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Feature: Is Trucking In Your Blood?

February 02, 2012

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Until recently, I’d never considered what forces may have drawn me into the trucking industry. My own introduction to the industry came after a headhunter found an opening with an ocean carrier who had their own in-house truckers. Twenty-two ...

Truckload Carriers Association and CarriersEdge Announce Winners of Best Fleets to Drive for Survey and Contest

February 01, 2012

After months of nominations, interviews, and scoring, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge are proud to announce the 2012 winners of Best Fleets to Drive For, a survey and contest that identifies North American for-hire trucking companies that provide ...

TCA Announces Division Winners of 2011 National Fleet Safety Awards

February 01, 2012

Alexandria, Virginia – With safety at the heart of the trucking industry’s priorities, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) proudly announces the division winners of its 36th annual National Fleet Safety Awards. Sponsored by Great West Casualty Company, ...

Truckload Carriers Association and CarriersEdge Announce Winners of Best Fleets to Drive for Survey and Contest

February 01, 2012

After months of nominations, interviews, and scoring, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge are proud to announce the 2012 winners of Best Fleets to Drive For, a survey and contest that identifies North American for-hire trucking companies that provide ...

TCA Announces Division Winners of 2011 National Fleet Safety Awards

January 30, 2012

Alexandria, Virginia – With safety at the heart of the trucking industry’s priorities, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) proudly announces the division winners of its 36th annual National ...

MICHELIN RENEWS SUPPORT FOR ‘BACK ON THE ROAD’ 2012

January 27, 2012

Michelin Americas Truck Tires (MATT) will continue to support Arrow Truck Sales’ “Back on the RoadTM Program” as a 2012 sponsor. The Back On The Road program provides one deserving truck driver with a truck and a job to get ...

Con-way Truckload Recognizes December Drivers of the Month

January 25, 2012

Con-way Truckload, a full truckload carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW), recently announced its December Drivers of the Month.

EPES TRANSPORT WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

January 25, 2012

Epes Transport System, a North Carolina-based truckload carrier, was recently named the Walmart General Merchandise Gold Carrier of the Year, an elite award given each year to a Walmart service partner that demonstrates excellence in operations, customer service and consistent ...

Red Eye Radio Network Presents Country Music Icon “Randy Travis”At 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show

January 24, 2012

At the 2012 Mid America Trucking Show, Red Eye Radio’s lobby booth will once again be the premier country music star sighting location March 22nd-24th, 2012 in Louisville, Kentucky. Eric Harley, host of Red Eye Radio, will be on hand ...

Prime inc. recognizes million mile achievements

January 19, 2012

Prime recently recognized 13 of its drivers for reaching 1 million or 2 million miles of safe driving for the company during October and November.

Hill Brothers Transportation Increases Driver Pay

January 18, 2012

Hill Brothers Transportation, Inc. is pleased to announced a pay increase for all company solo drivers, company team drivers and owner operators.

Women In Trucking Association and Navistar to honor trucking’s most influential woman for second year

January 17, 2012

Historically, the trucking industry existed as a male-dominated environment, however, more women are now enjoying rewarding careers as drivers, managers and executives. The Women In Trucking Association, with the support of Navistar, Inc., created an award to honor the ...

PILOT FLYING J ANNOUNCES FREE 2012 WINTER DIESEL ADDITIVE PROGRAM

January 17, 2012

Pilot Flying J has announced its annual winter diesel additive program at participating Pilot Travel Centers and Flying J Travel Plazas in colder climates across the U.S. The additive program, which is being offered free of charge, helps reduce winter-month ...

Celadon Trucking Services Recognized By Walmart

December 27, 2011

Celadon Group Inc.’s Celadon Trucking Services announced on December 19, 2011, that it was awarded by Walmart Stores, Inc. its prestigious General Merchandise Platinum Carrier of the Year award.

Countdown on to MoonPie Over Mobile

December 27, 2011

MOBILE PREPARES FOR 350 POUND MOONPIE DROP; LAKESIDE AND THREE DOG NIGHT TO ENTERTAIN MOBILE, Ala., December 26, 2011 – The corner of St. Joseph and St. Francis Streets in downtown Mobile will be the hot spot for New Year’s fun ...

