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Registration for MATS 2026 is now open and free through February, giving truck drivers a chance to enter the Share and Win contest for cash prizes, hotel stays, VIP access, and weekly giveaways before the show in Louisville.

December 4, 2025

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Mid America Trucking Show Opens Registration with New Share and Win Giveaway for Drivers

Drivers planning a trip to Louisville this spring can now register for the Mid America Trucking Show. Sign-ups are officially open, and the show ...

Knight-Swift driver Michael Porter delivers the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in a Kenworth T680, completing a 3,700-mile journey with 15 community stops. Discover his experience, challenges, and holiday memories from the road.

December 4, 2025

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Knight Swift Driver Hauls the 2025 U S Capitol Christmas Tree in a Kenworth T680

For most truck drivers, there are loads you never forget. For Michael Porter of Knight Swift Transportation, hauling the 2025 U S Capitol Christmas ...

Nominate outstanding drivers for the Truckload Carriers Association’s 2026 Professional Drivers of the Year award before the December 5 deadline. Learn why nominations matter, what the award recognizes, and how fleets can highlight drivers who show safety, professionalism, and leadership.

December 2, 2025

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Nomination Deadline for TCA’s Driver of the Year Award Coming Up Fast

Truck drivers who go the extra mile don’t always get the spotlight, but the Truckload Carriers Association wants to change that. The nomination window ...

Seven FedEx drivers in Indiana earned the Master Truck Driver certification from the IMTA, a prestigious recognition for safety, professionalism, and dedication in trucking. Only 2% of CDL holders nationwide achieve this milestone.

December 1, 2025

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FedEx Drivers Earn Indiana’s Master Truck Driver Certification

A group of FedEx drivers just hit one of the biggest career milestones a professional driver can reach. Several Indiana-based FedEx drivers were honored ...

Nominate the next generation of trucking leaders for TCA’s Elevate Young Leadership Program. Help young professionals grow through mentorship, networking, and leadership development in the truckload industry. Applications close December 10.

November 25, 2025

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Nominate Up-and-Coming Truckload Leaders for TCA’s Elevate Young Leadership Program

Do you know a young driver or fleet professional who’s ready to take their skills and leadership to the next level? Now is the ...

Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship for the ninth year, honoring children’s tributes to foodservice drivers and highlighting the families behind the nation’s delivery workforce.

November 24, 2025

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Fleet Advantage Spotlights the Kids Who Inspire America’s Drivers

For the ninth year in a row, Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship in Fort Lauderdale. ...

Professional truck drivers recognized as TCA Highway Angels for life-saving actions on the road. Read their stories and nominate a driver at highwayangel.org.

November 21, 2025

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Honoring Highway Angels Who Stepped Up When It Mattered Most

Every driver knows the highway can turn dangerous in an instant. In moments like that, the people behind the wheel often become the first ...

The Florida Trucking Association selects seven top professional drivers for the 2025-2028 Florida Road Team. These drivers serve as industry ambassadors, educating students and communities about truck safety, courtesy, and the trucking profession.

November 20, 2025

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7 Professional Drivers Selected for the 2025 to 2028 Florida Road Team

Florida’s trucking industry just welcomed seven highly respected drivers into the newest class of the Florida Road Team. Every few years, the Florida Trucking ...

Pilot Company names Stacy Batiste the 2025 Road Warrior champion, honoring his 33 years of trucking, 5.1 million accident-free miles, and community impact. Marine veteran Bobby Peeker also receives recognition for his service and contributions.

November 13, 2025

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Pilot Names 2025 Road Warrior Champions

Truck drivers know that life on the road isn’t easy, and Pilot has once again recognized the dedication, skill, and heart of professional drivers ...

Antoine Sadler of Walmart Transportation and the Trucking Association of New York received the 2025 Mike Russell Trucking Image Award from the ATA for safety, professionalism, and community impact.

October 31, 2025

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Walmart Driver and Trucking Association of New York Honored for Promoting Trucking Excellence

Truck drivers know how much effort it takes to maintain a safe, professional reputation on the road. The American Trucking Associations recognized those efforts ...