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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 ...

September 4, 2025

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IFDA Names 93 Drivers to 2025 Truck Driver Hall of Fame

The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) has announced its newest Hall of Fame class, honoring 93 professional truck drivers for their dedication to safety ...

August 1, 2025

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Barry Carlson’s Long Road with Hy-Vee Comes Full Circle in Cherokee

When a familiar Hy-Vee truck rolled into Cherokee, Iowa, recently, it wasn’t just another grocery delivery—it was a homecoming decades in the making. Behind ...

July 23, 2025

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Hidden Gems: America’s Best Kept Secret Truck Stops and Diners

Life on the road can be demanding, and sometimes it’s the little comforts that make all the difference. For many truck drivers, finding a ...

Truck drivers share what they wish dispatch understood about life on the road. From unrealistic expectations to poor trip planning, these insights highlight how dispatch can improve driver relationships and make trucking smoother.

February 26, 2025

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What Dispatch Needs to Understand According to Truck Drivers

Truck drivers keep America moving, but when it comes to working with dispatch, many feel there’s a serious disconnect. We asked our Facebook community ...