Obama Administration’s Final Hours-of-Service Rule Puts Safety in the Backseat

December 22, 2011

Today, leaders of the American Trucking Associations expressed their frustration and disappointment that the Obama administration issued an unjustified final rule governing hours-of-service that will do nothing to improve highway safety, but will very likely increase the risk of truck-involved ...

U.S. Department of Transportation Takes Action to Ensure Truck Driver Rest Time and Improve Safety Behind the Wheel

December 22, 2011

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced a final rule that employs the latest research in driver fatigue to make sure truck drivers can get the rest they need to operate safely when on the road. The new rule ...

Trucking Industry Encouraged to View New Highway Angel

December 14, 2011

As video gains popularity, another step is taken toward goal of changing trucking’s image! The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has an important job for each and every person reading this ...

Maverick Transportation Announces New Truck Order of 350 Units

December 08, 2011

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Maverick Transportation, LLC, recently announced that they will begin taking delivery on 350 new trucks in the 1st quarter of 2012. The new equipment will be 2012 and 2013 Freightliner Cascadias equipped with electronic onboard recorders, auxiliary power units, and ...

White River Transportation Announces Launch of Social Media, Recruiting Programs to Keep Up with Growth and Customer Demand

December 07, 2011

BURR RIDGE, Ill. – December 7, 2011 – White River Transportation, an agent of Time Dispatch Services Inc., has announced a number of new initiatives designed to keep pace with its steady growth coupled with a brand launch that for ...

CRETE CARRIER, SHAFFER TRUCKING, & HUNT TRANSPORTATION NAMED TOP-PAYING CARRIERS

December 06, 2011

The National Transportation Institute, publishers of the National Survey of Driver Wages has awarded Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking, and Hunt Transportation it’s coveted Top Pay Carrier designation. To earn this elite award a carrier must qualify in three critical categories ...

Nation’s Best Truck Drivers Provide Life-Saving Tips to Motorists During Thanksgiving Day Travel

November 18, 2011

Over 42.5 million motorists are expected to travel over 50 miles this Thanksgiving Holiday (Wednesday - Sunday), according to AAA. Elite professional truck drivers with millions of accident-free miles will offer advice on how to navigate safely through highway ...

ACS, A Xerox Company, Announces 100% Image Guarantee for TripPak MOBILE™ Smart Phone Solution

November 03, 2011

Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (ACS), A Xerox Company, has announced a 100 percent image guarantee for the company’s TripPak MOBILE™ smart phone solution. If a fleet is not 100 percent satisfied with the image quality of any transaction, the ...

MICHELIN AMERICAS TRUCK TIRES KICKS OFF MICHELIN® X ONE® TIRE PHOTO CONTEST

November 03, 2011

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MICHELIN X One Tire Owners Given Opportunity to Win X One Tire Merchandise Michelin Americas Truck Tires (MATT) is offering the trucking community an online photo contest for its MICHELIN® X One® wide single truck tires. “Riding on MICHELIN® X ...

LinkAmerica expands workforce, replaces aging fleet

October 27, 2011

Regional truck line LinkAmerica Corp. is expanding, looking to add 70 drivers while replacing an aging fleet of tractors and trailers, said newly appointed President and CEO John Simone. The transportation and logistics provider, founded in 1996, has a fleet of ...

Frozen Food Express Industries, Inc. Announces Agreement on Dry Freight Assets

October 24, 2011

On October 5th, 2011, Frozen Food Express Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: FFEX) announced that it would restructure its dry freight service offerings. This announcement advised that the Company intended to sell approximately 435 dry van trailers, which account for all ...

NextTruck Introduces New Web-Only Business Model

October 19, 2011

CROSSVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- NextTruck, the nation's premier source for semi-trucks and trailers for sale, has introduced a new web-only business model built around the concept of "List for Free, Pay for Results."

LinkAmerica Announces New Settlement Package for Owner Operators

October 18, 2011

Tulsa, Oklahoma based, regional truck line carrier LinkAmerica is strong and growing since its acquisition by Tenex Capital Management Group in July.

ATA Recognizes Industry Award Winners

October 17, 2011

Grapevine, Texas – Members of American Trucking Associations took time out during ATA’s annual Management Conference & Exhibition here to recognize the winners of several of the industry’s most important honors.

Graves: ‘Inviting, Long Road Ahead for Trucking’

October 17, 2011

GRAPEVINE, Texas, Oct. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In his annual State of the Industry Address, American Trucking Associations President and CEO Bill Graves said that despite the prevailing political and economic uncertainty in the country, the United States and the ...

