Tag: appreciation

Voices

Dad delivers

While in college, Cliff R. Larson wrote an essay (and submitted to Overdrive in 1999) that captures his love and appreciation for his truck-driving father.

May 1, 2020

Overdrive Extra

News flash: Truckers are people!

during the uncertain times of the coronavirus pandemic, professional truck drivers are recognized and deemed essential heroes. Details here on Overdrive.

April 27, 2020

Business

It’s the little things

The small stuff matters: Wendy offers kudos to the Pilot in Lincoln, Ala., for a small gesture that made the oasis just that, a true place to wash off the weariness of the long road.

February 29, 2016

Business

Truckers’ wives and spouses – the silent voice of the industry

“There’s no official ‘Drivers’ Spouse Appreciation Week,’ and rarely do we hear stories of the support they provide, so I’m going to take a quick minute to thank all the trucker’s wives, husbands and families for the job they do.”

January 7, 2015

Business

Driving force: What drives you?

“We need to remind everyone, that truck wouldn’t go anywhere without the driver” — Wendy on the “driving force” page of profiles.

November 2, 2014

Business

Momma Bears put out cab fires, slap tornadoes…

“A tornado was coming and my own Mother heaved a queen-size mattress into a 4-by-6 bathroom with one arm while simultaneously dragging and throwing me under it with the other. She broke the door off the hinges.”

April 17, 2013