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Bolt Express Names Team of Charles & Noreen Baldy January Drivers of the Month

January 31, 2007 (Toledo, Ohio) – Husband and wife owner operator team Charles and Noreen Baldy have been named January Drivers of the Month at Bolt Express, an expedite carrier based in Toledo. more

Decker Truck Line, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mike Juhl was selected as the January 2007 Driver/Owner-Operator of the Month

Decker Truck Line, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mike Juhl was selected as the January 2007 Driver/Owner-Operator of the Month for the Flatbed division. Mike has been at Decker Truck Line for four years now. Mike and his wife Renee reside in Somers, Iowa and enjoy their family time when Mike is not hard at work. Congratulations, Mike! more

Decker Recognizes Million Mile Team

Fort Dodge, Iowa — Decker Truck Line, Inc. recently recognized six drivers and owner-operators who have been inducted into the company’s prestigious Million Mile Team. The inductees for 2006 recognized for attaining one million miles are: Kenneth Harden of Tinley Park, IL; William Locke of Fort Dodge, Iowa; William Pena of Mesquite, Texas; Mark Tracy of Fort Dodge, Iowa; Daniel Welsh of Pittsburgh, PA; and Charlie Wilson of Hartford, Iowa. more

20-Year Driving Veteran Finds Support with FFE

Jonathan Leisner of Okeechobee, Fla., has spent 20 years driving a truck for a living, but considers the last 18 weeks to be hands-down the best. That is how long he has been in FFE’s Clean Slate Lease Program. “I wish I would have done this 20 years ago,” Leisner said. “FFE has given me the tools to succeed, including the support staff. I don’t have to solve my own problems.” more

Young Owner Operator Finds What He Needs at FFE

Accomplishing your dreams is a sweet success. However, seeing them come to life earlier than expected is even sweeter. Owner operator Willie May knows just how great success at a young age can be, thanks to the opportunities given to him at FFE. more

Texas Cowboy Celebrates New Truck & Career at FFE

It’s an exciting day for Donald Hatfield. On Monday, November 6, he swings into the driver’s seat of a brand-new, $125,000 truck complete with APU. As he turns the key he shares his thoughts.

“It’s nice to get into a brand-new truck with all the bells and whistles,” said Hatfield. “It is just a wonderful day to me. I’m celebrating being this successful with FFE and I’m excited that they would even offer me this truck. That takes a lot of faith.” more

Hoekstra Transportation Announces Driver of the Year 2006

St. Anne, Ill. — Hoekstra Transportation recently honored Ron Leoni as Driver of the Year for 2006. Ron came to Hoekstra in 2005 with a background in the transportation business. Since that time, Ron’s positive attitude and focus on safety has earned him recognition as Hoekstra’s 2006 Driver of the Year. more

MISSISSIPPI FOOD NETWORK ANNOUNCES 2006 HUNGER’S HERO AWARD

Jackson, MS (December 12, 2006) - Each year the Mississippi Food Network recognizes an individual and/or company with the Hunger’s Hero Awards. The Hunger’s Hero Award is the highest honor of the Network and is presented in recognition of leadership in the Network’s effort to alleviate hunger in our State. This year the award was presented to KLLM Transport Services. Earlier in the year, KLLM donated a 53 foot refrigerated trailer to Mississippi Food Network to be used in the distribution of food across the State. Jim Richards, Chief Operating Officer of KLLM, accepted the award from Floyd Sulser, Chairman of the Mississippi Food Network Board. more

Sitton Motor Lines Public Education Program Recognized

Sitton Motor Lines recently received the Missouri Statewide Highway Safety Leadership Award for the company’s dedication to the public safety education “Share the Road” program. The program focuses on the irreversible consequences of inattentive and impaired driving. more

Sitton Motor Lines Announces Most Recent Driver of the Month

Sitton Motor Lines congratulates Robert Morris on being named Driver of the Month. Morris, an owner operator from Lake Lotawana, Missouri, was also awarded Driver of the Year for 2000 in addition to this award. As Driver of the Month, he receives an embroidered jacket, a $150 savings bond, a framed certificate and a choice among other prizes. more

WARREN ANNOUNCES DRIVER AWARD

Warren Transport, Inc. is proud to announce that Gustavo Cantu, an independent contractor, owner/operator with Warren, has been selected as their December Driver of the Month. more

WH Transportation Announces their 2006 Honors Fleet Award Recipients

(Wausau, WI) WH Transportation Co, Inc. recently announced the recipients of the distinguished Honors Fleet award given to the top 10% of the fleet for their professional service during the past year. To be considered for the Honor Fleet award, drivers must drive a minimum of 125,000 miles during the year, have no chargeable accidents or work place injuries, have no late deliveries, and meet company parameters for idle time and speed control. Drivers receiving the award for 2006 are: more

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Trucking Associations

During tough economic downturns it's best to protect your CDL, as a Class A or B truck driver your license is your money maker. Joing a trucking association can help you network, know your rights, help with legal representation, and provide you with discounts on some products or services. The following are list quick list of trucking associations you may find of interest, click here for a complete list of trucking associations.

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• Hawaii Transportation Association
  PO Box 31066
  Honolulu, HA 96819
  Phone: (808) 833-6628
  Fax: (808) 833-8486

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• Idaho Motor Transport Association, Inc.
  5171 Overland Road
  Boise, ID 83705
  Phone: (208) 342-3521
  Fax: (208) 343-8397

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• Illinois Transportation Associations, Inc.
  1000 Estes Avenue
  Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
  Phone: (847) 952-6000
  Fax: (847) 952-6005

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• Indiana Motor Truck Association, Inc.
  1 North Capitol Avenue, Suite 460
  Indianapolis, IN 46204
  Phone: (317) 630-4682
  Fax: (317) 638-5380

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• Iowa Motor Truck Association, Inc.
  717 East Court
  Des Moines, IA 50309
  Phone: (515) 244-5193
  Fax: (515) 244-2204

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• Kansas Motor Carriers Association
  PO Box 1673
  Topeka, KS 66601
  Phone: (785) 267-1641
  Fax: (785) 266-6551

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• Kentucky Motor Transport Association, Inc.
  134 Walnut Street
  Frankfort, KY 40601
  Phone: (502) 695-4055
  Fax: (502) 695-9026

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• Louisiana Motor Transport Association
  P.O. Box 80278 4838 Bennington Avenue (70808)
  Baton Rouge, LA 70898
  Phone: (504) 928-5682
  Fax: (504) 928-0500

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• Maine Motor Transport Association, Inc.
  PO Box 857
  Augusta, ME 04332
  Phone: (207) 623-4128
  Fax: (207) 623-4096

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• Maryland Motor Truck Association
  3000 Washington Boulevard
  Baltimore, MD 21230
  Phone: (410) 644-4600
  Fax: (410) 644-2537

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• Massachusetts Motor Transportation Association, Inc.
  Ten Liberty Square Fifth Floor
  Boston, MA 02109
  Phone: (617) 695-3512
  Fax: (617) 695-0173

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