Rand McNally Deploys TND™ 760 Fleet Edition to First Customers

October 17, 2011

Grapevine, Texas, October 17, 2011 – Less than three months after announcing its next-generation in-cab EOBR, the TND™ 760 Fleet Edition, Rand McNally is rolling out the game-changing device to its first customers.

AVERITT EXPRESS: PAY INCREASE FOR TRUCKLOAD DRIVERS

October 12, 2011

Cookeville, TN based, Averitt Express has made a practice of setting new standards since opening its doors in 1971. With a commitment to improve the quality of life of their associates, year after year, the 40 year old company announced ...

OWENS CORNING RECOGNIZES CRETE CARRIER FOR SERVICE EXCELLENCE

October 12, 2011

Owens Corning recently named Crete Carrier as a recipient of a 2010 Global Logistics Carrier Excellence award.

Love’s Travel Stop opens in DeMotte, Indiana

October 12, 2011

Love’s Travel Stops (Love’s) today announced it opened a new travel stop in DeMotte, Ind., at Interstate 65, Exit 230.

Avram Worldwide LLC Announces Acquisition of Hurricane Express LLC

October 12, 2011

Central Indiana logistics firm completes the acquisition of flatbed truck line to diversify service offering and help fuel continued growth

Popular AASHTO App Now Available On Android OS Devices

October 12, 2011

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials today announced that the popular AASHTO Mobile app is now available for Android powered mobile devices.

C.R. England Unveiled LNG Tractor/Trailer Fleet at Ribbon Cutting Celebration

October 12, 2011

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C.R. England, one of North America’s largest transportation providers, today unveiled a new fleet of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tractors to be used in its Ontario, California Dedicated operation division. The announcement was made at the Ontario Convention Center ...

Big G Express Wins Carrier of the Year Award

September 28, 2011

Big G Express, Inc was awarded Carrier of the Year by Continental Mills in recognition of its excellent customer service, on-time deliveries and timely load status reports. In addition to a handsome plaque for display, the award included a $1,000 ...

Design Transportation Services Inc. Awarded Carrier of the Year by The Container Store®

September 15, 2011

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The Container Store, the nation’s leading retailer of storage and organization products, has awarded their coveted Carrier of the Year award to Dallas based Design Transportation Services Inc., for the ninth consecutive year.

Maverick Transportation Announces Tuition Reimbursement Program for Student Drivers

September 14, 2011

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Maverick Transportation, LLC, recently announced that they will begin a tuition reimbursement program for qualified student drivers. The objective of the new program is to ease the financial burden for new commercial driver’s license graduates employed by Maverick. It also ...

Nominations Now Open for TCA’s Best Fleets to Drive For Contest and Survey

September 01, 2011

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Now through October 31, 2011, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) will accept nominations for its 2012 Best Fleets to Drive For contest and survey. Company drivers and owner operators may nominate trucking companies by completing an application form on www.BestFleetsToDriveFor.com.

Transport America Named Top Truckload Dry Freight Provider in 2011 Quest for Quality

August 30, 2011

Logistics Management, a magazine and eNewsletter containing up-to-date information for the transportation industry has named Transport America a winner in the 2011 Quest for Quality awards. The Quest of Quality Award is the most prestigious award in the transportation ...

DAS Leads Retailers “Back to the Future”

June 20, 2011

LANCASTER, PA, June 15, 2011/-- DAS, Inc – RoadPro Brands, On May 4th – 6th, DAS Inc, the nation’s leading travel center distributor, held its annual Travel Center show themed ”Back to the Future." DAS took over ...

“Mission Accomplished”: Schneider National Driver Marks Four Million Accident-Free Miles Iowa’s Mark DeSotel Reaches Landmark Milestone

May 17, 2011

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In 1976, Mark DeSotel first got behind the wheel of a Schneider National truck and embarked on the journey toward his own remarkable achievement. He didn’t know it then, but DeSotel’s first accident-free mile would be followed by 3,999,999 million ...

CalArk International Names

May 13, 2011

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  CalArk International is honored to announce that Charles and Helen Mikus of Yorktown, Texas have been chosen as the company's 2010 Drivers ...

Landstar-Episcopal High School Team Up to Provide Tornado Relief Supplies

May 13, 2011

Landstar System, Inc., a non-asset based provider of integrated supply chain solutions delivering safe, specialized transportation, warehousing and logistics services, is teaming up with Episcopal High School of Jacksonville in support of a relief drive for victims of the tornados ...

