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Thanksgiving road travel is expected to hit record levels this year, with 73 million Americans driving at least 50 miles. Here is what truck drivers should know about congestion, fuel prices, and the regions expecting the heaviest traffic.

November 21, 2025

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Record Thanksgiving Traffic Expected as 73 Million Hit the Road

If you are planning to run through Thanksgiving week, get ready because the highways are about to feel tight. AAA released its latest holiday ...

Crowley expands its Wreaths Across America involvement with new ocean, trucking, and logistics support, delivering wreaths to veterans’ gravesites across the U.S. Mainland, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands while continuing its long-standing commitment to honoring service members.

November 21, 2025

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Crowley Expands Its Wreaths Across America Mission, Reaching More Veterans Than Ever

For drivers who’ve hauled loads with real purpose, Wreaths Across America is one of those missions that hits different. This year, Crowley is taking ...

State-specific truck parking tips to help drivers stay safe, legal, and well-rested. Guidance for navigating high-demand areas, avoiding fines, and using apps and resources for reliable truck parking across the U.S.

November 20, 2025

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Navigating Truck Parking Challenges: State-Specific Tips for Finding Safe and Legal Spots

Truck parking remains a critical concern for drivers across the country, especially in states with congested highways and busy freight corridors. As infrastructure struggles ...

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 ...

A major recall affecting more than 19,000 Daimler and Wabash trucks and trailers is now in effect. Here’s what truck drivers need to know about the affected models, safety issues, repair timelines, and manufacturer contacts.

November 20, 2025

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Massive Recall Hits More Than 19,000 Daimler and Wabash Trucks and Trailers

If you run Western Star, Freightliner, or stepdeck equipment in your operation, there’s a new recall you’ll want on your radar. The National Highway ...

TravelCenters of America has officially ended its roadside assistance on active roadways after a fatal incident and rising distracted-driving dangers. Here’s what drivers need to know about the shift, the safety concerns behind it, and how move-over laws are changing across the country.

November 20, 2025

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TA Ends Shoulder-Side Roadside Repairs as Distracted Driving Risks Rise

TravelCenters of America has implemented a significant change that impacts drivers who rely on roadside assistance during breakdowns. After a series of close calls ...

A clear overview of the benefits truck drivers can expect when working for major Texas fleets, including competitive pay, strong health coverage, improved scheduling options, career development programs, newer equipment, and added perks that support long-term stability and job satisfaction.

November 19, 2025

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Benefits That Truck Drivers Can Expect in Major Texas Fleets

Texas is home to one of the largest truck driving workforces in the nation, with nearly 200,000 commercial truck drivers playing a critical role ...

Truckers For Troops shows how drivers nationwide support U.S. troops and veterans through care packages and donations. Learn how you can participate and make every dollar count.

November 19, 2025

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Truckers For Troops: Every Dollar Makes a Difference

What began as a simple idea with modest expectations has grown into a nationwide movement where truck drivers step up to support troops and ...

Averitt drivers team up with Chattanooga Bakery to deliver nearly 115,000 MoonPies to military bases through the Patriotic Pies program, supporting troops across the Southeast.

November 19, 2025

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Mission: MoonPie — Averitt and Chattanooga Bakery Fuel Troop Smiles

Averitt drivers know what it means to haul a load that matters, and their latest run with Chattanooga Bakery is another example of trucking ...

A look at the five finalists for the 2025 ATA National Driver of the Year Award, highlighting their decades of safe driving, industry involvement, and the milestones that earned them national recognition.

November 18, 2025

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ATA Names Five Standout Finalists for the 2025 National Driver of the Year Award

Long-haul, regional, and local drivers know what it takes to keep freight moving safely day after day. The American Trucking Associations is giving that ...