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Thinking about becoming a truck driver? This complete guide for aspiring student drivers covers CDL training, costs, lifestyle factors, job placement, and how to land entry-level trucking jobs with no experience.

March 4, 2026

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Things to Consider if You Want to Be a Truck Driver: Complete Starter Guide for Aspiring Student Drivers

Interested in launching a truck driving career from scratch? Countless student drivers make it happen every year with smart planning and the right resources. ...

Truck driver wellness programs help improve health, boost productivity, support DOT physical success, and promote long-term career sustainability through practical on-the-road fitness and nutrition strategies.

February 9, 2026

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How Truck Drivers Improve Health and Productivity Through Wellness Programs

Wellness programs built for truck drivers focus on practical fitness, nutrition, and support that fit the demands of life on the road. These initiatives ...

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 ...

Truck driver retention varies by region, with home time, pay consistency, and respect for longer tenures. See how Midwest, South, Northeast, and West fleets compare.

February 5, 2026

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Why Truck Drivers Stay Longer with Some Fleets and How It Varies by Region

Truck drivers who stick around longer with their fleets often point to better home time, reliable schedules, and feeling respected on the job. Recent ...

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 ...

February 4, 2026

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Tory McQueen Becomes First Recipient of New TCA On-Demand Education Honor

The Truckload Carriers Association, in partnership with PCS Software, has named Tory McQueen, HR and compliance manager for Parish Transport, as the inaugural recipient ...

dvantage Truck Group has announced the eight recipients of its 2025 Pete DePina Legacy Award, honoring employees across its Northeast dealerships for integrity, leadership, and service that positively impacts customers and coworkers.

January 27, 2026

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Advantage Truck Group Names Eight Winners of the 2025 Pete DePina Legacy Award

Advantage Truck Group has announced the recipients of its 2025 Pete DePina Legacy Award, recognizing eight employees across its dealership locations in Massachusetts, New ...

Truck drivers across the country share the changes they want to see in 2026, from better pay and more parking to stronger training standards, fair scheduling, and greater respect across the industry.

January 15, 2026

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Truck Drivers Sound Off on the Changes They Want to See in 2026

Truck drivers know better than anyone what needs to change in this industry. To start 2026, Truck Drivers USA asked drivers a simple question: ...

OOIDA reminds members to share the Mary Johnston Scholarship Fund with their children and dependents, offering renewable awards to support college and trade school education.

January 9, 2026

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OOIDA Reminds Members to Share Mary Johnston Scholarship Opportunity With Their Families

The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association is reminding members to pass along an important opportunity to the next generation. OOIDA is encouraging members to ...