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Averitt - Life on the Road

Real Stories. Real Drivers. Real Associates.

Happy Holidays: Averitt's 12 Days of Christmas

This year, we're spreading holiday cheer in true logistics style with a fun twist on the classic "12 Days of Christmas" song. From seamless deliveries to drivers driving and freight containers moving, our team is here to deliver joy and excellence...

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Promoted from Within: Jesus Medina's Journey from Part-Time Dock to Frontline Leader

Jesus Medina has been a valued member of the Averitt team for six years, starting his journey with us as a part-time dock associate. His career...

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San Antonio, TX Service Center Expansion

We're excited to announce the opening of our expanded San Antonio, Texas service center, designed to accommodate the growing needs of customers in...

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Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving from the Averitt Family to yours! Have a wonderful and safe holiday! Looking for a new career family to call your own? Explore our...

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A Heartfelt Thank You from St. Jude

Rick Shadyac, President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, expresses heartfelt...

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Dedicated Leadership: Listening to What Drivers Want

From the Driver's Seat podcast welcomed back key leaders from the Dedicated team for a second round of discussions, focusing on the team's evolution...

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Sandy Sherer and Son Brandon Talk About the Averitt Difference

In this episode of The Winner's Circle, host Amos Rogan sits down with Atlanta East transportation specialist Sandy Sherer and her son, Brandon...

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Hazmat Endorsement: Everything You Need to Know

Many of our driving positions require a hazmat endorsement, which may seem like a daunting and difficult process. We're here to lay out exactly what...

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Averitt Awarded 2025 Military Friendly® Employer Award for the 7th Year

We're proud to announce that MilitaryFriendly.com has recognized us as a Military Friendly® Employer for the seventh year, reflecting our deep...

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From the Driver's Seat: Saluting Our Veterans

Thank you, Veterans, for your service! As we approach Veteran's Day, we have a special episode of From the Driver's Seat. Host David Broyles, a...

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CVSA International Roadcheck: The Importance of Safety and Compliance

The annual CVSA International Roadcheck, a 72-hour inspection event, took place from May 14-16, 2024, across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. This...

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Women In Trucking: We're A Top Company For Women To Work For In Transportation

We've always believed that great careers should be accessible to everyone and for us, that means creating an environment where women thrive. We're...

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Averitt Recognized as a Top Provider In 2024 - Mastio Quality Awards

Averitt, a trusted name in transportation and logistics, has been named as a top provider and the leading asset-based carrier in the 2024 Mastio...

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Driver Appreciation Week: New Truck Assignment Winners Revealed

As part of a cherished Averitt tradition, we hold a special drawing during Driver Appreciation Week to award five of our associates with a brand-new...

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Meal Prep for the Road: Hearty Recipes for the Fall

Fall is the perfect time to cozy up with warm, hearty meals, and when you're on the road, there's no reason to miss out on the comfort of home-cooked...

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Dedicated Leadership: Listen to Your Drivers

Our dedicated driver leadership speaks with David Broyles on From the Driver's Seat about the logistics of dedicated routes, and how the dedicated...

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Inside Our Rides: 360 Views Inside Our Tractors

We're proud of our up-to-date and well-maintained equipment! We want any drivers interested in a career at Averitt to know what they can expect when...

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From the Driver's Seat - How to Achieve Better MPG

On this episode of From the Driver's Seat, Director of Driver Services, David Broyles, welcomed truckload driver Tom Sayman and his fleet manager,...

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Averitt Contributes $100,000 to Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief Efforts

As communities across the region continue to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, Averitt has announced a contribution to support...

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Averitt Receives REWARD Honor Roll Award

Averitt Honored for Supporting Associates COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - In June, the Tennessee Workers' Compensation Conference met to induct seven employers...

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(Video) I've Lived Promoting From Within - Tim Saylor, VP of Information Services

A deeply rooted aspect of Averitt culture is Promoting from Within, and it can be seen from one end of our network to the other. Amos Rogan welcomes...

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Averitt's Driver Appreciation Week 2024: A Celebration of Dedication and Professionalism

Ourassociates are the backbone of everything we do. During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), we take the opportunity to recognize...

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Red Thinkin' Rewards: Earn Big Like Richard Meyers

Our team offers many programs, benefits, and opportunities to our associates to reward hard work, and to benefit associates and their families. One...

