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Press News for August, 2008
Barr-Nunn Raises Pay Cap for Owner Operators.
Granger IA- August 13, 2007 - Barr-Nunn Transportation continues to be a leader in the transportation industry. They offer outstanding pay packages and programs to keep Owner Operators and Company Drivers happy and loyal. more news
Barr-Nunn Joins Iowa State Fair Parade Again in 2008
Granger, IA - August 13, 2008 - Barr-Nunn Transportation, a leader in the industry, is proud to have been a part of the Iowa State Fair, known as America’s classic state fair, and its parade again in 2008. more news
Marten Transport, Ltd. Recognizes June Drivers of the Month
Mondovi, Wis. – Marten Transport recently announced their Drivers of the Month for June 2008. The company proudly recognizes the following professional drivers for their commitment to operating safely and congratulates them on their outstanding effort...more news
Barr-Nunn Increases Driver Appreciation Bonus
Granger, IA - August 7, 2008 - Barr-Nunn Transportation, a leader in the industry, is proud to announce yet another outstanding recognition of the hard work its drivers put forth. more news
DECKER ANNOUNCES JULY 2008 DRIVERS OF THE MONTH
Fort Dodge, Iowa-Decker Truck Line, Inc. is pleased to announce that Tom Shadle was selected as the July 2008 Owner-Operator of the Month for the Flatbed division. Selected as Driver of the Month for the Reefer/Van division was Bill Leedom. more news
Interstate First to Integrate New DriverTech In-Cab Scanning System
Tacoma, Wash.—Interstate Distributor Co. is pleased to announce the integration of a completely new in-cab scanning system into its fleet. Designed by DriverTech, it expedites billing processes, decreases wait time for important documents and provides added convenience to the customer...more news
Truck driver Jeff Zoellick likes driving at night. He says he finds there is less traffic and less hassle, which usually means there is less to worry about. Usually.
About two weeks ago, Jeff was headed west on I-40 in northern Texas. He was making his way to California when he decided to take exit 124 off the interstate to check his map and log books. Shortly after parking, he heard a "slapping" noise on his trailer...more news
DECKER ANNOUNCES JUNE 2008 DRIVERS OF THE MONTH
Fort Dodge, Iowa -Decker Truck Line, Inc. recently announced that Warren Erxleben was selected as the June 2008 Driver of the Month for the Flatbed division. Erxleben is nearing his three-year anniversary at Decker. Jerry Chapman, Erxleben’s dispatcher, says, "Warren is an excellent driver, he is hard working, never complains and always wants to keep busy."...more news
PRIME DRIVERS AWARDED AT MISSOURI TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIP
Springfield, MO (July 11, 2008) - Prime, inc. announces that three Prime drivers were top award winners at the Missouri Trucking Association’s Truck Driving Championships held recently at the John Q. Hammons Convention Center in Joplin, June 6 & 7. Awarded were: more news
KLLM DRIVERS AWARDED AT MISSISSIPPI TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIP
Jackson, MS-KLLM Transport Services announces that four KLLM drivers were top award winners at the Mississippi Trucking Association’s Truck Driving Championships held recently in Tupelo. Awarded were: more news
Barr-Nunn Announces Pay Raise for Midwest & Ohio Regional Drivers
Granger, IA – July 9, 2008 - Barr-Nunn Transportation, a leader in the industry, is proud to announce yet another outstanding recognition of the hard work its drivers put forth. more news
CalArk International Inc Announces Opening of New Terminal
Mabelvale, AR-CalArk International Inc. recently opened its newest terminal in Taylor, MI, approximately 18 miles southwest of Detroit. more news
Ruan Driver Receives Million Mile Safety Award
DES MOINES, Iowa — Ruan Transport Corporation recently honored driver John Gorman, who received the Ruan Million Mile Safety Award. This remarkable achievement recognizes his one million miles of accident-free driving for Ruan. more news
DECKER ANNOUNCES MARCH 2008 DRIVERS OF THE MONTH
Fort Dodge, Iowa-Decker Truck Line, Inc. recently introduced their March 2008 Drivers of the Month. Rick Catherwood was selected from the flatbed division and Rodney Knapp was selected from the reefer/van division... more news
DECKER ANNOUNCES APRIL 2008 DRIVERS OF THE MONTH
Fort Dodge, Iowa-Decker Truck Line, Inc. recently announced that John Kilmer was selected as the April 2008 Driver of the Month for the Flatbed division and Jerry Birkey was selected for the Reefer/Van division. more news
MAGNUM ANNOUNCES PAY INCREASE
Indianapolis, IN-Magnum Express, Inc recently announced that, effective June 29, all company drivers pay will increase .5 or 1/2 a cent per mile. Owner operator pay will also increase an additional .5 or 1/2 cent per mile. more news
ATS Driver takes home first place finish.
