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Chad Roberson's emotional journey to reclaim his late father’s 2000 Kenworth W900 after 15 years. A heartfelt story of family, trucking heritage, and a restored legacy that keeps the spirit of two generations alive.

December 13, 2024

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A Father’s Trucking Legacy Rescued After 15 Years

Chad Roberson’s Journey to Recover His Dad’s 2000 Kenworth W900 At just 49 years old, Chad Roberson, a third-generation truck driver from Fairfield, Illinois, ...

Discover what truck drivers are listening to on the open road! From nostalgic country classics to modern beats, these songs reflect the personality and mood of drivers across the Truck Drivers USA community.

December 12, 2024

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What Truckers Are Listening to on the Open Road

Music is a constant companion for truck drivers, providing a rhythm to the long hours on the highway. Recently, we asked our Truck Drivers ...

Celebrate Liz Leon, a 60-year-old truck driver from California, as the 2024 Pilot Flying J Road Warrior winner. Discover her inspiring journey from warehouse worker to accident-free trucking hero, balancing career and family with grace and determination.

November 21, 2024

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From Warehouse Worker to Pilot’s Road Warrior, Liz Leon’s Story

Liz Leon, a 60-year-old truck driver from Victorville, California, has been celebrated as the grand prize winner of Pilot Flying J’s 2024 Road Warrior ...

Rick Thomas, an ABF Freight driver from Akron, Ohio, was recently honored as a Highway Angel by the Truckload Carriers Association for assisting a stranded motorist in Peninsula, Ohio. His act of kindness highlights the selflessness of truck drivers on the road.

November 11, 2024

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ABF Freight Driver Honored as Highway Angel for Assisting Stranded Motorist

Rick Thomas, a dedicated truck driver from Akron, Ohio, recently earned recognition for his act of kindness. The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) awarded Thomas ...

Truck drivers have a language all their own, and CB handles are a prime example of how they express their personalities and experiences on the road. These names, often amusing and always unique, become a part of their identity, representing everything from humorous incidents to personal connections.

November 8, 2024

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The Unique and Unforgettable CB Handles Truck Drivers Use on the Road

Truck drivers have a language all their own, and CB handles are a prime example of how they express their personalities and experiences on ...

Tim Chelette from Big G Express exemplifies this, being one of the five individuals celebrated as a 2024 Professional Driver of the Year by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). During the TCA's 2024 annual convention, held at Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, these drivers received their honors.

November 1, 2024

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Tim Chelette of Big G Express Thrives on Mentoring Fellow Drivers

Recognizing outstanding professional truck drivers often involves tallying their awards and achievements. Tim Chelette from Big G Express exemplifies this, being one of the ...