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April 7, 2025

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Experience the 2025 Walcott Truckers Jamboree at Iowa 80 Truckstop, July 10-12!

Start gearing up, trucking enthusiasts! The widely celebrated Walcott Truckers Jamboree is making its return from July 10-12, 2025. Hosted at the world-famous Iowa ...

March 25, 2025

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Kenworth to Discontinue W900 Models, T800W, and C500 Due to Emission Standards

Kenworth’s W900 has been one of the most legendary truck models, representing a major milestone in North American trucking history. First introduced in 1961, ...

March 20, 2025

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The Songs That Take Truckers Back to Their First Haul

Music and trucking go hand in hand. Whether a long stretch of open highway or a tough night shift, the right song can transport ...

March 18, 2025

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Countdown to MATS 2025!

The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is almost here! Mark your calendars for March 27-29, 2025, in Louisville, Ken. With over 56,000 attendees, 870+ exhibitors, ...

CB radio slang has been a staple of trucking culture for decades, but is it still relevant today? Explore the origins, evolution, and modern-day impact of this unique trucker language.

February 28, 2025

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Trucker Slang Through the Decades: The Evolution of CB Radio Lingo

Trucking has always had its own culture, and at the heart of it is the unmistakable language of CB radio slang. What started as ...

CB handles have played a key role in shaping trucking culture, from their early use in CB radios to their lasting impact on driver identity and community. Learn about the evolution and enduring significance of these iconic trucker nicknames.

February 17, 2025

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How CB Handles Shaped Trucking Culture: A Look at the Evolution from Then to Now

For years, Citizens Band (CB) radios have been an essential communication tool in the trucking industry, with CB handles serving as the signature identity ...

February 3, 2025

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Mark Your Calendars: Colt Ford to Headline Free Concert at MATS 2025!

Mark your calendars for an electrifying night of music at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS)! Country rapper and former professional golfer Colt Ford will ...

Truckers have a deep connection with their rigs, often giving them names that reflect personal stories, humor, or strength. Explore the stories behind the names of trucks in the Truck Drivers USA community, from sentimental tributes to bold titles.

November 26, 2024

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The Stories Behind the Names: Why Truckers Name Their Rigs

In the trucking world, rigs aren’t just vehicles—they’re lifelines, companions, and sometimes even extensions of a driver’s personality. It’s no wonder many truckers give ...