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Learn why some trucking freight pays more than dry van work and how flatbed, reefer, tanker, bulk, and specialized loads can demand more from drivers in return.

June 30, 2026

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Why The Same Trucking Job Can Pay Differently Once the Freight Changes

When drivers compare trucking jobs, it is easy to assume the higher-paying job simply has better miles or a better rate. Sometimes that is ...

Learn how trailer type can change freight, pay, and daily work in trucking, from dry van and reefer jobs to flatbed, tanker, lowboy, and bulk trailer operations.

June 30, 2026

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The Trailer Types Truck Drivers Haul and How They Change the Job

Trailer type gets treated like equipment trivia too often in trucking content. Dry van, reefer, flatbed, tanker, lowboy. A quick definition of what each ...

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 ...

Learn how tanker drivers can maximize weekly miles with smarter Hours of Service planning. Discover proven strategies to increase utilization, stay FMCSA compliant, and boost earnings in CDL tanker jobs.

March 19, 2026

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How You Can Maximize Weekly Tanker Miles Through Smart HOS Planning

Tanker truck drivers already know how every single mile adds up to their weekly paycheck. You deal with liquid surge, terminal delays, and tight ...

Averitt Express has added dedicated tanker services for bourbon distilleries, allowing bulk spirit transportation as production grows and long-standing industry partnerships expand.

December 31, 2025

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Averitt Adds Tanker Work to Support Growing Bourbon Industry

Drivers moving freight tied to the bourbon and spirits industry may soon see more specialized tanker operations entering the mix. Averitt Express has expanded ...

The NTTC has announced the top-performing carriers in the first round of the 2024 Heil Trophy Safety Awards. See which tank truck carriers excelled in safety across North America and who will advance to the final round.

February 24, 2025

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Top Carriers Recognized in NTTC’s Initial Round of 2024 Heil Trophy Safety Awards

The prestigious Heil Trophy, an award presented by the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) in recognition of outstanding tank truck safety practices across North ...

June 7, 2023

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Different Types of Tanker Trucking Jobs

When it comes to the trucking industry, tanker trucking jobs play a crucial role in transporting liquids and hazardous materials across various industries. Tanker ...