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Women In Trucking is accepting nominations for its 2026 Driver of the Year award. Learn who is eligible, what the award recognizes, key dates, and how truck drivers can submit a nomination.

December 22, 2025

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Women In Trucking Opens Nominations for 2026 Driver of the Year Award

Professional truck drivers know that recognition in this industry is earned mile by mile. The Women In Trucking Association is now inviting nominations for ...

Registration for MATS 2026 is now open and free through February, giving truck drivers a chance to enter the Share and Win contest for cash prizes, hotel stays, VIP access, and weekly giveaways before the show in Louisville.

December 5, 2025

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Mid America Trucking Show Opens Registration with New Share and Win Giveaway for Drivers

Drivers planning a trip to Louisville this spring can now register for the Mid America Trucking Show. Sign-ups are officially open, and the show ...

December 4, 2025

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Mid America Trucking Show Opens Registration with New Share and Win Giveaway for Drivers

Drivers planning a trip to Louisville this spring can now register for the Mid America Trucking Show. Sign-ups are officially open, and the show ...

September 18, 2025

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Shell Rotella and Love’s Show Gratitude with Donation to Support Truckers

As National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) winds down, Shell Rotella and Love’s Travel Stops are making sure drivers know their hard work hasn’t ...

April 21, 2025

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Over $13,500 Raised for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund at MATS

A silent auction at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) successfully raised over $13,500 to support the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, providing crucial financial ...

April 7, 2025

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MATS 2025 Recap with Insights from Truck Drivers USA President Lori Furnell

The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) 2025 brought together industry leaders, innovators, and drivers to discuss the latest trends transforming the trucking industry. Lori Furnell, ...

April 4, 2025

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From Behind the Wheel to the Spotlight: Jay Hosty Becomes a 2025 Citizen Driver

TravelCenters of America revealed the winners of the esteemed 2025 Citizen Driver awards during the 53rd Mid-America Trucking Show, hosted at the Kentucky Expo ...

April 3, 2025

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Kathy Blaies Named WIT 2025 Driver of the Year

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) has recognized Kathy Blaies, a dedicated car hauler for United Road, as the 2025 Driver of the Year. ...

April 3, 2025

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Trucker of the Year Honored with T600 Replica and Bostrom Seat at MATS: Alan Kitzhaber Receives Well-Deserved Recognition

During the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), Overdrive proudly honored the 2024 Trucker of the Year, Alan Kitzhaber. Kitzhaber was awarded a custom-built 1/42nd scale ...