When Osama Bin Laden Was Pronounced Dead, Midnight Trucking Radio Network Reported it Immediately LIVE!

May 13, 2011

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With the recent world news and disasters in the U.S., one syndicated radio program, The Midnight Trucking Radio Network has maintained a key focus: to be on top of the world news as it happens. The Midnight Radio ...

Handy Hardware Selects Averitt Express as Dedicated Contract Carriage Provider

May 03, 2011

Handy Hardware, a cooperative of independent hardware supply retailers headquartered in Houston, Texas, has selected Averitt Express to provide dedicated contract carriage services.

JUST ARRIVING! 2012 VOLVO & INTERNATIONAL TRUCKS!

April 06, 2011

Knight Transportation is excited about the 1,400 (2012) tractors that are being delivered to their service centers now! Drivers are raving about the bright and shiny Volvo VN670s and International ProStars, equipped with best-of-breed technology and systems.

American Central Transport Honors 2010 Safety Stars; Names Driver of the Year

March 22, 2011

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(Liberty, MO) - American Central Transport, Inc. (ACT) has selected Edmund Bruce Gray as the 2010 Safety Star "Driver of the Year" and has also recognized 45 others who qualified as a Safety Star all four quarters of 2010. Eligibility ...

Cobra Unveils 5550 PRO Navigation System for Professional Drivers

March 17, 2011

CHICAGO, March 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Cobra Electronics Corporation (Nasdaq: COBR), a leading manufacturer of Navigation systems for professional drivers, today announced the Cobra 5550 PRO, its new 5-inch navigation unit specifically designed for the professional driver. The new ...

Sammons Trucking Offers its Contractors 6-months of Free uDrove® Service

March 17, 2011

NEW PLYMOUTH, ID –MARCH 14, 2011– Sammons Trucking, a premier truckload carrier based in Montana, and uDrove LLC, which offers electronic hours of service solutions and paperwork replacement programs for the transportation industry, are providing a unique jump start program for Sammons ...

Rand McNally Launches Next Generation of TruckPC

March 17, 2011

In-cab unit now features fully integrated IntelliRoute® TND™ navigation   San Diego, Calif., March 14, 2011 – Rand McNally today introduced significant enhancements to its TruckPC mobile communication system at the Truckload Carriers’ Association Annual Convention.  TruckPC is ...

Rand McNally’s MileMaker® and IntelliRoute® Software Deliver Industry-first Updates

March 17, 2011

San Diego, Calif., March 13, 2011 – Rand McNally’s industry-standard transportation software products, MileMaker® and IntelliRoute®, have been upgraded with advanced routing capabilities and newly available data to add profitability to the bottom line.

Cobra Electronics to Unveil New 29 LX LCD Citizens Band Radio at the Mid-America Trucking Show

March 08, 2011

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Cobra Electronics Corporation (Nasdaq: COBR), the number one choice of professional drivers and leading manufacturer of Citizens Band (CB) Radios, today announced the company is unveiling the new 29 LX at the Mid-America Trucking Show, which is taking place from ...

Panther Expedited Services Increases Sign-On Bonus

March 03, 2011

Panther Expedited Services, Inc. has announced generous sign-on bonuses for solo and team owner/operators, as well as fleet owners. Effective immediately, owner/operators will receive $2,500 for straight trucks and $4,000 for tractors. Team owner/operators will receive a sign-on bonus of $5,000 ...

Marten Transport Increases Driver Pay

March 03, 2011

Marten Transport, a Wisconsin-based certified top paying carrier, continues to lead the trucking industry as a premium employer with another raise in driver pay announced as effective April 1.

Barr-Nunn Officially Raises Owner Operator Pay Again

February 23, 2011

Granger IA, 2/23/2011- Barr-Nunn Transportation again announced its “Pure Pay” raise for Owner-Operators, which will be effective February 21, 2011, raising the base rate to $0.98 cents loaded and $0.70 cents empty. Barr-Nunn also announced a raise for its hazmat ...

