Women in Trucking Association Archives

Ingrid Brown is named the 2026 Driver of the Year by Women In Trucking, recognizing her 46-year career, safety leadership, and impact across the trucking industry.

April 3, 2026

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Ingrid Brown Earns WIT 2026 Driver of the Year Recognition

Recognition at the national level doesn’t come easy in trucking. It takes years on the road, a reputation for doing things the right way, ...

St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund launches free at-home cervical cancer screenings for female OTR drivers nationwide, expanding preventative health programs for professional truck drivers.

March 6, 2026

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Free At-Home Cervical Cancer Screenings Now Available for Female OTR Drivers Through SCF

Access to consistent medical care is one of the toughest challenges facing long-haul drivers, especially those who spend weeks away from home. In recognition ...

Women In Trucking is collecting confidential industry data for the 2026–27 WIT Index, which measures women’s participation in trucking, leadership, and professional driving roles across the transportation sector.

February 2, 2026

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Women In Trucking Requests Industry Data for Updated WIT Index

The Women In Trucking Association is asking transportation companies across the industry to participate in a new data collection effort that will shape the ...

Women In Trucking has opened nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award. Learn who can be nominated, key deadlines, and when the winner will be recognized.

January 26, 2026

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WIT Opens Nominations for 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award

The Women In Trucking Association has opened nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award. WIT announced the call for nominees as the ...

August 12, 2025

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Nominations Open for the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), together with TrueBlue’s Centerline Drivers, has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award. Jennifer ...

March 6, 2025

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Celebrating the Remarkable Women Transforming Trucking

The trucking industry has long been viewed as a male-dominated field, but trailblazing women have steered its course in profound ways. These women, from ...

Learn how women can succeed in the trucking industry with tips on building confidence, prioritizing safety, and accessing valuable resources for a rewarding career.

January 20, 2025

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How Women Can Thrive in Trucking: Tips for Breaking Into the Industry

The trucking industry has long been considered a male-dominated field, but more women are stepping into the driver’s seat and redefining what it means ...

Celebrate Liz Leon, a 60-year-old truck driver from California, as the 2024 Pilot Flying J Road Warrior winner. Discover her inspiring journey from warehouse worker to accident-free trucking hero, balancing career and family with grace and determination.

November 21, 2024

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From Warehouse Worker to Pilot’s Road Warrior, Liz Leon’s Story

Liz Leon, a 60-year-old truck driver from Victorville, California, has been celebrated as the grand prize winner of Pilot Flying J’s 2024 Road Warrior ...

why the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) stands out as a top employer for women in trucking, recognized for fostering inclusivity and diversity. Learn more about their commitment to gender diversity, flexible work options, and empowering female drivers and small-business owners.

November 6, 2024

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OOIDA Honored as a Leading Employer for Women in Trucking

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has earned a distinguished spot as an exemplary employer for women within the trucking and transportation sector. On ...

The three finalists for the 2024 influential woman in Trucking award.

October 18, 2024

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Celebrating the 2024 Finalists for the Influential Woman in Trucking Award

In Arlington, Virginia, three exceptional women have been selected as finalists for the 2024 Influential Woman in Trucking Award. This accolade is presented by ...