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A look at the five finalists for the 2025 ATA National Driver of the Year Award, highlighting their decades of safe driving, industry involvement, and the milestones that earned them national recognition.

November 18, 2025

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ATA Names Five Standout Finalists for the 2025 National Driver of the Year Award

Long-haul, regional, and local drivers know what it takes to keep freight moving safely day after day. The American Trucking Associations is giving that ...

Cargo theft is evolving as organized crime targets high-value freight. Truck drivers and owner-operators need strategies to protect loads, prevent double brokering, and stay safe on the road.

November 18, 2025

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Cargo Theft Tactics Evolve as Average Haul Value Doubles

Cargo theft is shifting, and truckers need to be sharper than ever. According to the latest CargoNet report, thieves aren’t just stealing more; they ...

Texas awards $14 million in workforce grants to train new heavy-duty truck drivers and automotive technicians through colleges in Dallas and Laredo.

November 17, 2025

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Texas Invests in Training the Next Generation of Heavy-Duty Truck Drivers

Texas is putting serious money into building up the next wave of professional truck drivers. The state has announced $14 million in new workforce ...

Fleet Advantage earns its second ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award for Employee Engagement, honoring its Kids Around The Corner Foundation and its nationwide community impact.

November 12, 2025

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Fleet Advantage earns second ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award for community impact.

Fleet Advantage has once again been recognized for giving back in a big way. The company recently received the American Logistics Aid Network’s (ALAN) ...

Wisconsin truck drivers now have more space to rest along Interstate 90. The Sparta rest area expands from 16 to 70 truck parking spots, adds oversize/overweight staging, and updates amenities to improve safety and comfort for long-haul drivers.

November 11, 2025

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More Space to Rest: Wisconsin Rest Area Expands Truck Parking

Truck drivers traveling along Interstate 90 in Wisconsin now have more room to pull over and rest safely. A major upgrade to the Sparta ...

Arkansas truck drivers and the trucking industry helped transport over 26,000 pounds of expired and unused medications from the Drug Take Back event, keeping communities safer and supporting safe disposal efforts.

November 10, 2025

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Arkansas Trucking Industry Supports Safe Disposal of Unwanted Medications

Truck drivers and trucking companies played an essential role in moving over 26,000 pounds of expired and unused prescription medications collected during the Arkansas ...

The American Trucking Associations has named 31 finalists for the 2026-2027 America’s Road Team. These professional drivers are recognized for outstanding safety records, industry expertise, and dedication to representing the trucking profession.

November 7, 2025

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ATA Names 2026-2027 America’s Road Team Finalists: 31 Drivers Representing the Best in Trucking

The American Trucking Associations has announced the 31 professional drivers who are finalists for the 2026-2027 America’s Road Team, the organization’s prestigious program highlighting ...

Voting is open through November 11 for the 2025 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. Meet the veteran finalists and cast your vote to honor America’s top transitioning drivers.

November 6, 2025

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Vote Now: Help Choose the Next Transition Trucking Award Winner — Voting Ends Nov. 11

Truck drivers and fleet managers, it’s time to show your support for the veterans behind the wheel. Online voting is officially open for the ...

Southeastern Freight Lines celebrates 40 years of service in North Carolina at its Greensboro, Raleigh, and Wilmington facilities. Learn how this regional LTL carrier has grown, honored longtime associates, and remains committed to reliable freight service across the state.

November 5, 2025

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Southeastern Freight Lines Marks 40 Years of Service in North Carolina

Southeastern Freight Lines is celebrating an impressive 40-year milestone at its Greensboro, Raleigh, and Wilmington facilities in North Carolina. The regional less-than-truckload carrier has ...

OOIDA is calling on Congress to strengthen truck driver training and licensing rules, arguing that too many unqualified drivers are entering the industry and putting safety at risk. The association is urging lawmakers to enforce tougher entry-level training, CDL testing oversight, and accountability measures to protect professional drivers and improve highway safety.

October 24, 2025

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OOIDA Pushes Congress to Toughen Up Truck Driver Training Rules

The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is once again putting pressure on lawmakers, this time urging Congress to crack down on weak training ...