Jacobson Increases Sign-On Bonus For New Contractors

February 23, 2011

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(Des Moines, Iowa) - Jacobson Companies has announced an increase in their sign-on bonus offered to owner operators. Effective immediately, new contractors who sign with Jacobson will receive $2,500, up from the previous $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Maverick Transportation Announces New Truck Order of 500 Units

February 22, 2011

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Maverick Transportation, LLC, recently announced that they will begin taking delivery on 500 new trucks in the 2nd quarter of 2011. The fleet upgrade will consist of 2011 Freightliner Cascadias equipped with the latest in safety technology and driver comfort. ...

Trimac Transportation Wins 2011 Best Fleets to Drive For by The TCA

February 21, 2011

Houston, TX- The Truckload Carrier Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge announced Trimac Transportation as a winner of the 2011 Best Fleets to Drive For award. The award recognizes North American carriers whom provide the best work environments for their drivers and ...

Bay & Bay Transportation Recognizes Outstanding Drivers

February 21, 2011

Bay & Bay Transportation recognized outstanding drivers at its First Annual Driver Award Banquet held January 19, 2011 at the Pool & Yacht Club in Lilydale, MN.

Drivers Can Now Submit Comments To FMCSA Through TripPak Mobile

February 21, 2011

Drivers can now submit comments to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on the proposed Hours of Service (HOS) rules directly from their smart phone via TripPak MOBILE.  TripPak MOBILE is a free application that is available for download ...

MAVERICK NAMES 2010 DRIVER OF THE YEAR

February 15, 2011

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Maverick Transportation announced Ed Tillman of Doniphan, MO, as their 2010 Driver of the Year on Friday, February 4, 2010 at their annual Driver of the Year award presentation.

Averitt Continues to Expand Flatbed Services, Adds Jobs

February 15, 2011

Averitt Express continues to expand the flatbed operation it launched in early 2009 and is ready to add even more drivers due to growth.

INCREASED BUSINESS OPENS UP OWNER-OPERATOR OPPORTUNITIES

February 11, 2011

Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking currently have more than 250 Owner-Operators behind the wheel and are looking to add more to the fleet. Crete and Shaffer take pride in the fact that they have a reputation of hiring the most ...

TCA Announces 2011 Best Fleets to Drive For

February 11, 2011

Twenty companies are recognized for having the best workplaces for truck drivers; five upcoming companies are identified as “Best Fleets to Watch”

AVAILABILITY BONUS FOR TEAM DRIVERS AT LAND SPAN, INC. OFFERS MORE FLEXIBILITY

February 07, 2011

Land Span, Inc. recently launched its availability bonus program to team company drivers, offering them more flexibility and control over their earnings. The program allows teams to decide if they want to remain available for 24 days of each 28-day ...

Fikes Truck Line Partners with uDrove® to Offer Special Incentive Program

February 07, 2011

Fikes Owner/Operators Enhance Compliance and Earn More Money

Custom Rigs Pride & Polish Announces National Championship Series

February 01, 2011

Top truck beauty show winners from across the country will meet in Dallas this August to compete for the ultimate prize: the Custom Rigs Pride & Polish National Championship.

Two Truck Drivers in Running for National ‘Carhartt Tough’ Contest

February 01, 2011

Truck Drivers, John Irish from West Allis, MN and Bubba Peters from Seattle, WA are two of 12 finalists in the national Are You Carhartt Tough? Contest. Voting will take place through Feb. 28 at www.CarharttRental.com, and two grand prize ...

CRETE CARRIER OPENS NEW INDIANAPOLIS TERMINA

January 24, 2011

Crete Carrier Corporation opened the doors to its new Indianapolis, Indiana, terminal January, 28, 2011. The terminal, located on the west side of Indianapolis, sits next to Interstate 465 and Sam Jones Expressway, and can be accessed using ...

Transport America Acquires Southern Cal Transport

January 20, 2011

Eagan, MN – January 12, 2011. Transport America recently announced its acquisition of Birmingham, Alabama based Southern Cal Transport. The acquisition will create a company with more than 2,200 drivers, making it one of the top 15 for-hire ...

American Central Transport Driver Recognized for Helping Stranded Motorist

December 27, 2010

American Central Transport, Inc. (ACT) has just honored owner operator Mike Kahre for coming to the aid of a fellow motorist while on duty.

MCT Names Daniel Allen Driver of the Month

December 15, 2010

(Sioux Falls, SD) - Midwest Coast Transport (MCT) has selected Daniel Allen as the MCT Driver of the Month for October, 2010. Allen has driven with MCT since February of 2008.

Miller Transporters, Inc.

