Talking TCA Archives

Heroes on the road: TCA names 2025 Highway Angels of the Year

Dana Guthrie - February 2, 2026

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is naming its 2025 Highway Angels of the Year, recognizing their extraordinary acts of courage, compassion and professionalism while on

Tory McQueen named first recipient of the TCA Individual On-demand Education Award

Dana Guthrie - January 30, 2026

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), in partnership with PCS Software, is announcing Tory McQueen, HR & compliance manager for Parish Transport has been named the

TCA announces 2026 class of Elite Fleet certified carriers

Linda Garner-Bunch - January 27, 2026

ARLINGTON, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named 57 North American motor carriers to the association’s 2026 class of TCA Elite Fleet certified

18 selected for TCA’s Elevate Young Leadership Program, Class of 2026

Linda Garner-Bunch - January 16, 2026

ARLINGTON, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has selected 18 emerging transportation leaders for the 2026 TCA Elevate Young Leadership Program. Built to cultivate

TCA announces 18 Fleet Safety Award winners in 50th annual competition

Linda Garner-Bunch - January 14, 2026

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association has selected 18 division winners for its 2025 Fleet Safety Awards. These annual awards recognize truckload carriers that

Why education is the biggest focus at Truckload 2026

Dana Guthrie - January 9, 2026

WASHINGTON — As market pressure, regulatory uncertainty, workforce challenges and cost volatility continue to define the truckload operating environment, TCA’s education program for Truckload 2026

TCA Driver of the Year: Cheema’s Scott Lindsey shares both his knowledge and his success with peers

Cliff Abbott - December 31, 2025

Even the most experienced driver can learn something new, especially when it concerns a side of the trucking industry that isn’t seen from the cab

TCA announces discounted carrier registration for Truckload 2026

Dana Guthrie - December 17, 2025

WASHINGTON — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is now offering discounted registration rates for Truckload 2026. “Our industry continues to be plagued by uncertainty,” TCA

Don’t miss out: TCA’s key roundtable discussions at Truckload 2026

Dana Guthrie - December 15, 2025

The 2026 TCA Annual Convention includes a refreshed slate of moderated, topic-driven Roundtable Discussions designed to spark candid dialogue, peer-to-peer learning and practical takeaways you

Truckload 2026: How carriers are preparing for the next cycle

Dana Guthrie - December 10, 2025

WASHINGTON — At Truckload 2026, four of the industry’s most influential executives will walk through the KPIs and economic signals they rely on to guide

Whether he’s on the road or on Capitol Hill, Gerald Rhoden represents the best of the trucking industry

Cliff Abbott - November 5, 2025

There are many reasons a person might choose a career as a professional truck driver, but Gerald Rhoden, a 4-million-mile safe driver for Dallas-based Stevens

Nominations open for TCA Professional Drivers of the Year

Dana Guthrie - October 20, 2025

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is opening nomination for the TCA Professional Drivers of the Year program. “Professional truck drivers are essential to the supply

Raising the safety bar: TCA Fleet Safety Awards applications now open

Dana Guthrie - October 9, 2025

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is now accepting applications for the TCA Fleet Safety Awards. The TCA Fleet Safety Awards is a program that recognizes

TCA president Jim Ward announces retirement

Dana Guthrie - October 3, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is announcing the retirement of its president, Jim Ward. “This decision has been in the works for

TCA launches 75% discount on introductory membership for new carrier members

Dana Guthrie - September 10, 2025

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is announcing a limited-time Motor Carrier Introductory Membership Campaign, offering 75% off first-year dues for new carrier members. “This campaign

NFL legend Jimmy Johnson on board as keynote speaker for Truckload 2026

Dana Guthrie - September 10, 2025

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is announcing NFL legend Jimmy Johnson as the keynote speaker for its annual convention in 2026. “We’re excited to welcome

Is your fleet the best around? Enrollment now open for 2026 TCA Elite Fleet Program

Dana Guthrie - September 8, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va. — Enrollment for the 2026 Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Elite Fleet Program is officially open. “This exciting certification program, created in partnership with

Perry Carter, TCA Professional Driver of the Year: ‘If you’re not learning something every day, there’s something wrong’

Dana Guthrie - September 8, 2025

A native of Marion, North Carolina, Perry Carter is quickly cementing his legacy as a driving force on the road as well as in the

TCA rolls out 75% membership discount on introductory membership for new carriers

Dana Guthrie - September 3, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) is announcing a limited-time Motor Carrier Introductory Membership Campaign, offering 75% off first-year dues for new carrier

Erica Bledsoe brings fresh enthusiasm as TCA’s membership engagement manager

Dana Guthrie - September 3, 2025

A native of northern Virginia, Erica Bledsoe brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) as the membership engagement manager.