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The 2026 Career Catalyst Awards recognized trucking companies and transportation organizations investing in mentorship, training, and workforce development.

June 2, 2026

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Career Catalyst Awards Recognize Trucking Companies Investing in New Drivers

Finding drivers is still one of the trucking industry’s biggest challenges. Still, more fleets are putting attention on something beyond recruiting alone: keeping newer ...

Project 61 is addressing the trucking industry’s ongoing health challenges with practical tools built for life on the road, focusing on nutrition, movement, and sleep to support long-term driver well-being.

April 9, 2026

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Project 61 Focuses on Closing the Health Gap in Trucking

Health has been a known issue across trucking for years, but the day-to-day reality of the job makes it difficult to address. Long hours ...

Crawford Trucking and Fortigo Freight Services earn top honors in the 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For awards. See what sets these fleets apart and why driver feedback matters.

March 24, 2026

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Crawford Trucking and Fortigo Freight Services Named 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For

Recognition in this industry means something different when it comes from drivers. That’s exactly what makes the 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For awards ...

Truck drivers prioritize clear pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and fast support. Learn how to identify carriers that follow through using data from ATRI and real hiring checks.

February 24, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Want Most from Carriers (And How to Spot Companies That Actually Deliver It)

Truck drivers consistently prioritize transparent pay, predictable schedules, modern equipment, and responsive issue resolution when choosing carriers. The American Transportation Research Institute’s 2025 Critical ...

The Truckload Carriers Association has named 57 carriers to its 2026 Elite Fleet program, recognizing truckload fleets that demonstrate strong safety records, competitive compensation, and driver-focused work environments.

January 23, 2026

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57 Carriers Earn Spot in TCA’s 2026 Elite Fleet Program

The Truckload Carriers Association has named 57 truckload carriers to its 2026 TCA Elite Fleet Certified Carriers program, marking the second year of the ...

CDL turnover varies widely by region. Learn which states show lower turnover signals, how employment stability data explains the differences, and why lower churn matters for drivers seeking long-term fit.

December 22, 2025

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Which States Have the Lowest CDL Turnover and Why That Matters for Drivers

Turnover is one of the most reliable signals of what a driving job will actually feel like once the new hire phase is over. ...

Old Dominion Freight Line’s Dee Dee Cox earns the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award for her leadership in workforce development and commitment to empowering women across the trucking industry.

November 17, 2025

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Dee Dee Cox Honored as WIT’s 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking

When it comes to building stronger teams and creating real opportunities for drivers and staff alike, Dee Dee Cox of Old Dominion Freight Line ...

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 ...

Find out where truck drivers get the most value for their miles. This cost-of-living analysis compares driver pay and expenses across top states like Tennessee, Iowa, Ohio, and Georgia to reveal where your paycheck stretches the furthest.

October 24, 2025

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Where Truck Drivers Get the Most Mileage for Their Money

A paycheck only tells part of the story. For truck drivers, the real question is how far that money goes after rent, groceries, and ...

FMCSA’s renewed English language enforcement is reshaping fleet hiring and compliance standards. Learn how carriers can protect their driver pipelines through proactive testing, language training, and smarter recruiting strategies to stay compliant and competitive.

October 23, 2025

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How Prepared Is Your Driver Pipeline for Ongoing FMCSA English Language Enforcement?

Truck fleets nationwide are rethinking their workforce strategies as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) renewed English language proficiency enforcement reshapes the hiring landscape. Inspectors ...