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Truck drivers and owner-operators can nominate their current carrier for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For program through October 31.

September 15, 2026

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Truck Drivers Can Nominate Their Fleet for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For

Nominations are open for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For program, allowing truck drivers and independent contractors to recognize the carriers they believe ...

Nominations are open for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For, giving truck drivers and independent contractors until October 31 to nominate their current carrier.

September 11, 2026

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Drivers Can Now Nominate Their Carrier for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For

Truck drivers who believe their carrier provides a strong place to work can now put the company forward for national recognition. Nominations opened September ...

Learn how new CDL drivers can evaluate their first trucking job offer by comparing training, pay, company culture, freight, equipment, and long-term career opportunities.

August 20, 2026

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A New CDL Driver’s Guide to Evaluating Your First Trucking Job Offer

Graduating from CDL school opens the door to a wide range of opportunities, but choosing the right first employer can have a lasting impact ...

Learn what driver scorecards are, what they measure, where the data comes from, and how trucking companies use them to evaluate safety and performance.

July 28, 2026

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Understanding Driver Scorecards and How Trucking Companies Use Them

Driver scorecards are performance reports used by many trucking companies to measure safety, compliance, and operational habits. Information collected from onboard technology, inspections, and ...

Learn how to recognize when a trucking job doesn't match what was discussed during the hiring process and what steps to take before deciding whether to stay or move on.

July 27, 2026

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Warning Signs a Trucking Job Isn’t What the Recruiter Promised

Accepting a new trucking job is a major decision, and most drivers rely on conversations with recruiters to understand what to expect before making ...

Learn how to evaluate trucking job listings, spot red flags, compare opportunities, and identify details that matter beyond the advertised pay.

June 4, 2026

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The Trucking Job Listing Checklist Every Driver Should Use

Most truck drivers can spot a flashy job ad from a mile away. A headline promises top pay. A sign-on bonus grabs attention. Home ...

Learn which questions truck drivers should ask recruiters before accepting a CDL driving job, including freight, pay, dispatch, home time, and equipment policies.

May 20, 2026

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Questions Every Truck Driver Should Ask a Recruiter Before Changing CDL Jobs

A recruiting call can shape a driver’s next several months or even several years on the road. Many drivers focus heavily on advertised pay ...

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 what truck drivers should evaluate before switching trucking companies, including pay structure, home time, maintenance support, and freight consistency.

May 11, 2026

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What Drivers Should Check Before Leaving One Trucking Company for Another

Changing trucking companies can improve pay, home time, freight consistency, or equipment quality, but switching too quickly without reviewing the details can create new ...

FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs highlights challenges in the CDL training provider registry, stressing the need for proper driver training, professional standards, and removing bad actors from the system.

March 18, 2026

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Questions Every Owner Operator Should Ask Trucking Companies

Running your own rig takes grit and smart choices. The best trucking company partnerships deliver steady freight, fair pay, and terms that respect your ...