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Women’s History Month—The Past, Present, and Future of Women in Trucking

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Monday, March 8, 2021

March is Women’s History Month. We thought this would be a good time to highlight some of the history of women in the trucking industry, where they are now, and the future for women in trucking. Read More

History of Trucking—The Department of Transportation

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Monday, July 20, 2020

In May, we wrote about the history of trucking regulations. This month we are doing a bit more of a deep dive into the Department of Transportation. NTB, along with all trucking companies, is strongly tied to the DOT, as the regulations and enforcement impact how we do business. Read More

The History of Trucking in America: Roadways — Corduroy to Asphalt

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Monday, October 21, 2019

It’s easy to take it for granted—our intricate infrastructure of highways and the technology involved in the modern task of keeping freight moving. Even the worst maintained roads in the U.S. today couldn’t hold a candle to the early days of freight transport. Here are some interesting facts on America’s roadways. Read More

The Evolution of Truck Sleepers

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Monday, May 9, 2016

Find out how sleepers have evolved from the “death traps” of the 1940s. Read More