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Truck Drivers USA members share heartwarming real-life experiences of kindness on the road. From helping stranded drivers to small gestures that made a big impact, read the inspiring stories from professional drivers across the country.

April 2, 2026

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Truck Drivers USA Community Shares Real Stories of Kindness on the Road

Truck driving is a tough job, full of long hours, unpredictable roads, and countless challenges. Yet amid the miles and deadlines, drivers often encounter ...

Truck drivers and industry leaders come together through Wreaths Across America as DAT’s Dean Croke shares his journey honoring fallen military heroes and the role trucking plays in this national mission.

January 16, 2026

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A Trucker’s Path to Honoring Fallen Heroes Through Wreaths Across America

For Dean Croke, trucking has always been about more than freight. Long before he became a recognized industry analyst, he was a driver at ...

The Truckload Carriers Association recognizes four professional drivers as Highway Angels for heroic actions on the road. Their stories highlight courage, quick thinking, and the impact truck drivers have beyond the wheel.

January 5, 2026

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Highway Heroes in Action: TCA Highway Angels Make a Difference on the Road

Acts of courage and compassion often happen quietly on America’s highways. When they do, the Truckload Carriers Association recognizes those moments through its Highway ...

Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship for the ninth year, honoring children’s tributes to foodservice drivers and highlighting the families behind the nation’s delivery workforce.

November 24, 2025

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Fleet Advantage Spotlights the Kids Who Inspire America’s Drivers

For the ninth year in a row, Fleet Advantage sponsored the Kids Drawing and Writing Contest at the IFDA National Championship in Fort Lauderdale. ...

Professional truck drivers recognized as TCA Highway Angels for life-saving actions on the road. Read their stories and nominate a driver at highwayangel.org.

November 21, 2025

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Honoring Highway Angels Who Stepped Up When It Mattered Most

Every driver knows the highway can turn dangerous in an instant. In moments like that, the people behind the wheel often become the first ...

David Whaley, a Prime Inc. driver, wins the 4th annual National Truck Driver Appreciation Sweepstakes, taking home over $10,000 in prizes designed to make life on the road more comfortable and rewarding.

October 16, 2025

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David Whaley Takes Home Big Win in National Truck Driver Appreciation Sweepstakes

Truck drivers know the road is tough, and sometimes a little recognition goes a long way. This year, one driver is getting a major ...

October 13, 2025

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Oklahoma Trucker Named TCA Highway Angel After Late Night Rescue on I-44

When the weather turns bad, truck drivers know that quick thinking can make the difference between life and death, not just for themselves, but ...

October 10, 2025

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Francine the Trucker Cat: Store Mascot Found Safe After Accidental Ride to Another State

When you’re hauling freight across state lines, you never know what might end up in the back of a trailer, and for one semi ...

September 24, 2025

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Senate Backs National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Resolution

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is applauding the Senate’s unanimous decision to officially recognize September 14–20, 2025, as National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. ATA ...

September 23, 2025

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Highway Dreaming Honors Truck Drivers with a Soulful Tribute

The voices of America’s truck drivers now carry through a brand-new anthem that shines a spotlight on their dedication and sacrifice. “Highway Dreaming,” released ...