Author: Casey Nighbor

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How temporary driving jobs can lead to a permanent career 

A temporary driving job might start with a simple goal: earn a paycheck, stay on the road or find work while you figure out your next move. But temporary doesn’t […]
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Mobile drivers: Your secret weapon for peak season 

Peak season can make or break a transportation operation. Freight volumes increase, customer expectations rise and every missed delivery can have a bigger impact on revenue and customer relationships.   At […]
Safety Letter

NPTC Safety Article- August 2026 - Brake Safety Week

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will conduct this year’s Brake Safety Week, a seven-day focused inspection and enforcement initiative designed to improve safety by ensuring commercial motor vehicles on […]
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Brake Safety Week: What to Check Before Your Truck Hits the Road

Brake Safety Week is August 23–29, 2026, and this year the focus is on brake drums and rotors. But for professional drivers, brake safety isn’t something to think about only […]
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Don’t let peak slow you down 

Peak season can be one of the most important (and challenging) periods of the year for transportation companies. Freight volumes rise, delivery expectations tighten and drivers face increased pressure to […]
Guide

Centerline Drivers Transportation Report

The trucking industry entered Q2 with signs of gradual improvement, but market conditions remain far from predictable.

Safety Letter

NPTC Safety Article- July 2026 - Understanding Fatigue

One of the leading causes of truck accidents, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, is truck driver fatigue.

Infographics

State of Trucking 2026: Top 5 Takeaways [Infographic]

Our annual State of Trucking survey asked drivers and transportation employers where the industry stands heading into 2026. Here are the top 5 takeaways.
Guide

State of Trucking 2026: A Driver’s Guide

The 2026 State of Trucking survey shows an industry that is steady in some areas and shifting in others. For drivers, that means opportunity, but also a need to stay informed.
Guide

State of Trucking 2026: Reading the Road Ahead [Research Guide]

This year’s findings reveal an industry sending clear signals. From hiring trends and driver retention to AI, safety and workforce flexibility, the decisions transportation leaders make today will shape their success tomorrow.
Safety Letter

NPTC Safety Article- June 2026 - Prepare for the Summer Heat       

As a professional truck driver, you know that the summer heat presents an array of driving challenges—on your body, on your equipment, and on those sharing the road with you.
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Essential PPE and safety gear every truck driver should keep on hand 

When people think about truck driver safety, they often focus on what happens behind the wheel. Defensive driving, DOT compliance and vehicle inspections are all critical parts of the job. […]