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April 29, 2025

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High School Students Get Hands-On Experience in Transportation Careers

Students from five high schools in the Chicago area are engaging in a unique, interactive program this week, organized by the Illinois Tollway. These ...

April 24, 2025

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Navigating the Best Load Boards for Truck Drivers: A Complete Guide

Finding consistent, high-paying freight isn’t just about luck — it’s about knowing where to look. For many truck drivers and small fleet owners, load ...

April 3, 2025

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TDUSA President Lori Furnell Named One of Women In Trucking’s Top Women to Watch in 2025

Lori Furnell, president of Truck Drivers USA, has been recognized as one of the Women In Trucking Association’s (WIT) 2025 Top Women to Watch ...

April 2, 2025

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Wilson Logistics Earns Prestigious TCA Elite Fleet Certification

Wilson Logistics has officially been recognized as a 2025 TCA Elite Fleet Certified Carrier by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), celebrating a significant milestone ...

April 1, 2025

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Kenworth Celebrates a Decade of Donating Grand Prize for Transition Trucking Award

For the tenth year in a row, Kenworth is proud to contribute the grand prize for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award. This ...

Truck drivers share what they wish dispatch understood about life on the road. From unrealistic expectations to poor trip planning, these insights highlight how dispatch can improve driver relationships and make trucking smoother.

February 26, 2025

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What Dispatch Needs to Understand According to Truck Drivers

Truck drivers keep America moving, but when it comes to working with dispatch, many feel there’s a serious disconnect. We asked our Facebook community ...

The truck driver shortage is costing the freight industry $95.5 million per week, with 24,000 unfilled positions leaving trucks idle. Discover the economic impact, regional disparities, and potential solutions to this growing crisis.

February 21, 2025

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Truck Driver Shortage Costs the Freight Industry $95.5 Million Per Week

The freight industry is grappling with a significant truck driver shortage, estimated at 24,000 unfilled positions, which is leaving many trucks unused. According to ...

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is conducting a survey to explore hiring practices for truck drivers with criminal histories. Motor carriers are encouraged to participate and help shape workforce solutions in the trucking industry.

February 13, 2025

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ATRI Examines Trucking Industry Hiring Practices for Drivers with Criminal Histories

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is inviting motor carriers to take part in an important survey to better understand hiring practices for truck ...

J.B. Hunt marks 35 years of intermodal excellence, revolutionizing freight transport with innovative trucking and rail solutions. Discover how the company’s partnerships, sustainability efforts, and record-breaking milestones have shaped the industry.

February 13, 2025

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J.B. Hunt Celebrates 35 Years of Intermodal Excellence

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., a leading figure in supply chain solutions, is celebrating a significant achievement as its intermodal service reaches 35 years ...

The Amazon Freight Partner program is breaking down barriers to entry in the trucking industry, offering entrepreneurs accessible opportunities and improving work conditions for commercial drivers. Learn about the benefits and resources that set participants up for success in the trucking world.

February 7, 2025

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Amazon Freight Partner Opens Doors to a More Inclusive Trucking Industry

The trucking sector has long been a promising avenue for aspiring entrepreneurs to start their own companies, make an impact in their communities, and ...