St. Cloud, Minn. — June 18, 2008 — Anderson Trucking Service, Inc. (ATS) is pleased to congratulate driver David Grim who received 1st Place in the Minnesota Truck Driving Championships held June 6th - 8th, 2008. Grim came to ATS Inc. as a company driver in April 2005, and then became an Owner Operator, purchasing a new truck last year. The Truck Driving Championship is an annual competition hosted by the Minnesota Trucking Association. more news
Hormel Presents “Spirit of Excellence” Award to Decker Truck Line, Inc.
Fort Dodge, Iowa-Hormel Foods Corporation has selected 71 of its suppliers to receive awards for providing quality service and/or products to the multinational marketer of consumer-branded meat and food products. Hormel presented Decker Truck Line, Inc. a Spirit of Excellence award on May 8th, 2008. more new
< BackTrucking 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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Rhode Island Trucking Association
660 Roosevelt Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Phone: (401) 729-5210
Fax: (401) 729-5220 -
South Carolina Trucking Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 50166
Columbia, SC 29250
Phone: (803) 799-4306
Fax: (803) 254-7148 -
South Dakota Trucking Association
P.O. Box 89008
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Phone: (605) 334-8871
Fax: (605) 334-1938 -
Tennessee Trucking Association
4531 Trousdale Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
Phone: (615) 777-2882
Fax: (615) 777-2024 -
Texas Motor Transportation Association, Inc
700 East 11th Street
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 478-2541
Fax: (512) 474-6494 -
Utah Motor Transport Association
975 West 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84119
Phone: (801) 973-9370
Fax: (801) 973-8515 -
Vermont Truck & Bus Association, Inc.
192 South Main Street 2nd Floor
Barre, VT 05641
Phone: (802) 479-1778
Fax: (802) 479-1395 -
Virginia Trucking Association
1707 Summit Avenue Suite 110
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: (804) 355-5371
Fax: (804) 358-1374 -
Washington D.C. Area Trucking Association
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 838-1840
Fax: (703) 836-6070 -
Washington Trucking Associations, Inc.
930 South 336th Street Suite B
Federal Way, WA 98003
Phone: (253) 838-1650
Fax: (253) 838-1715 -
West Virginia Motor Truck Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 5187, Capitol Station
Charleston, WV 25361
Phone: (304) 345-2800
Fax: (304) 345-0308 -
Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association
PO Box 44849
Madison, WI 53744
Phone: (608) 833-8200
Fax: (608) 833-2875 -
Wyoming Trucking Association
555 North Poplar Street
Casper, WY 82601
Phone: (307) 234-1579
Fax: (307) 234-7082
Events in Trucking
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UTA 10th Annual Convention
Sponsored by Used Truck Association (UTA)
San Antonio, TX
Contact: 877-GETS-UTA
7355 North Woodland Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46278
Phone: 800-827-7468
Fax: 317-299-1356
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Annual Meeting & TransComp
Sponsored by National Industrial Transportation League (NITL)
Anaheim, CA
1700 N. Moore Street, Suite 1900
Arlington, VA 22209-1904
Phone: 703-524-5011
Fax: 703-524-5017
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Hirschbach
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JB Hunt Transport
Base Terminal:Lowell, AR ( 6 openings )Company Drivers: J.B. Hunt Transport has long been known as home to the industry's best Over the Road jobs, and while we're proud of our OTR heritage, we are also proud of the diversity of driving jobs we offer. Did you know we're home to the industry's best local and regional driving jobs... ..read more
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McLeod Express, LLC
Base Terminal:Decatur, IL ( 1 opening )McLeod Express is offering regional positions if you live within 550 miles of Decatur, Illinois paying $ .32cpm . Call 866-379-8377 today to learn more about this offer. O/O $1.02 per mile, fuel protection plan, tolls, lumpers, scale tickets paid, layover pay $150. ..read more
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C.R. England
Base Terminal:Salt Lake City, UT ( 1 opening )C.R. England, Inc. is NOW HIRING NATIONWIDE for over-the-road truck drivers to keep our company ranked #1! C.R. England is currently hiring individuals with no truck driver experience, experienced truck drivers, and graduates from other truck driving schools. If you want an exciting career as a... ..read more
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Overbee Trans
Base Terminal:Whitewater, WI ( 4 openings )Dry Van Operation running East of I 35. Reefer Operation running from Midwest to east coast. Always looking for high quality Owner Operators who want to make money and run miles. ..read more
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Palmentere Bros Cartage Service Inc.
Base Terminal:Kansas City, MO ( 1 opening )Family run Trucking company that has been in business for 30 years. Looking for experienced drivers who know what on time deliveries is and takes pride in their jobs. If you are at least 25, have 2 years experience call us. 800-279-4403 ext 318 ..read more
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Texas Star Express
Base Terminal:Rockwall, TX ( 1 opening )Our Company Driver starting pay is now 41 cpm, earn up to 48 cpm with new mileage incentives. Our Owner Operator starting pay is now 90 cpm, earn up to $1 per mile with new mileage incentives. ..read more