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Learn which trucking jobs remain strongest in Tennessee including regional freight, flatbed hauling, intermodal transportation, and dedicated routes.

May 18, 2026

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Best Trucking Jobs in Tennessee for CDL Drivers Looking for Steady Freight

Tennessee continues attracting truck drivers because the state sits directly along several major freight corridors connecting the Southeast, Midwest, and East Coast. Interstates like ...

Learn how veterans can compare trucking companies after military service and what factors matter most when choosing a long-term CDL career path.

May 15, 2026

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How Veterans Can Find the Right Trucking Company After Military Service

Many veterans move into trucking because the work still rewards structure, responsibility, time management, and equipment knowledge. The transition makes sense for a lot ...

Maverick Transportation announced new pay increases for flatbed and dedicated truck drivers, including experienced driver pay reaching up to $.67 CPM.

May 15, 2026

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Maverick Raises Pay for Flatbed and Dedicated Truck Drivers Starting May 31

Maverick Transportation announced new pay increases for flatbed over-the-road drivers and multiple dedicated divisions, with the updated structure scheduled to take effect May 31, ...

Truckstop expands into heavy haul freight with its Wize Load acquisition, adding rate intelligence tools for pricing oversized and specialized loads.

April 13, 2026

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Truckstop Expands Heavy Haul Capabilities with Wize Load Acquisition

Truckstop is putting more focus on the specialized side of freight, adding new tools aimed at heavy haul and oversized loads. The company recently ...

Maverick Transportation honors Charles Baber as Over the Road Driver of the Year and Ron Watson as Dedicated Driver of the Year, recognizing safety, professionalism, and leadership in trucking.

March 25, 2026

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Charles Baber, Ron Watson Named Maverick’s Top Drivers for 2025

Recognition like this does not come easy in trucking. It is earned mile by mile, load by load, and through the kind of consistency ...

A practical look at the gear flatbed drivers rely on to reduce injuries, secure loads faster, and stay compliant with cargo securement rules on every haul.

March 13, 2026

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Essential Gear Every Flatbed Driver Needs to Cut Injuries and Deck Time

Flatbed drivers work long hours securing irregular loads in rain, wind, and darkness. Falls from trailer heights and cargo shifts create real risks that ...

Knight-Swift driver Michael Porter delivers the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in a Kenworth T680, completing a 3,700-mile journey with 15 community stops. Discover his experience, challenges, and holiday memories from the road.

December 4, 2025

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Knight Swift Driver Hauls the 2025 U S Capitol Christmas Tree in a Kenworth T680

For most truck drivers, there are loads you never forget. For Michael Porter of Knight Swift Transportation, hauling the 2025 U S Capitol Christmas ...

Local infrastructure projects in small metro areas are driving higher demand for truck drivers. Federal and state investments in roads, bridges, and construction create stable freight opportunities, competitive pay, and regional routes. Drivers who track projects, gain relevant endorsements, and connect with local carriers can capitalize on this growing market.

December 2, 2025

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How Local Infrastructure Projects Are Increasing Truck Driver Demand in Small Metro Areas

Local infrastructure projects are quietly reshaping the truck driving job market, especially in small metro areas across the country. Drivers looking for stable work ...

October 9, 2025

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Former Firefighter Turns Trucker Trainer: Kayla Cosens Finds Her Purpose with Roehl Transport

Roehl Transport’s driver trainer Kayla Cosens has built a career defined by grit, growth, and giving back. With 15 years of experience behind the ...

June 12, 2025

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Top Truckers Honored at PGT Trucking Annual Awards

PGT Trucking recently celebrated the exceptional accomplishments of its drivers, recognizing 48 Million Mile Drivers, 102 Safe Drivers, and 22 Premier Professional Drivers for ...