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J&M Tank Lines' Sumerford elected ATA Chairman
By Al Muskewitz NASHVILLE, Tenn. –Harold Sumerford Jr., CEO of Birmingham, Ala.-based J&M Tank Lines, was elected chairman of the American ...
Oct 27, 2021
TMC Partners with Master for MasterMind® TMS Cloud-Based Solution
In the ever-present interest of digital transformation in the transportation and logistics industry, TMC is collaborating with Mastery, led by industr...
Oct 22, 2021
TMC Announces Trainer of the Month
With over thirty years of driving experience, Charles Duncan still loves what he does. Seventeen of those years have been with TMC. TMC attempted to ...
Sep 02, 2021
Setting a Standard
Companies vie for drivers every day in this industry. Cent-by-cent increases are commonplace and many come with conditions. This year, A.D. Trans...
Aug 17, 2021
Scholarships from Supply Chain
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Scholarship Fund announces its provision of financial assistance to the most recipients in its 48-year histo...
Jul 09, 2021
Level 3 Inspection Automation
Weigh stations are a dreaded stop for drivers, especially when law enforcement is standing by to perform inspections. By June 30, several states cut ...
Jul 07, 2021
4 Reasons to Become a Truck Driver
The life of a professional truck driver is a varied one. Now that the economy is steadily improving, truck driving has become a viable option for peo...
Jun 23, 2021
Ohio CDL School Suspends Operation
The global pandemic may seem to be coming to an end for many, but TDDS Technical Institute in Lake Milton, Ohio, is still feeling the effects and has...
Jun 18, 2021
Peterbilt Brings Brand-New Model 579 to Smith Transport
Companies across the country are competing aggressively with one another to snag drivers to sit their trucks. A number of factors contribute to each ...
Jun 17, 2021
US Demands Standards for Automatic Braking in Heavy Trucks
Since 2015, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recommended that vehicles come standard with automatic emergency braking or collision...
Jun 14, 2021
Up the Speed with TMC
TMC is excited to announce that starting immediately, they will be working towards turning their trucks' maximum speed from the previous 62 mph t...
Jun 09, 2021
Recruiter Spotlight on TLI's Meagan Wilson
This driver recruiter has twice the truckers on her hands: Meagan Wilson recruits teams for Transco Lines, Inc. Her Bachelor's Degree is in Business ...
Jun 09, 2021
Millis Transfer Raises the Bar for Driver Pay
This company has grown to a 700+ truck carrier primarily operating east of the Mississippi River. Millis Transfer now announces a significant pay inc...
Jun 08, 2021
Melton Truck Lines, Inc. Announces Largest Driver Pay Increase in Company History
Melton Truck Lines, a premier air-ride flatbed carrier based in Tulsa, Okla., recently announced a driver pay increase. All company drivers will rece...
Jun 02, 2021
TMC Announces Driver of the First Quarter: Ricky Waters
TMC announced the Driver of the First Quarter of 2021: Ricky Waters. Waters has been with TMC for more than 27 years and proved his dependability ove...
May 28, 2021
J&R Schugel Wraps Truck in Support of Mental Health Awareness
To support Mental Health Awareness Month in May, J&R Schugel Trucking wrapped a 2022 Kenworth T680 semi-truck to raise awareness about a topic th...
May 27, 2021
Where KeHE Goes, Goodness Follows: Hiring Event this June
KeHE Distributors is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor. The company is rapidly growing, so there’s never been a more excit...
May 27, 2021
TMC Announces 2020 Wheel Master
Paul Meyers recently earned TMC's 2020 Wheel Master title. There was no better time to congratulate Meyers on his accomplishment than on his 25th ann...
May 20, 2021
First Truck Show of 2021
The first truck show of the year will be July 16-17, 2021 in Fort Wayne, Ind. Whether you’re a driver, owner-operator, or fleet owner, you'll find ...
May 17, 2021
I-40 Bridge Closure Causing Industry Issues
Drivers hauling loads through Mississippi will take costly detours this month – and possibly many months to come – after a large crack was discov...
May 17, 2021
Pipeline Hack Hypes Panic
Multiple gas stations are without fuel along the East Coast following a ransomware attack that shut down the Colonial Pipeline earlier this week. Ner...