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(Video) Averitt Chairman & CEO Gary Sasser - Driver Appreciation Week

Celebrating Driver Appreciation Week with special guest: Gary Sasser! Gary, Averitt's Chairman and CEO, joined David Broyles on From the Driver's...

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(Video) Celebrating Drivers Every Day

This week, the nation celebrates Driver Appreciation Week, but here at Averitt, we appreciate our drivers every moment of every day. Our facilities...

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2024 Giving Partner of the Year: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®

Averitt has been named the 2024 Workplace Giving Partner of the Year by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, marking the fourth time in which...

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Connecting & Giving: Averitt's Annual Softball Tournament (Video)

On August 17th, Averitt held our annual team softball tournament that brought together over 1,400 associates from all parts of the country. The...

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Averitt's Continued Growth: Investing in Facilities and Infrastructure

At Averitt, we live by the belief of "Always Averitt," which drives us to continually invest in our infrastructure to support our associates and the...

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Our New Tyler, TX Service Center

Our Tyler, Texas, operations have expanded consistently through the years, and that growth has put us in position to open a new state-of-the-art...

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Chicago Operations Manager Started as Part-Time Dock Associate

Bartosz "Bart" Drabczynski came to Averitt 15 years ago as a part-time dock associate and is a great example of Averitt's "Promote from Within"...

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Averitt Announces Major Facility Upgrades for Cookeville, TN Associates

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Building on its culture of supporting associate health and wellness, Averitt recently completed several major facility upgrades...

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Hero on the Highway: Driver Duane Largent Honored for His Actions

A few months ago, Averitt dedicated driver Duane Largent was entering Indiana when he came upon the unexpected. Duane noticed a truck driver ahead of...

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There's Always Something to Learn - Dustin Dykes - Preventive Maintenance

"Keep the driver moving." That's the motto of Dustin Dykes, Preventive Maintenance Front Line Leader at our Tifton, GA service center. Dustin, a...

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Drive Your Career Success with Our Dock-to-Driver Training Program

Are you looking for a way to start a rewarding career in the transportation industry? Our Dock-to-Driver Training Program offers an exceptional...

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Start Your Career Journey with Our Early Career Programs

Averitt is proud to offer various early career programs that provide hands-on job experience, helping our associates learn, grow, and understand the...

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From the Driver's Seat - Regional Truckload Pay Increase

In this episode of our podcast, From the Driver's Seat, Director of Driver Services, David Broyles, and guest Danny Crooks discuss key updates and...

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Inside Averitt's City Driving: Michael and Ruben's Journey

City driving presents a unique set of challenges and rewards for professional drivers. Unlike long-haul routes, city driving involves navigating...

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A Journey into Intermodal Driving with Averitt

Intermodal driving, which involves picking up and delivering containers to and from ports and rail yards on Averitt-owned chassis, presents a...

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Winner's Circle - Johnny Haun: 35 Years of Exemplary Service as Dock Associate

Knoxville dock associate Johnny Haun joined our team after graduating from high school, intending to have a part-time job for the summer. And 35...

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From the Driver's Seat-Dedicated Update

Watch as Director of Driver's Services and host of From the Driver's Seat, David Broyles talks with Vice President of Dedicated Operations, Dan...

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Our Cookeville Campus: Where Career Opportunities Meet Campus Comforts and Holistic Wellness

At our corporate offices in Cookeville, Tennessee, we pride ourselves on more than just transportation excellence. We're dedicated to cultivating an...

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Leading the Averitt Way - Alan Stanley and Dan Singer

Our Vice President of Dedicated operations Dan Singer talks with Alan Stanley, who is retiring from our Nissan team after more than 35 years with...

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Powering Averitt's Operations: The Essential Role of Dock Associates

Our dock associates are the backbone of our operations. They are the ones who keep our facilities running smoothly day in and day out. Equipped with...

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Averitt's 2023 Check Presentation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Watch as our associates present Averitt's 2023 check to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and discuss what Averitt Cares for Kids means to them....

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Averitt Celebrates 20 Years of a Sustainable Partnership with SmartWay

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt, a leading transportation and logistics company, commemorates two decades of commitment as a founding member of the...

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The Winner's Circle Podcast - Women In Transportation: Stories of Growth in Houston

Host Amos Rogan is joined by Skylar Hamilton (frontline leader), Lacenia Calloway (transportation specialist), and Samar Gaorgy (administrative...

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Safety, Comfort, and Performance: Inside Averitt's 2024 Freightliner Fleet

As an industry leader for over five decades, we have always prioritized setting high standards and ensuring driver satisfaction. Our commitment to...

