veterans

Washington Company Honored for Hiring Veterans

Motor Trucks out of Everett, Wash., is being recognized for giving veterans jobs. With a staff of 32, 20 percent of them are veterans. When former Marine Jamin Woody was promoted to service manager and given authority to hire people, he made sure to hire veterans. With this being the…


Trucker Brings Fighter Jet to Maine

From Maine to Montana and back again, Eric Dashiell volunteered to bring a piece of history to Lewiston, Maine. While spending two weeks on the road, hauling a Corsair fighter jet, Dashiell’s delivery took longer then expected due to spectator curiosity along his route. Local Vietnam veterans have been trying…


U.S. Xpress Recognized for their Veteran Appreciation

During an award luncheon, U.S. Xpress was recognized for its commitment to veterans and their employment of them. The company’s specially designed tractors were mentioned as showing a very visible display of how much they appreciate veterans and all they have done for the country. They actively recruit veterans into…


Nominations Open for the Transition Trucking Award

Beginning back in March 19 and ending June 25, the nomination period for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award is open and looking for the next big winner. By the end of the year, one deserving veteran, who is new to the trucking industry, will be awarded a fully-loaded…