May 12, 2021
Where KeHE Goes, Goodness Follows: Hiring Event in Illinois
KeHE Distributors is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor. The company is rapidly growing, so there's never been a more exciting...
May 11, 2021
Nationwide Fuel Shortage Not Due to Shortage of Fuel
By Reagan Payne Whether in the industry or in the news, every individual has at least heard of the truck driver shortage. Coming in hot this summ...
May 04, 2021
Thousands of Dollars Added to Roehl Drivers' Annual Income
Roehl Transport will increase truck driver pay for a second time this year. This comes as no surprise with driver demand through the roof. This incr...
May 03, 2021
2019 Owner Operator of the Year Saved By PPP Loan
Coming off the high of winning 2019 Owner Operator of the Year by Truckload Carriers Association, Kevin Kocmich faced hard times much like the rest o...
Apr 23, 2021
Andrus Accelerates Final Mile
Many drivers waste away waiting to unload cargo. In the Los Angeles area, the average wait time is about 3.2 hours. For these drivers, it is no diffe...
Apr 20, 2021
SMMC 2021 Roadside Inspection
By Reagan Payne Last week, Brian Starks found himself in an interstate impasse when his driver-side air brake system malfunctioned. He knew it wa...
Apr 16, 2021
CRST’s Record-Breaking Team Driver Pay
Across all divisions, CRST offers many driving partners the option to choose increased home time packages, dedicated routes, and career opportunities...
Apr 12, 2021
Pulling for Pink Panthers
By Reagan Payne Pink isn't a color one might quickly associate with the trucking industry, but it's a prominent shade with one of the fastest...
Apr 09, 2021
Truckers of Tomorrow from the Troops of Today
By Reagan Payne Young ladies all across the country are being introduced to the world of transportation with fun activities and role models that ...
Apr 08, 2021
The Heart of Legacy Express
The journey began at Mercury Marine, a Fortune 500 company based in Fond du Lac, Wis. Two coworkers with big dreams and a brotherly bond built Le...
Apr 07, 2021
Getting Fit is Possible with Fit’s Possible Trucking
By Reagan Payne As she made her way in traffic down I-20 in Alabama several years ago, an overwhelming sense of sadness swept over Candace Rivers...
Apr 01, 2021
Recruiter Spotlight on Danica Long of Roehl Transport
Danica Long's spotlight came by high recommendation from Tim Norlin, who received a spotlight last year. Her experience in this industry, specificall...
Mar 30, 2021
TransAm Boosts Driver Pay
With an industry-wide driver shortage and turnover often at or above 100%, TransAm Trucking, Inc. takes the steps to keep the drivers it has – and...
Mar 30, 2021
Legislation for the Ladies
By Reagan Payne Senator Tammy Baldwin shattered Wisconsin’s glass ceiling when the 2nd Congressional District elected her the state’s first f...
Mar 26, 2021
Werner Driver Wins Big
By Reagan Payne Allen Parker is known by his community for his singing voice. He belts out a proud national anthem at the Jefferson County Speedwa...
Mar 23, 2021
12 Questions to Ask Your Recruiter
Looking for a new terminal to hang your trailer on? The driver shortage has companies fighting one another tooth and nail for a driver's allegiance. ...
Mar 16, 2021
Be Wary in Work Zones
On average, over 700 deaths occur in work zones yearly. Truck and passenger vehicle drivers both need to be particularly careful while traveling thro...
Mar 15, 2021
Tax Tips for Owner Operators
By Reagan Payne Being an owner operator opens up a multitude of opportunities for truckers. Taking charge in business always comes with a price: ...
Mar 04, 2021
Google and J.B. Hunt Announce Alliance
By Reagan Payne Google is the household name for search engines, making up 87% of all web searches. Lately, the cloud computing tech vendor is ma...
Mar 03, 2021
Recruiter Spotlight: Total Transport's Destin Smith
This Director of Recruiting proves that any background is the perfect background for the trucking industry. Starting off in the sports field with col...
Feb 25, 2021
Beat the Bottlenecks
What causes a truck to slow to 45 miles per hour on a major roadway? You probably ask yourself that every time you get caught up in one of those slow...
