CarriersEdge proudly revealed its prestigious list of the 2024 Best Fleets to Drive For, recognizing top-tier for-hire trucking companies that prioritize outstanding workplace experiences for both company drivers and independent contractors.
The selection process for the 2024 Best Fleets commenced with nominations from company drivers or owner-operators currently associated with for-hire carriers operating 10 or more tractor-trailers. These nominated fleets underwent a comprehensive evaluation across various categories, including compensation and benefits, human resources strategies, operations efficiency, professional development opportunities, and work/life balance initiatives. The fleets also collected feedback from their drivers through surveys to gauge overall satisfaction. Scores from these assessments were compiled and analyzed to identify the top-performing fleets.
Despite the considerable challenges faced by the trucking industry in the past year, CarriersEdge CEO Jane Jazrawy noted that Best Fleets showcased resilience by continuously finding innovative ways to enhance the work experience for their drivers and independent contractors, “once again raising the bar on what’s possible. The Hall of Fame took that even further, with all 10 of last year’s Hall of Famers re-qualifying through a range of innovative programs and driver supports.”
The 2024 Best Fleets to Drive For:
- American Central Transport, Inc. – Kansas City, Mo.
- Brenny Specialized, Inc. – Saint Joseph, Minn.
- C.A.T. Inc. – Coteau-du-Lac, Que.
- Challenger Motor Freight, Inc. – Cambridge, Ont.
- Chief Carriers, Inc. – Grand Island, Neb.
- Continental Express, Inc. – Sidney, Ohio
- Crawford Trucking, Inc. – Des Moines, Iowa
- Decker Truck Line, Inc. – Fort Dodge, Iowa
- Erb Transport – New Hamburg, Ont.
- Fortigo Freight Services, Inc. – Etobicoke, Ont.
- Fremont Contract Carriers, Inc. – Fremont, Neb.
- K & J Trucking, Inc. – Sioux Falls, S.D.
- Kriska Holdings Limited – Prescott, Ont.
- Leonard’s Express, Inc. – Farmington, N.Y.
- Nick Strimbu, Inc. – Brookfield, Ohio
- PGT Trucking, Inc. – Aliquippa, Pa.
- Thomas E. Keller Trucking Inc. – Defiance, Ohio
- TLD Logistics Services, Inc. – Knoxville, Tenn.
- Transland – Strafford, Mo.
- Wellington Group of Companies – Aberfoyle, Ont.
Hall of Fame inductees were also announced. These trucking companies consistently demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to their drivers and overall operational excellence. The inductees include Bison Transport Inc. from Winnipeg, Man.; Boyle Transportation based in Billerica, Mass.; Central Oregon Truck Company, Inc. located in Redmond, Ore.; FTC Transportation, Inc. operating out of Oklahoma City, Okla.; Garner Trucking, Inc. rooted in Findlay, Ohio; Grand Island Express, Inc. hailing from Grand Island, Neb.; Halvor Lines, Inc. headquartered in Superior, Wis.; Nussbaum Transportation Services, Inc. in Hudson, Ill.; Prime Inc. based in Springfield, Mo.; and TransPro Freight Systems, Ltd. from Milton, Ont.
This Hall of Fame recognition acknowledges their outstanding contributions and enduring commitment to creating a positive and enriching environment for their drivers, solidifying their status as industry leaders.
Fleets to watch, or honorable mentions for 2024, were announced as well.
- Ippolito Transportation, Inc. – Burlington, Ont.
- Magnum Companies, Ltd. – Fargo, N.D.
- Mill Creek Motor Freight LTD – Ayr, Ont.
- Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. – Federal Way, Wash.
- Stokes Trucking, LLC. – Tremonton, Utah
The crowning of two winners, categorized by large and small fleets, will take place at the Best Fleets Education & Awards Conference scheduled for April 8-9 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte. The conference will not only announce the winners but also share comprehensive insights into this year’s program, including statistics, trends, and innovative programs from all the Top 20 and Hall of Fame fleets.
Source: Commercial Carrier Journal
