In this revealing episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, Jared Flinn welcomes Evan Shelley, CEO and co-founder of Truck Parking Club, to tackle one of the most overlooked yet costly issues facing owner-operators today—truck parking. Shelley explains how the nationwide shortage of safe, convenient parking costs drivers thousands of dollars annually in lost drive time, early shutdowns, and inefficient route planning. With drivers spending an average of 56 minutes per day searching for parking, the lost revenue adds up fast—especially for bulk haulers operating under tight schedules.

Evan discusses how Truck Parking Club has built a two-sided marketplace that connects property owners and truckers through an easy-to-use mobile app, providing access to over 1,400 parking locations across the U.S. From farm lots to commercial yards, the platform is helping solve a critical infrastructure gap in freight logistics. The conversation also highlights the differences in parking needs between veteran drivers and newcomers, how the economics of paid parking are evolving at truck stops, and why real estate owners should consider monetizing unused land.

Whether you’re a carrier looking to maximize drive time or a landowner seeking passive income, this episode offers actionable insight into turning one of trucking’s biggest headaches into a strategic advantage.