Feb 24, 2021
Million Mile Maxims
Collected from drivers with one million or more miles, here are some tips to keep drivers safe on their everyday treks. 1. Keep an eye out for ice...
Feb 23, 2021
Truckers' Role in Fight Against Trafficking
By Reagan Payne We push aside some of the nation’s greatest issues simply because we do not think they happen in our backyard. Human traffickin...
Feb 22, 2021
Answering the Call
Retired Army veteran turns her bakery into a rescue kitchen to help stranded truckers, motorists in Mississippi. By Reagan Payne Evelyn Fletche...
Feb 17, 2021
5 Ways to Check for Trafficking
The following is a list of known indicators that some sort of human trafficking is occurring. If you or anyone you know witnesses any of these situat...
Feb 16, 2021
Dates Along the Drive
Valentine’s Day quickly approaches. Many of those who find themselves constantly on the road wonder how to best celebrate this holiday of love from...
Feb 12, 2021
Destroying Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is an inescapable issue for everyone on the road. While safety policies are effective, the industry is turning to technology to he...
Feb 04, 2021
14 Valentine's Day Gifts for Your Trucker
1. Quick-dry towels Make on-the-go showers quick and easy for your driver! 2. Custom Cartoon Portrait Is your trucker a fan of those yel...
Feb 04, 2021
Recruiter Spotlight: CRST’s Jessica Mims
Over the past several years, Jessica Mims has been recognized for exceeding hiring goals at CRST. Her drive for success and ability to commit to goal...
Feb 03, 2021
Variant Verified Valiant
At a time when drivers are worrying about technology invading job security, one carrier uses artificial intelligence to its advantage. Variant change...
Feb 02, 2021
CRST Comes Through
Every person around the globe continues to feel the impact of the pandemic caused by COVID-19. CRST Dedicated Solutions plays an essential role in ba...
Jan 28, 2021
Marten Smartens Generations to Come
By Reagan Payne As college degrees become an expensive standard for the younger generations of the country, Marten Transport offers financial...
Jan 27, 2021
7 Podcast Picks for Truckers
Some about trucking, some not, there's something for everyone in this list. 7. Trucking After Hours Hosted by experienced father-and-son tr...
Jan 26, 2021
Autonomous Trucks: Debunked
By Reagan Payne Drivers all across the nation hear treacherous tales of self-driving trucks. Carriers that carry themselves down the interstate t...
Jan 25, 2021
U.S. Xpress Shifts to Impress
A change in leadership promises a focus on drivers; new CCO Jake Lawson wants to focus on developing a stronger team By Reagan PayneJake Lawson is...
Jan 25, 2021
Catch up with Koch
Among countless offers and incentives offered to drivers trying to buy their labor and loyalty, Koch brings something special to the table. From fest...
Jan 20, 2021
12 Must-See Trucker Talkies
Whether you be on the road or on the couch at home, these feature films will keep truckers and families alike on the edge of their seats. 12. Smok...
Jan 19, 2021
Hone In on Home Time
Drivers everywhere long for more time at home. Potential drivers are wary of the profession because they worry about missing out on nightly routines....
Jan 13, 2021
Top 5 Truck Stop Attractions
While some truckers might list Pilot, Love's, or TA as their favorite road-side stops, we all know that Ma and Pop shops offer something special. Whe...
Jan 12, 2021
Making Money Moves
By Reagan Payne Saving the money we make can be difficult for anyone in the work force. For those always on the road, even more spending temptatio...
Jan 12, 2021
Top 10 World-Famous Truck Drivers
10. Sean Connery Connery, best known for his role as the original James Bond, spent some time in an 18-wheel trucking machine before upgrading...
Jan 11, 2021
Forward Air Pushes Forward
By Reagan Payne Any company looks good in the good times. While odds seem to pile up against its favor, Forward Air broke into a new 52-week high...
Jan 07, 2021
Long-Distance for Lads
By Reagan PayneIn an industry with growing demand and a shrinking labor force, executives everywhere are figuring ways around the gap. An age-old ave...
Jan 06, 2021
Love for the Long Haul
By Reagan Payne For those who live on the road, it can be easy to look for love in all the wrong places. Dating sites, set-ups, and long-distance...
