Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)

Welcome New Carrier Member Goga Trucking Inc! TCA is excited to welcome Goga Trucking as our newest carrier member! Based in Des Moines, Iowa, this family-owned fleet was founded in 2007 by an owner-operator with over 30 years of experience. Goga runs local, regional, and cross-country routes. They took advantage of TCA’s limited-time 75% off carrier membership discount, a great move for any fleet looking to stay informed and connected. Please join us in welcoming Safety Director Shawn Miller and the entire Goga Trucking team to TCA! #MembershipMatters #TCANewMember

TCA Welcomes 15 new carrier members! 15 carriers have already joined TCA taking advantage of an exclusive 75% discount on first-year membership dues. More are signing on every week and if you join TCA before October 31, you’ll not only lock in this limited-time savings, but you’ll also be eligible to participate in TCA’s prestigious awards programs that are happening right now which include:   🏆 Fleet Safety Awards – Applications close November 3 🌟 TCA Elite Fleet – Nominations close November 7 🚛 TCA Professional Drivers of the Year – Nominations close December 5 ➡️Elevate Young Leadership Program - Applications open November 3   These programs spotlight excellence across the truckload industry and your company could be next to be recognized and honored. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, grow, and lead. More information at the link https://lnkd.in/eGHgC9F9 and feel free to reach out to TCA's Membership Engagement Manager Erica Gouse Bledsoe at (571) 444-0314, ebledsoe@truckload.org.  

Professional Driver Named TCA Highway Angel for Assisting Crash Victims in Missouri TCA has named Randy Fisher of Springdale, AR a TCA Highway Angel for his heroic actions at the scene of a serious crash on Interstate 29 near Saint Joseph, Missouri. On August 7, 2025, Fisher, who drives for ABF Freight out of Ft. Smith, AR, witnessed a northbound vehicle make an abrupt U-turn, leading to a T-bone collision. Both vehicles crashed into the median, with one rolling several times. Fisher pulled over immediately. He safely removed a female driver from one of the wrecked vehicles, contacted 911, and ensured she was stable. He then checked on the other driver, who was unresponsive, and worked with two bystanders to stabilize the vehicle until first responders arrived. Thank you, Randy, for your courage and commitment to helping others when it mattered most. Read the full story and learn more about the Highway Angel program: https://lnkd.in/eyAiNEtn Thanks to Highway Angel sponsors EpicVue, DriverFacts, Inc., and Northland Insurance. #TCAHighwayAngel

Now Accepting Nominations: 2026 TCA Professional Drivers of the Year! Do you know a professional driver who sets the standard for excellence? Someone who demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safety, shows leadership on and off the road, and contributes meaningfully to their company and the industry? TCA is proud to recognize five exceptional drivers with the title of TCA Professional Driver of the Year. Each winner will receive: - $20,000 cash prize - Recognition in TCA publications and events throughout the year - On-stage honors at TCA’s Annual Convention, February 28 – March 3, 2026, in Orlando, Florida Nominations are open through December 5, 2025. If you know a driver who deserves this recognition, submit a nomination today: https://lnkd.in/ecVdCEm2 Thank you to our presenting sponsors, Cummins Inc. and Love's Travel Stops, for supporting this program.

A big thank you to TruckRight for supporting TCA’s Bridging Border Barriers as a Major Sponsor. We're looking forward to welcoming Canadian and U.S. trucking professionals to Mississauga, Ontario on November 19 for a full day of conversation, insight, and collaboration around cross-border and truckload freight. We appreciate TruckRight’s partnership in helping bring this important event to life. Looking forward to seeing everyone north of the border next month! Learn more at: www.TruckloadBBB.com #TCABBB #BridgingBorderBarriers

New Sessions Added to TCA’s Annual Convention Agenda Two timely and practical sessions have been added to this year’s agenda, offering real-world strategies for fleets looking to improve operations, adopt new tools, and drive profitability: Everyday AI: How Any Carrier Can Work Smarter This session will explore accessible, low-cost AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Otter AI, and how carriers of all sizes are using them to increase efficiency, support creativity, and streamline operations—no tech overhaul required. Panelists: Kennedy Alvarez, Melton Truck Lines Chris Davies, TruckRight Moderated by Delaney Rea, Drivers Legal Plan, LTD. TCA Profitability Program: Driving Profits Through Benchmarking Hear how carriers are using the TCA Profitability Program (TPP) to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve performance, and increase profitability through proven benchmarking strategies. Panelists: Nicky Morrison, CPA, Prime Inc. Carl Svendsen, Halvor Lines Moderated by Steve Phillips, TCA Profitability Program View the full agenda for the February 28 – March 3 Convention and register at: https://lnkd.in/eGB63av8 #TCAAnnualConvention #Truckload2026

Wreaths Across America (WAA) has kicked off the 2025 wreath season! To date, there are more than 20 new loads of veterans’ wreaths needing delivery for Wreaths Across America Day, this year on Saturday, December 13. Drivers and transportation companies interested in making a difference in their community by joining the WAA Honor Fleet can explore available lanes at https://lnkd.in/g6ucm-wm or contact the WAA Transportation team trucking@wreathsacrossamerica.org to start the conversation. #WreathsAcrossAmerica #TruckloadOfRemembrance

Cargo and equipment theft is a growing threat across North America, impacting fleets with lost assets, operational delays, and soaring insurance costs. At TCA’s Bridging Border Barriers on Nov. 19 in Mississauga, get expert insights during this session.   This dynamic panel will explore: 🚨 Real-world theft scenarios and how organized crime operates today 🇨🇦 Emerging trends in Canadian and cross-border cargo crime 🛡️ Practical risk mitigation and insurance strategies fleets can act on now   Speakers: Jim Rovers, Senior Advisor, ISB Global Services Dan Kerr, National Cargo & Heavy Equipment Theft Investigator, Équité Association Detective Gary Dias, Peel Regional Police, Commercial Auto Crime Bureau Moderated by John G Smith, VP, Editorial, Newcom Media Inc.   Whether you operate a small fleet or oversee national logistics, this session will give you tools to protect what matters most. Register now: https://lnkd.in/egJaQeU7   Thanks to sponsors ISAAC Instruments, Left Lane Associates, Manac Inc., Netradyne, TruckRight, and Volvo Trucks.

A big thank you to Netradyne for being a Major Sponsor of TCA’s Bridging Border Barriers, happening this November 19 in Mississauga, Ontario. This one-day gathering will unite Canadian and U.S. industry leaders for in-depth discussions on truckload and cross-border freight. We appreciate Netradyne’s support in making this event a reality and can’t wait to connect with everyone next month just north of the border! Full event information at www.TruckloadBBB.com #TCABBB #BridgingBorderBarriers

Happy Thanksgiving to Our Canadian Members and Friends! TCA extends warm wishes to our Canadian friends as you celebrate Thanksgiving today. We hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday with loved ones. Please note: TCA offices are closed today, Monday, October 13, in observance of Columbus Day, and will reopen tomorrow, October 14 at 8:00 AM ET.