Million Miles Accident-Free: Legendary Trucker Roger Zima’s 40-Year Story" or the BulkLoads Podcast.
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