The 2026 trucking industry outlook shows a reasonably stable economy, rapidly tightening truck capacity, rising freight rates, and new opportunities for professional drivers who manage their businesses wisely.

Blitz Week (otherwise known as the CVSA International Roadcheck) runs May 12-14, 2026 and will focus heavily on Electronic Logging Device (ELD) compliance and cargo securement. The right preparation is critical to avoiding costly violations and downtime, and that's where I come in.

If you've found your way to this article, then you might be contemplating getting your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and beginning your journey as a professional truck driver. Congratulations! As Obi-Wan Kenobi would say, "You've taken your first step into a larger world."

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When winter weather moves in, the right equipment — and the confidence to use it — makes all the difference. After 19 years on the road, and more than 2 million accident-free over-the-road (OTR) miles (including through many snow-covered mountain passes), I've seen what winter can throw at a driver. Now, as part of the Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) safety team, I'm here to help drivers chain up correctly, stay compliant, and make confident, safe decisions when winter weather hits (and it will!).

If you're on this page, you've likely heard of a TWIC card, but you may not know exactly what it is or what it means for truck drivers. So, let's begin with the basics: What does TWIC stand for, and what is a TWIC card? A TWIC, which stands for Transportation Worker Identification Card, is issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and grants drivers access to secure maritime ports. Without one, you won't be able to pick up or deliver freight from any port, and less available freight options means less take home money for you.

After decades on the road, Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) stepped into a new lane in 2021 when we hauled our first Department of Defense (DOD) load. Since then, we've steadily built our reputation as a trusted carrier for the U.S. military. Today, we're proud to give experienced truck drivers the chance to haul secure, mission-critical freight while earning top-tier pay.