Driver Stories
From Office Desk to Truck Cab: Esther Parsons’ Journey as a Professional Driver
In 2017, Esther Parsons made a life-altering decision. After dedicating 15 years to her role as an administrative assistant in the lawn care...
Transport Topics is Calling for Nominations to Celebrate Trucking’s Frontline Heroes
In times of crisis, true heroes often emerge from unexpected places. This year, our nation has faced numerous disasters, from widespread wildfires to...
Texas Truck Driver Roy Chandler Honored as Highway Angel by TCA
Roy Chandler of Rockport, Texas, has been awarded the Truckload Carriers Association’s (TCA) prestigious Highway Angel award. Chandler, a driver for Diamond Transportation...
Melissa Eauclaire: Husband-Wife Team Driver Inspiring Women in Trucking
Melissa Eauclaire loves being a team driver with her husband, relishing the opportunity to travel across the country together. Employed by Boyle Transportation,...
Texas Trucker Reunited with Lost Pet in Purcell, Oklahoma
A heartwarming reunion recently took place at the Purcell Animal Shelter, where a Texas trucker was reunited with his beloved dog after they...
Doyle Archer: A Lifetime on the Road as the World’s Oldest Truck Driver
Doyle Archer, a 90-year-old from Kansas, has been officially recognized as the world's oldest active truck driver by the Guinness Book of World...
The Customized 2012 Kenworth W900 for an NYC Aggregate Hauler
Patrick Tompkins is the proud owner and operator of a 2012 Kenworth W900 and a 2021 Mac Steel Dump Quad. He uses these...
New TCA Highway Angel Named After Truck Driver Renders Life-Saving Aid
An Arizona trucker was recently recognized for his heroic actions at the scene of an accident. The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named...
The Legacy Sam Landrum Has Created in the Driver’s Seat
When Sam Landrum, a Maverick driver, entered the world of trucking he was not motivated by a desire for picturesque landscapes or personal...
Power and Precision: The Story of James Erickson’s Custom 2018 Peterbilt 389
In the realm of heavy-haul trucking, power meets precision, and custom builds are popular among the most dedicated drivers. Meet James Erickson, the...
