Driver Appreciation Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Ahead of Father's Day weekend, Truck Drivers USA asked drivers to share the best lessons their fathers and father figures taught them about hard work, responsibility, and pride in a job well done.

June 17, 2026

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Truck Drivers Share the Best Lessons Their Fathers Taught Them About Hard Work

With Father’s Day weekend approaching, we asked the Truck Drivers USA community a simple question: What’s the best lesson your dad, grandpa, or another ...

FedEx Freight driver Paul Badgett earned Grand Champion honors at the 2026 Nebraska Truck Driving Championships as top competitors secured spots at the National Truck Driving Championships in Pittsburgh.

June 12, 2026

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Paul Badgett Earns Grand Champion Title at Nebraska Truck Driving Championships

Paul Badgett of FedEx Freight captured Grand Champion honors at the 2026 Nebraska Truck Driving Championships, held June 5 and 6 at Fonner Park ...

Truck Drivers USA asked drivers what still has not gotten old about trucking. Here is what drivers across the community had to say.

June 1, 2026

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Truck Drivers USA Drivers Share the Parts of Trucking They Still Love After All These Years

Truck driving changes a person after enough years on the road. Drivers deal with traffic, weather, breakdowns, long days, and missed time at home. ...

Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship for the ninth year, honoring children’s tributes to foodservice drivers and highlighting the families behind the nation’s delivery workforce.

November 24, 2025

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Fleet Advantage Spotlights the Kids Who Inspire America’s Drivers

For the ninth year in a row, Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship in Fort Lauderdale. ...

Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation show how trucking excellence and enjoyment go hand in hand. Discover how their commitment to being the best and having fun keeps drivers motivated, respected, and proud of their work.

November 6, 2025

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How Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation Pursue Excellence and Keep Trucking Fun

At Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation, two values rise above the rest when it comes to defining their success and culture: the ...

September 19, 2025

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Women In Trucking Celebrates Drivers with Special Membership Offer

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is coming to a close, but there’s still time to honor the professionals who keep America moving. Since September ...

September 5, 2025

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CarriersEdge Invites Nominations for 18th Annual Best Fleets to Drive For Program.

CarriersEdge has officially opened the nomination period for the 18th edition of its Best Fleets to Drive For program, celebrating fleets that prioritize driver ...

September 2, 2025

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American Central Transport Brings Steak Sandwiches and Community Spirit to Cancer Fundraiser

American Central Transport (ACT) recently hosted a steak sandwich fundraiser to support the American Cancer Society, blending good food with a strong message of ...

August 1, 2025

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Barry Carlson’s Long Road with Hy-Vee Comes Full Circle in Cherokee

When a familiar Hy-Vee truck rolled into Cherokee, Iowa, recently, it wasn’t just another grocery delivery—it was a homecoming decades in the making. Behind ...

July 29, 2025

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NEXT Top Talent Award Honors Young Drivers and Technicians Making a Mark in Trucking

In an effort to spotlight the rising generation shaping the future of trucking, the Next Generation in Trucking Association has introduced its newest initiative: ...