Sometimes a second chance is all it takes. Lucus Medlin, an independent contractor with TransAm Trucking, is a noble example of this principle. In a video for the Union Rescue Mission in Wichita, KS, Lucus talks about how the Mission and the Trucking Industry helped him turn his life around, […]
In the last inspection blog we covered looking at lights, leans, and fluids. Now it’s time to look under the hood. Latches The hood is held down by a latch on each side of the truck. They are located between the wheel well and the bottom corner of the door. […]
Randall Inman hit 1 Million Miles with TransAm Trucking and he plans on many more! He started with TransAm Trucking as a regional driver in 2008 and a year later, transitioned into an over-the-road company driver when his regional lanes closed. Randall has driven a large part of the United […]
Gary Kimbro recently joined the ranks of TransAm Trucking’s Million Mile Achievers! Gary has driven for the company as an independent contractor since 2009. In 2013, he purchased his truck. He is a very dedicated driver and TransAm is proud to be a part of his journey as a successful […]
The truck and trailer pre-/post-trip inspections are some of the most important parts of a truck driver’s work day. This might seem like a hassle, especially during inclement weather, but it’s a lifesaving necessity. A thorough inspection is much better alternative to a preventable accident. In a previous blog, we […]
Charles Dean has joined TransAm’s Million Mile Ranks! He started with the company in 2008 and 8 years later we gathered in the office to celebrate his achievement. Positivity Three words best describe Charles Dean: optimistic, friendly, and genuine. His philosophy is, “If I woke up this morning, it’s a […]
Knowing how to properly enter and exit your truck may seem simple but it is the foundation of safety. At TransAm Trucking, we recommend using a 3-Point Stance. This method is meant to give you the most stability when entering and exiting your truck and possibly prevent injuries. Empty […]
John Rainbow joined the ranks of TransAm Trucking’s Million Mile Achievers! John is a company driver who started with TransAm Trucking in June of 2006. Like other Million Mile Jacket winners, his record is accident and late load free. So what makes him stand out above the rest? His […]
Being part of the TransAm community means having someone you can rely on. It doesn’t matter if you’ve met once or a hundred times, when you haul for TransAm Trucking either as an employed company driver or as an independent contractor/owner-operator, others recognize you as part of the team. […]
Leo Payne is the type of driver every fleet wants. He’s dedicated, hardworking, but above all else, he’s a team player. Leo joined TransAm Trucking in 1997 as a company driver and he’s still with us today. His safety record is impressive (he is consistently a DriveCam Top Performer) […]