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From the Driver's Seat Podcast - Keep the Left Door Shut

Our Truckload group is seeing an increase in miles, which means more pay every week. But what steps can you take to add even more to your paycheck?...

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Learn, Grow, and Succeed as a Diesel Mechanic with Averitt

When it comes to keeping a modern truck fleet on the move, it takes a team of talented individuals with specialized skills. We understand the pivotal...

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The Winner's Circle Podcast Ep. 003 - The Secret to 40 Years: Listening

John Walton's Averitt career spanned four decades, starting in Memphis and wrapping up at our corporate office. From part-time driver to director of...

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Driving Sustainability: Averitt's Contribution Ignites Collaboration with Tennessee State Parks

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt, a leading transportation and supply chain solutions provider headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee, has taken a...

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Winner's Circle Podcast: Our Culture Defines Our Team

Watch as LTL Operations Leader and Host of the Winner's Circle Amos Rogan talks with President Barry Blakely about Averitt's culture, stability, and...

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Celebrating Women's History Month: Averitt's Commitment to Empowering Female Truck Drivers

As we celebrate Women's History Month, it's essential to recognize women's pivotal role in shaping the transportation industry for over 170 years....

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Averitt Associates Make Record $1,500,001 Donation to St. Jude

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Truck drivers and other Averitt associates recently donated $1,500,001 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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On Tour Logistics: Making Sure The Shows Are Ready To Roll

With a focus on providing resources for our associates to succeed, we're proud to offer them many different career opportunities, from over the road...

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Averitt From the Driver's Seat Podcast: We're Going on Tour!

Watch as David Broyles of our Driver Services leadership talks with On Tour Logistics leader Scott Ulmer and driver Scott Bonner about this special...

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On Tour Logistics Takes Center Stage as Parnelli Trucking Company of the Year

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt Express is honored to announce that it has received the Trucking Company of the Year award from Parnelli for its On Tour...

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Love on the Road: Seven Ways Professional Drivers Can Celebrate Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and while many people are planning romantic dinners or cozy evenings at home, professional drivers may...

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A Look Back on Averitt Charities in 2023

At the heart of our company-wide mission to help others succeed lies a commitment to our Averitt Charities program and two associate-led initiatives:...

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Redefining Logistics Excellence in the Mobile Metropolitan Area

In our unwavering pursuit of enhancing freight transportation and supply chain management, our mission has always been to redefine industry standards...

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Averitt Uniforms: Our Commitment to Excellence

A uniform doesn't make a team, it merely identifies one. The best uniforms, including Averitt's, reflect the spirit of the people that wear them. Our...

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The Power of One: Making Averitt a Lead Provider

The Power of One is important to Averitt: the idea that the whole is the greater than the sum of its parts. We love to talk about The Power of One --...

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Honoring Heroes: Averitt's Role in Military Appreciation Projects

Our commitment to supporting veterans and active military service members is at the forefront of our values. We recently had the honor of...

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Patriotic Pies: Military Charities

At Averitt, our commitment to supporting veterans and active military service members is at the forefront of our values. We recently had the honor of...

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Averitt Named on Forbes List of America's Best-in-State Employers 2023

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt, a leading transportation and logistics company based in Cookeville, Tenn., proudly announces its inclusion on the Forbes...

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2023's Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation

At Averitt, we have plenty to be proud of. As a leader in the truck driving industry for over 50 years, our team of talented associates has achieved...

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Human Trafficking: What Truck Drivers Need to Watch for & How to Help

In the ongoing battle against human trafficking, the trucking industry and the individuals who are a part of it act as crucial ally. Professional...

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10,000 Cards for the Troops

At Averitt, we're committed to proudly honoring those who have served in the military and participating in service projects that give back to our...

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Leading the Averitt Way - Dwayne Gribble

At Averitt, one of our favorite sayings is that we "hire to retire." When we welcome new associates to the team, we're excited about them joining our...

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Beyond the Road: Investing in Facilities for Driver Well-Being

In the world of professional truck driving, our team stands out by prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of our associates. One of the key...

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Holiday Video: No Stopping Christmas!

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy this stop-motion holiday creation from the Averitt team! This year, and every year, we want to thank...

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Averitt Veterans Day 2023

Today and every day, we take the time to celebrate our associates who have served in the military. In total, about 15% of Averitt associates are...