December 14, 2010

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Miller Transporters, Inc announces the opening of their newest facility in New Orleans, LA. Brandon Mosley, formerly a dispatcher at Miller’s Mobile, AL facility has accepted the position as the terminal manager. A Daphne, AL native, Brandon has ...

Roadrunner Transportation Services Announces New Contractor Sign-On Incentive Of Up To $10,000

October 22, 2010

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Roadrunner Transportation Services (RRTS) announced the addition of a sign-on incentive for new contractors who lease on with the company beginning October 1, 2010.

Barr-Nunn Transportation Commemorates 28th Year behind the Wheel

October 22, 2010

Barr-Nunn Transportation, leading national trucking firms, is happily celebrating their 28th year in operation. Although these days Barr-Nunn is among the 200 largest truckload carriers in the U.S., they proudly claim that they still run based on the ...

NEW HOME WEEKLY FLEETS AVAILABLE

October 18, 2010

Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking now have home weekly fleets available in several areas throughout the country. Drivers will be paid on practical route miles, and can enjoy home time on a weekly basis. A safe driver with a good background ...

Maverick Transportation’s Dean Newell Named ATA National Safety Director of the Year

October 18, 2010

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Maverick Transportation’s Vice President of Safety and Training, Dean Newell, was recently named National Safety Director of the Year by the American Trucking Association’s (ATA) Safety Management Council at its annual Safety & Human Resources National Conference & Exhibition in ...

In the News

October 01, 2010

  Truck-involved Traffic Fatalities Reach Historic Low; Decline by 20 Percent in 2009 The number of truck-involved traffic fatalities declined 20 percent in 2009, dropping from 4,245 in 2008 to 3,380 in 2009, the National ...

West Side Transport Offers $1,000 Sign-On Bonus For Company Drivers & Owner Operators

September 24, 2010

West Side Transport has announced its plan to pay $1,000 sign-on bonuses to all newly hired company drivers and owner operators.

Roadside Medical Clinic + Lab Offers Free Health & Wellness Checks to Celebrate National Truck

September 20, 2010

In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2010 (Sept. 19-25), Roadside Medical Clinic + Lab www.roadsidemed.com wants to thank the professional drivers who deliver the food we eat, the medicine we need, and the clothes we wear, by providing ...

Greatwide Logistics Services Recognizes Drivers and Their Families During 2010 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

September 20, 2010

Greatwide Logistics Services, a national provider of third-party logistics services, is taking time out this week - National Truck Driver Appreciation Week - to honor the work and commitment of its more than 4,000 truck drivers. Greatwide executives and senior ...

Barry Eckert Named TCA Highway Angel

September 14, 2010

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Epes Transport System driver protected a small child
who had wandered onto a busy road Barry Eckert, a professional truck driver for Epes Transport System, Inc., of Greensboro, N.C., has been named a Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Highway Angel for protecting a ...

Roadside Medical Clinic + Lab Announces Corporate and Driver Wellness Program with Covenant Transport

September 14, 2010

Roadside Medical Clinic + Lab is partnering with Covenant Transport to roll-out the Roadside Medical Driver Wellness program, giving drivers and corporate employees access to the most comprehensive wellness program in the trucking industry, including medical programs, rewards and additional ...

KLLM Increases Pay for Regional Drivers, Contractors and Lease-Contractors

September 14, 2010

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KLLM Transportation Services has announced a pay increase for its Southeast and Midwest regional lead drivers, contractors and lease-purchase contractors.

CRETE CARRIER OPENS NEW KNOXVILLE TERMINAL

September 13, 2010

Crete Carrier Corporation opened the doors to its new Knoxville, Tennessee, terminal in September. The new terminal, located west of Knoxville, sits next to Interstate 40 and Highway 321, and can be accessed using exits 364 and 362. The physical ...

H.O.W Driver, Bill Bowering Awarded National Highway Angel Recognition

September 01, 2010

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Bill Bowering, Fulton, NY native and professional Class A CDL truck driver for H.O. Wolding, Inc. (H.O.W) of Amherst, WI, was named a Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Highway Angel for steadfast bravery and compassion in the face of a deadly ...

H.O. Wolding, Inc. Introduces Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance Benefits

September 01, 2010

H.O. Wolding, Inc. (H.O.W), a leading trucking company located in Amherst, Wisconsin, with 350 tractors and 1200 trailers nationwide, recently introduced premium Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance benefits.

