Redmon discusses ‘Ice Road Truckers’ 97 comment(s)
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IdleAire closing leaves truckers in cold 44 comment(s)
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How to Become an O/O: To lease or not to lease 28 comment(s)
Pilot, Flying J wrap up merger 27 comment(s)
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Dave Redmon fired from one IRT show, quits other 20 comment(s)
New rule retains the 11-hour driving limit 18 comment(s)

Fleet Insider

Paramount Freight Systems jumps into the small carrier scene in award-winning fashion; meanwhile truckers and carriers receive recognition and awards.

TCA names fleet safety winners

January 31, 2012

All division winners are eligible to compete for two grand prizes, one for less than 25 million annual miles and one for 25 million or more annual miles.

TCA names 20 ‘Best Fleets’ for drivers

January 27, 2012

Contest and survey identified North American for-hire trucking companies that provide the best workplace experiences for their drivers.

Three compete for TCA company driver award

January 12, 2012

Contenders are James Coles of MacKinnon Transport, John Moeller of Roehl Transport and Ronald Round of Pottle’s Transportation.

Guy Knudsen named TCA Highway Angel

January 6, 2012

Driver for ABF Freight System was recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association for assisting a woman at an accident scene.

Lemelin named Highway Angel

December 28, 2011

The Truckload Carriers Association has recognized driver for N. Yanke Transfer for coming to aid of couple in burning truck.

Lothary named Highway Angel

December 16, 2011

Tom Joy & Son Trucking driver assisted injured at accident scene.

Groups plan Stand Up for Trucking day

December 15, 2011

Shippers and carriers are working collectively so congressional and Senate representatives understand how trucking contributes to the country’s well-being.

TCA promotes Highway Angel video

December 14, 2011

TCA is encouraging truckers to watch Lindsay Lawler’s new “Highway Angel” music video.

11 carriers selected for TCA weight-loss contest

December 8, 2011

The competition will offer prizes for the fleet and individual who achieve the greatest percentages of weight loss.

For the Record

FMCSA sends final hours rule to the White House, study shows thousands of U.S. bridges deficient, Mexican truck crosses border in new program and many more industry news items are featured.

Mississippi officials oppose higher truck weights

November 17, 2011

Senate and House bills would increase truck weight limit to 97,000 pounds for six axles.

Marcus Beam named TCA Highway Angel of the Year

November 16, 2011

Epes Transport System driver rescued woman and two children from overturned car.

Driver of the Month | William Hill

November 9, 2011

Greatwide driver William Hill sees no need to rush it — navigating New York City traffic behind the wheel of his truck is right where he wants to be, he says. He enjoys the Big Apple every day he runs it.