Women In Trucking Blog

Tracy Rushing remembers the moment she was notified that she was selected as the 2024 Influential Woman of the Year by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT): “This recognition felt …

Spot market rates in trucking are lower and there’s excess truck capacity in the current economy. Load-to-truck ratios are lower, meaning there are too many truckers chasing too few loads …

As others spread doom and gloom or pie in the sky, FTR has held off on crafting major changes to our economic forecasts based on tariff fallout, mostly because of …

Business professionals in trucking are stretched for time, overloaded with tasks, and low on staff resources and budgets. Whether you’re in operations, HR/talent management, sales and marketing, or leadership, it’s …

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Katie Petrie as its May 2025 Member of the Month. Petrie is the Head of Human Resources at American Expediting Logistics. In …

Trucking activity in the United States slipped in March, giving back a little more than half of the gain from February. Specifically, truck freight tonnage decreased 1.5% after surging 28% …

74 impressive individuals have been recognized as 2025 “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” who have successfully accomplished amazing things in their careers and exemplify WIT’s mission. Vanessa Angulo sponsored …

In an industry where timing, safety, and trust are everything, communication isn’t just a soft skill – it’s a lifeline. That’s the core message shared by both Laura Duryea, Director …

Professional truck drivers are the unsung heroes of modern commerce—delivering goods and materials that sustain our lives, ranging from food and clothing to medical supplies and fuel. Yet, despite their …

Building meaningful relationships and an effective network can pave the way for personal and professional growth. For members of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), creating a strong support network …