H.O. Wolding, Inc. Introduces Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance Benefits

September 01, 2010

H.O. Wolding, Inc. (H.O.W), a leading trucking company located in Amherst, Wisconsin, with 350 tractors and 1200 trailers nationwide, recently introduced premium Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance benefits.

H.O.W Driver, Bill Bowering Awarded National Highway Angel Recognition

September 01, 2010

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Bill Bowering, Fulton, NY native and professional Class A CDL truck driver for H.O. Wolding, Inc. (H.O.W) of Amherst, WI, was named a Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Highway Angel for steadfast bravery and compassion in the face of a deadly ...

SalSon Logistics’ Fleet Expands Impressively

August 30, 2010

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To expand its truckload division, SalSon Logistics took delivery in August of 50 Freightliner Select 2007 or newer tractors.

Hornady Transportation Purchases New Kenworth T660 Tractors

August 30, 2010

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Monroeville, Alabama - August 27, 2010 - Hornady Transportation LLC announced today that the company has purchased thirty new Kenworth T660 tractors. The new rigs are scheduled to start rolling this month. Renzy Hill, Hornady's supervisor of maintenance said the ...

CONTRACTORS & DRIVERS OF THE MONTH NAMED AT PRIME

August 23, 2010

Driving associates in Prime inc.'s refrigerated, flatbed, and tanker divisions were recently honored for exhibiting exceptional service, safety practices, professionalism and productivity.

Transport Corporation of America, Inc. (“Transport America”) Receives 2009 Mid-Sized Carrier of the Year Award from Limited Brands.

August 20, 2010

Limited Brands (NYSE: LTD) in Columbus, Ohio, recognized Transport America for the second consecutive year as the company’s Mid-Sized (Class II) Carrier of the Year. The annual award is based on a number of criteria, including on-time performance, strength of ...

New service to dispute inaccuracies on CA2010 Pre-Employment Screening Reports

August 03, 2010

Career Management. It’s just not for the Wall Street-types any more. There are now two reports that monitor the commercial motor vehicle driver: the private one monitoring your work history and performance and the government one monitoring ...

LinkAmerica Transportation Once Again Receives Top Level Certification as a SmartWay Transport Partner

July 30, 2010

LinkAmerica Transportation, a “Best In Class” transportation solutions provider, was recently recognized for re-certifying at the Top Level Certification with SmartWay Transport. Developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, SmartWay Transport is an innovative collaboration between the government and freight ...

CalArk is Pleased to Announce Their Newest Member of the Company’s “One Million Safe Miles” Club!

July 26, 2010

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CalArk is pleased to announce their newest member of the company’s “One Million Safe Miles” club! Mr. Kendall Avery, Truck # 7009, recently achieved this major milestone, which, according to company Safety Director Dennis Hilton, is the equivalent of circling ...

CVSA’s 2010 Roadcheck Results Show Strong Rate of Compliance

July 14, 2010

Results from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Roadcheck 2010 show that the commercial motor vehicle industry is hovering close to the record low out-of-service rates set during 2009.

FORWARD AIR ANNOUNCES A NEW SIGN-ON BONUS for TEAMS

July 14, 2010

GROVEPORT, OH based, Forward Air continues to grow their freight at a time many fleets are cutting back. Recently, the TLX Expedited Division announced that Owner Operator Teams that attend orientation between July 12, 2010 and September 13, 2010 will ...

4 State Trucks home of the Chrome Shop Mafia Announces… The Mafia Chrome Card

July 14, 2010

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he gang at 4 State Trucks is rolling out a great new CUSTOMER REWARDS program for old and new customers alike! This card will provide cash savings, perks and FUN for the lucky cardholder! The Mafia Chrome Card is now available and ...

Todd Roccapriore Captures Best in Show plus Five Category Wins

July 08, 2010

Todd Roccapriore of Hebron, Connecticut captured Best in Show honors and $10,000 with his custom built 2004 Peterbilt 379 at the 28th Shell Rotella ...

CRST-Malone begins new fuel reimbursement program;

July 08, 2010

Effective immediately, CRST-Malone will reimburse up to $400 in fuel for an owner operator to get to the company’s orientation in their truck. In addition, the carrier is paying a sign-on bonus for flatbed owner operators who sign on with the carrier. ...

Expedite Expo 2010 Sponsored By Big Rig Owner

July 01, 2010

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