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Nominations are now open for the CVSA International Driver Excellence Award, recognizing a commercial driver with at least 25 years of crash-free operation and a commitment to safety.

March 11, 2026

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Nominations Open for 2026 International Driver Excellence Award

The trucking industry is once again preparing to recognize one of its safest and most dedicated professionals. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has officially ...

Travis Richardson of Averitt is named Driver of the Year at the 2026 Pinnacle Awards for excellence in national tour logistics. Peer-recognized within the live production industry.

March 3, 2026

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Averitt’s Travis Richardson Honored as 2026 Pinnacle Driver of the Year

Travis Richardson of Averitt earned the Driver of the Year award at the 2026 Pinnacle Awards, highlighting his exceptional skill and professionalism on national ...

Mack Trucks names Bergey’s Truck Centers its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year, recognizing top performance in sales, service, parts, leasing, and customer satisfaction.

February 16, 2026

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Bergey’s Truck Centers Earns Mack’s 2025 North American Dealer Recognition

Mack Trucks has named Bergey’s Truck Centers of Souderton, Pennsylvania, as its 2025 North American Dealer of the Year. The announcement was made during ...

A Kansas truck driver is recognized as a TCA Highway Angel after helping an injured motorcyclist following a hit and run in Wichita through quick thinking and decisive action.

February 6, 2026

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Truck Driver Recognized as TCA Highway Angel in Kansas

A professional truck driver’s quick decisions and calm response during a dangerous roadside emergency in Kansas have earned national recognition from the Truckload Carriers ...

The Truckload Carriers Association names the 2025 Highway Angels of the Year, honoring three professional truck drivers for life-saving actions, roadside leadership, and courage during real-world emergencies.

February 5, 2026

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TCA Names 2025 Highway Angels of the Year

The Truckload Carriers Association has named three professional drivers as its 2025 Highway Angels of the Year, recognizing actions taken on the road that ...

The Minnesota Trucking Association has named Koch Trucking driver Gary Klingson as its 2025 Driver of the Year, honoring more than 6 million safe driving miles over a 40-year career.

February 3, 2026

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Minnesota Trucking Association Honors Gary Klingson as 2025 Driver of the Year

The Minnesota Trucking Association has named Koch Trucking professional driver Gary Klingson as its 2025 Driver of the Year, recognizing a four-decade career defined ...

The Truckload Carriers Association has announced the 2025 Fleet Safety Award division winners, recognizing carriers with the lowest accident frequency rates across six mileage categories.

January 21, 2026

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TCA Releases Fleet Safety Award Winners Across Six Mileage Divisions

The Truckload Carriers Association has announced the carriers recognized in its 50th annual Fleet Safety Awards, highlighting truckload fleets with the strongest safety performance ...

A Warren Transport truck driver has been recognized with a TCA Highway Angel Award after stopping a vehicle fire in Dallas. Learn how quick action and the right equipment prevented a dangerous situation.

January 8, 2026

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Warren Transport Driver Recognized for Stopping a Car Fire in Dallas

Quick thinking and the right equipment can make all the difference on the road. That reality was on full display when a professional truck ...

The Truckload Carriers Association recognizes four professional drivers as Highway Angels for heroic actions on the road. Their stories highlight courage, quick thinking, and the impact truck drivers have beyond the wheel.

January 5, 2026

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Highway Heroes in Action: TCA Highway Angels Make a Difference on the Road

Acts of courage and compassion often happen quietly on America’s highways. When they do, the Truckload Carriers Association recognizes those moments through its Highway ...

Peterbilt has been named a 2026 Military Friendly Employer, recognizing its commitment to recruiting, developing, and supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and military families.

December 30, 2025

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Peterbilt Earns 2026 Military Friendly Employer Recognition

For veterans and service members transitioning into civilian careers, finding an employer that understands military experience matters. Peterbilt has been recognized as a 2026 ...