Driver Stories Archives - Page 14 of 15

June 21, 2023

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From Refugee to Long-Haul Truck Driver: An American Dream Journey

In 2012, Suud Olat arrived in the US from Kenya’s Dadaab refugee camp. With perseverance and dedication, he earned his bachelor’s degree. However, Olat’s ...

June 21, 2023

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Repeat Victory for FedEx Freight Driver at New York Driving Competition

A FedEx Freight driver has secured top honors at the annual Trucking Association of New York’s Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Competition held ...

toddler with teddy bear backpack standing near edge of woods

June 19, 2023

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Driver Saves Toddler Found Wandering Alone

A truck driver is being hailed as a hero after saving the life of a toddler found wandering alone on the streets in just ...

June 16, 2023

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ABF Freight Employee Helps Fellow Trucker after Late-Night Crash

Terry Whittington, an employee of ABF Freight in Fort Smith, Arkansas, has been recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) as a Highway Angel ...

June 15, 2023

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Truck Driver Helping Combat Wildfires and Support Rural Communities

Meet Crystal Rendall, the fearless truck driver who faces treacherous roads and blazing flames head-on. As a driver for KAG Canada, she braves the ...

May 24, 2023

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Arizona Trucker Named Highway Angel After Rescuing Crash Victim

Anthony Robles, a truck driver working for Hickman’s Family Farms, has been recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) as a Highway Angel. Robles’ ...

May 22, 2023

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XPO Driver Shines at Washington Truck Driving Championships

Robert Dean, a skilled XPO driver, won first place at the Washington Truck Driving Championships in his favorite vehicle category of flatbed. This victory ...

May 19, 2023

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Trucker Winner for Life with Oregon Lottery

A trucker from Hubbard, OR won a lifetime of weekly paydays through Oregon Lottery’s Win for Life game. Robin Riedel is a firm believer ...

May 9, 2023

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Going Above and Beyond: A Decade of Honoring Fallen Soldiers

In 2014, Ralph “Rowdy” Butler Jr. made a decision that would forever change his life. He had heard about Wreaths Across America and the ...

May 9, 2023

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Georgia Truck Driver Honored as Highway Angel for Heroic Rescue

Georgia-based truck driver Ebern Wiley is being recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association as a Highway Angel for his quick thinking and heroic efforts ...