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, specifically in retention, proves to be extremely effective and valuable for Roehl Transport. HM:…


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 hire the ones it does not. TransAm recently announced…


For LB3, the 3 Means 3 Winners

Small carrier wins big at Alabama Fleet Safety Awards By Al MuskewitzBrian Lindley was both honored and humbled last year when his LB3 trucking company was recognized as the safest fleet in the state of…


While Many Park, Alabama Planning a TDC

By Al MuskewitzThe National Truck Driving Championship may be canceled for the second year in a row, but by popular demand the Alabama Trucking Association is determined to get back on the course. “We have…


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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 female member of Congress. Bigger than Wisconsin: she was the nation’s first openly gay challenger…


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 Speedway in Nebraska and before local minor league baseball games….


MVT Retools Operations for Better Home Time

Almost every driver and industry survey conducted in recent years has indicated that more home time is among the biggest factors (behind better pay) a driver considers when thinking of changing fleets.  Mesilla Valley Transportation…


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. Here are 12 questions to ask before you accept the…


Bay & Bay Ups Its Pay for Independent Contractors

EAGAN, Minn. – Bay & Bay Transportation has been aggressively raising its pay package for its over-the-road professionals and last week made another big move for its independent contractors. Effective immediately, the company will offer…


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 through these zones. 1. Research your route Utilize routing map apps like…