Jan 05, 2021
New Year, New Pay
Epes offers historic pay increase, GP Transco boosts profit sharing Truckers, we made it. 2020 is behind us all. The year of lay-offs, grocery she...
Jan 04, 2021
Truckloads of Treasures
By Reagan Payne The trucking industry does much more than just deliver gifts to locations anxiously awaiting their arrival. Companies dove into t...
Dec 30, 2020
Putting an End to the Pandemic
By Reagan Payne With COVID-19 continuing to ravage the country, the American public is excited to learn the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FD...
Dec 14, 2020
Wheeling Wreaths Across America
By Reagan Payne Plenty of trucking companies tout their veteran-friendly workplaces and accomplishments. A true testament to veteran dedication i...
Dec 11, 2020
Recruiter Spotlight: Roehl Transport's Tim Norlin
By Reagan Payne Tim Norlin, Vice President of Driver Employment at Roehl Transport, was recently named Transport Topics’ Recruiter Professional ...
Dec 08, 2020
Pets on the Pedal
A number of carriers allow pets in the cab, but it's important to know the rules By Reagan Payne Drivers are always looking for ways to make th...
Dec 07, 2020
Significant Savings Solutions
By Reagan Payne As companies race to deliver the best fuel economy to its company drivers or to help the profit margins of its owner-operator...
Dec 02, 2020
Industry Tech
By Reagan Payne Across the board, the trucking industry is making strides to reduce its carbon footprint. From adjusting the machines already on ...
Dec 01, 2020
‘Tis the Season of Black Ice and Chained Tires
By Reagan Payne Drivers and their families alike want them to stay safe on the roads this icy season. Not only does safe driving protect the carg...
Dec 01, 2020
Incentive Surge in Supply Chain
By Reagan Payne As the global pandemic continues to surge in the United States, supply chain companies are continuing their efforts to address gro...
Nov 24, 2020
Holiday Hopes for Safe Travels
By Reagan Payne Thanksgiving is coming up quickly, but not all the relatives are coming in. AAA estimates air travel will be down by half this hol...
Nov 24, 2020
Transport America Dedicated to Dedicated
By Reagan Payne Dedicated shipping is a growing favorite in the trucking industry. From the shipper to the customer, and even the drivers themselv...
Nov 19, 2020
Rainbow Rider Makes Colorful Comeback
By Reagan Payne Hirschbach Motor Lines recently unveiled the newly wrapped, pride-themed Rainbow Rider Truck with LGBT Truckers, the first and lar...
Nov 18, 2020
Walmart Makes Room for E-Commerce
By Reagan PayneThe global pandemic known as “The Coronavirus” keeps most Americans from their once-leisurely grocery store stroll. With masks and...
Nov 17, 2020
Trucking Treats Toys for Tots
We love to see big companies giving back during the holiday season, especially in these trying times we all know as “2020.” Many families around ...
Nov 17, 2020
Amazon Joins Middle-Mile Logistics
By Reagan PayneWhen the public thinks of Amazon delivery, Prime comes to mind for most. They have recently been notorious for their last-mile deliver...
Nov 13, 2020
$5,000 Bet on New Drivers
By Reagan PayneAnyone in the trucking industry is no stranger to the truck driver turnover rate. According to the American Trucking Association (ATA)...
Nov 13, 2020
Truck Developers Implement Fossil Fuel Alternatives
By Reagan PayneTruck developers Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and Cummins, Inc. are making planet-saving strides towards fossil fuel alternativ...
Nov 12, 2020
U.S. Xpress, Cargo Amp Up Incentives for Drivers
By Reagan PayneTruck drivers are in high demand these days and the only thing more important than getting them is keeping them. That’s why companie...
Nov 11, 2020
Indiana College Launches CDL+ Training Program
By Reagan PayneIt is clear to anyone involved in the trucking industry there is a crippling driver shortage. In an effort to shorten the gap between ...
Nov 11, 2020
Hiremaster Clients Recognized for Going Green
By Reagan PayneIn May 2020, Werner Enterprises introduced an initiative aimed to drive innovation in transportation. Increasing the workday efficienc...
Nov 10, 2020