The Real Deal: How Sir Savill's Ideal Rubs came from the world of Trucking Competitions

The Real Deal: How Sir Savill's Ideal Rubs came from the world of Trucking Competitions

From The Jungle Jim's Podcast by WJJI Studio

January 14, 2026 · 37 min

About this episode

Paul Savill shares his experiences from trucking competitions and how they influenced his spice brand.

We're joined HOT by Paul Savill of Sir Savill's Ideal Rubs. Paul tells us some wild stories about the world of trucking competitions and America's Road Teams and how the practices and qualities he earned there helped him create a brand of excellent, homemade rubs and spices. In his own words, "I'm a five-time Ohio State Truck Driving Champion, and I once placed 5th at the National Truck Driving Championships. One of my greatest honors was being selected for the America's Road Team, a national safety and outreach program led by the American Trucking Associations. As a Road Team Captain, I was called on about once a month to travel the country—sometimes flying to events, other times driving one of the program's dedicated trucks. At each stop, we taught the Share the Road program, helping new drivers and the public understand blind spots and truck safety. But those events weren't just about education—they were about connecting over food, stories, and the flavors of America. From school events in Montana to outreach in Boston, I've tasted the country—one plate at a time." I want to go to one of these trucking competitions!

People in this episode

Guest: Paul Savill

Topics covered

  • trucking competitions
  • food
  • safety education
  • homemade rubs
  • American culture

Keywords

  • trucking
  • competitions
  • rubs
  • spices
  • safety
  • food culture
  • America

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sir Savill's Ideal Rubs, American Trucking Associations

Places: Montana, Boston, Ohio

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