HDJ Resource Guide
Featured YouTube Creators for
Diesel & Fleet Professionals
Last Updated: February 2026
The best diesel technicians, fleet managers, and trucking professionals never stop learning. Heavy Duty Journal has curated five standout YouTube creators whose channels collectively represent over 220 million views of industry-specific content.
From trucking market intelligence to heavy equipment diagnostics, shop culture to entrepreneurship, and independent tool testing — these creators deliver authentic, actionable content that serves our community.
220M+
Combined Views
5
Curated Channels
100%
Industry Focused
Truck Driver Lifestyle & Market Intelligence
Over the Road (ATS)
3.5M+
VIEWS
Over the Road, produced by Anderson Trucking Service (ATS), serves as a trusted companion for drivers navigating the industry. The channel blends practical driving tips with timely market updates, regulatory news, and lifestyle content that acknowledges the unique challenges of life on the road. Their market intelligence helps drivers and fleet managers stay informed about freight trends and rate fluctuations.
Best For: Professional drivers seeking industry updates, fleet managers tracking market conditions, and anyone interested in the driver's perspective on trucking industry trends.
Featured Video — 2026 Trucking Market Update
Heavy Equipment Education
Tekamo HD
62.1M+
VIEWS
Tekamo HD has built one of YouTube's most comprehensive libraries for heavy equipment professionals. Their content spans beginner fundamentals to advanced technical procedures, featuring real industry experts sharing trade secrets accumulated over decades. The channel serves everyone from hobbyists maintaining personal equipment to fleet technicians working on million-dollar machines.
Best For: Diesel technicians, heavy equipment operators, and fleet managers seeking in-depth technical education on earthmoving equipment and heavy machinery diagnostics.
Featured Video — 1M+ Views
Technician Tools & Shop Culture
Tool Box Tours
14.2M+
VIEWS
Tool Box Tours has created a unique community space where technicians showcase their most prized possessions: their toolboxes. Beyond the obvious appeal of seeing beautifully organized Snap-on, Matco, and Mac setups, this channel offers genuine insight into how working professionals organize their workspace, which tools they consider essential, and how their collections evolve throughout their careers.
Best For: Technicians at any career stage looking to optimize their tool organization, discover new tools, or simply enjoy seeing how fellow pros set up their boxes.
Featured Video — 350K+ Views
Start Your Diesel Career: Entry-Level to Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic
Transportation & Logistics Entrepreneurship
Truck N' Hustle
15.6M+
VIEWS
Truck N' Hustle has established itself as the premier destination for trucking entrepreneurs. The channel goes beyond basic how-to content, diving deep into the business mechanics of building and scaling transportation companies. From securing authority and landing contracts to managing cash flow and expanding fleets, the content serves owner-operators ready to level up.
Best For: Owner-operators building their business, fleet managers focused on growth strategy, and anyone interested in the business side of transportation and logistics.
Featured Video — 550K+ Views
Independent Tool Testing & Reviews
Torque Test Channel
125M+
VIEWS
557K+
SUBS
Torque Test Channel has earned a reputation as one of YouTube's most trusted independent tool-testing resources. Every tool featured on the channel is purchased — never sponsored or provided free — ensuring completely unbiased results. Their methodical, data-driven approach tests old-school and modern tools on a level playing field, comparing performance in understandable terms that cut through marketing hype. For diesel technicians and fleet maintenance professionals investing in quality tools, this channel is an essential resource before making a purchase decision.
Best For: Diesel technicians evaluating tool purchases, fleet maintenance managers standardizing shop equipment, and any working professional who wants honest, data-backed tool comparisons before spending their hard-earned money.
Featured Video — 580K+ Views
Why Video Learning Matters
The diesel and fleet industry has always been built on mentorship and hands-on learning. YouTube has extended that tradition, making expert knowledge accessible regardless of geography or shop size. A technician in rural Montana can now learn the same diagnostic techniques as someone working in a major fleet's shop.
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