diff --git a/.travis.yml b/.travis.yml
index 9056aad58..0bc7336d7 100644
--- a/.travis.yml
+++ b/.travis.yml
@@ -1,5 +1,8 @@
 language: java
-sudo: true
+# To use the more powerful, GCE-powered trusty, which also has a newer JDK!
+# See https://docs.travis-ci.com/user/trusty-ci-environment/
+sudo: required
+dist: trusty
 services:
   - docker
 before_install: