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Nominations are now open for the 2026 TCA Professional Drivers of the Year awards. Five truck drivers will each receive a 20,000 dollar cash prize and national recognition. Learn how to qualify and get nominated before the December 5 deadline.

October 22, 2025

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Big Money and Big Recognition: TCA Opens Nominations for 2026 Drivers of the Year

If you’ve been putting in the miles, keeping it safe, and setting the bar high in this industry, now’s the time to get your ...

Relocating for a truck driving job can open doors to higher pay and better routes, but it comes with costs beyond moving, including housing, travel, and administrative fees. Many trucking companies offer relocation bonuses, reimbursements, and state incentives to help offset these expenses. Knowing what to expect and how to leverage these benefits can make your move a smart financial decision.

October 15, 2025

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The Hidden Costs and Benefits of Relocating for a Truck Driving Job

Relocating for a trucking job can open doors to higher pay and better routes, but it also involves expenses beyond the obvious. Many drivers ...

September 17, 2025

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Truck Drivers Weigh In on What’s More Satisfying: Beating Traffic vs Nailing a Backing Maneuver

Every truck driver has those moments that stick with them, the ones that make the long days and tough roads worth it. We recently ...

September 15, 2025

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Perry Carter, TCA Professional Driver of the Year: ‘If you’re not learning something every day, there’s something wrong’

A native of Marion, North Carolina, Perry Carter is quickly cementing his legacy as a driving force on the road as well as in ...

National Carriers Inc. celebrates its October and November Drivers of the Month, honoring Porfirio Martinez and Jason White for their exceptional contributions.

January 2, 2025

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NCI Celebrates Top Drivers for October and November

National Carriers Inc. (NCI) has announced its Drivers of the Month for October and November, recognizing Porfirio Martinez from Garden City, Kansas, and Jason ...

Meet the exceptional finalists for the 2024 ATA National Driver of the Year Award. Recognizing outstanding achievements in safety and professionalism

December 31, 2024

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Meet the Finalists for the 2024 ATA National Driver of the Year Award

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has officially revealed the five exceptional finalists for the 2024 National Driver of the Year Award. Sponsored by DMC ...

Jennifer and Shane Best, winners of the Peterbilt 389x truck, which raised 1.5 million at an auction for charity.

October 21, 2024

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Peterbilt 389X Auction Raises $1.5 Million for Charity and Finds a New Home with Shane Best Trucking

The conclusion of an era came with the auction of the final Peterbilt 389 model, the 2025 Peterbilt 389X. This powerhouse features a 605-horsepower ...

Image of Dee Sova, a Prime Inc. driver, was honored with the John Lex Premier Achievement Award for empowering women in trucking.

October 21, 2024

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Prime Inc. Driver Dee Sova Recognized for Empowering Women in Trucking

Dee Sova’s Impact on the Trucking Industry In October 2024, Dee Sova, a driver with Prime Inc., was honored by the American Trucking Associations’ ...

January 18, 2024

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TCA’s Highway Angel of 2023

TCA’s Highway Angel program was established in 1997 to recognize “exemplary courtesy and courage” shown by North America truck drivers. They’ve selected the 2023 ...