In a transportation company, the dispatchers are at the heart of it all. They coordinate with customers, truck drivers, and outside carriers to make sure all loads are picked up
6 Reasons to Become a Truck Driver
The transportation industry is the lifeblood of the American economy. Trucks are necessary for carrying everything we use each day, from food to furniture to cars. Each year, trucks transport
7 Myths about Flatbed Trucking
Flatbed trucking is different from most types of freight transportation, which is why there are so many misconstrued ideas about it. In flatbed trucking, each load can be completely different
Conversation with Roane Transportation Driver Nathan Hensley
We caught up with Over-the-Road and regional driver Nathan Hensley while he was finishing up his workweek on a sunny Friday afternoon drive through Knoxville. Nathan’s a friendly, down to
A Thank You to the Trucking Industry
Over the past few weeks, the daily lives of many Americans may have been altered due to the coronavirus; however, behind the scenes our nation’s transportation industry has continued to
Shipping Continuity During Coronavirus
Today, April 20, 2020, the world is an entirely different place from what it was just a month ago. The vast majority of the world is on a suggested or
5 Safety Tips for Flatbed Tarping in Winter
As the weather gets colder, flatbed truck drivers have much more to consider when tarping loads. Cold temperatures, snow, and ice can all wreak havoc on tarps, and these conditions
Employee Interview: Sandy Boles, Office Manager
As you can imagine, a transportation and logistics company is made of many moving parts—literally and figuratively! A great company is run by many skilled individuals, including an experienced office
FMCSA Proposes Changes in Drive Time for OTR Drivers
Two organizations regulate the trucking industry and professional drivers in America: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). Among the directives of these two
Interview with Roane Transportation Employee: Jennifer Webb
Our interviews with Roane Transportation employees have meant so much to their family, friends, and to others who genuinely want to know about life as a trucker or a part