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Averitt Cares For Kids-This Year's Contributions

Averitt Cares for Kids is a non-profit charitable giving organization funded by and on behalf of our associates. This year, Averitt associates have...

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Driver Appreciation 2023: Five Drivers Assigned New Trucks

As a part of driver appreciation week, we love to give back to the force that keeps us running, our associates. Annually, part of our driver...

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National Driver Appreciation Week: The Power of One

The power of one is important to Averitt: the idea that the whole is the greater than the sum of its parts. We love to talk about The Power of One --...

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Honoring Averitt Associates During NTDAW and Year Round

Our Driving Force Is People. This is a core principle at Averitt and is something we focus on daily to provide our associates with lifelong and...

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Demond Thomas --From Owner-Operator to Averitt Leader0-- The Sky is the Limit at Averitt

Demond Thomas is a former owner-operator who sold his truck and joined the Averitt team as a city driver and is now a frontline leader. Demond...

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What Veteran CDL-A Drivers Would Tell the Next Generation

With years of priceless experience, ourassociatesshowcase plenty of skill behind the wheel. And beyond that, they're always ready to help a fellow...

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How CDL-A Drivers Can Create Work-Life Balance

It's essential to find the right balance between work and personal life, along with ways to manage stress effectively to stay healthy, happy, and...

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Truck Essentials from Experienced CDL-A Drivers

Loading up for a trip out on the road can feel like an overwhelming task, especially if it's one of your first. With over 50 years in the truck...

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LTL June Pay Increase

Our new LTL pay increase taking place is over a dollar an hour increase for our hourly associates like our city and intermodal drivers, CDL qualified...

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Averitt's Spain Retires, Blakely Named President and COO

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. -- After more than 40 years of helping Averitt Express grow into one of the industry's leading transportation and logistics...

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A CDL-A Driver's Roadmap to Operation Safe Driver Week

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual Operation Safe Driver Week is quickly approaching. As CDL-A drivers, you spend most of your time on...

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How a Father and His Two Sons Found Their Career Home at Averitt

Securing a lifelong career that feeds your passion is an honor, but helping the people you love find those same types of careers is an even bigger...

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Bonnaroovian Logistics: Guaranteeing Good Vibes for the Festival

Since its introduction to the music festival scene in 2002, Bonnaroo has boasted record-breaking numbers of attendees and set the stage for many...

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Omar Moreno - Dock to Driver - Averitt is More Than a Job

Omar Moreno started with Averitt as a dock associate in 2017 and is currently a CDL-A city driver. Omar reflects on his opportunities with Averitt...

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Averitt Announces Arrival of 2023 Freightliners for Associates

We have been setting standards in the truck driving industry since our beginning over 50 years ago. We recognize the dedication our CDL-A drivers put...

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CDL-A Drivers: Read This to Avoid Distracted Drivers!

At Averitt, we have a longstanding reputation for safety. From our modern equipment decked out with the latest safety technology to company-wide...

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Joseph Anderson - Dock-to-Driver - Promote From Within

Joseph Anderson started with Averitt in 2014 and is currently a CDL-A city driver, but started out as a dock associate. Joseph reflects on Averitt's...

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How to Prepare for CVSA's International Roadcheck

The Averitt team is proud to support our associates in safe driving practices. With the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) International...

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Celebrate Mother's Day With This Averitt Mother-Daughter Duo

Finding your passion is one of the most rewarding parts of life, and if you're really fortunate, you're able to follow your dream alongside a loved...

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From Owner-Operator to Company Driver: How Averitt Makes the Change Worthwhile

Running your own truck driving business as an owner operator can be very rewarding and profitable but most would agree, it's not easy. This makes it...

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Averitt Associates Combine to Give 10,000+ Hours of Community Service

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt Express associates combined to give more than 10,000 hours of community service over the course of 2022 as part of its...

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Taking Home Top Honors

Lexington KY preventive maintenance associate Jeremiah Carter proved to be the best of the field in the recent Tennessee Technician Skills...

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Ashanti Butler - Dock-to-Driver - 'Averitt Makes You Want More Out of Life'

Ashanti Butler started with Averitt in 2021 and is currently a CDL-qualified dock associate. Ashanti reflects on how he had the opportunity to go...

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What's it Like to be an Averitt Regional Driver?

As an Averitt regional driver, you'll enjoy weekly home time, excellent pay, and a supportive team of colleagues committed to your success. You'll...

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6 tips to care for your mental health

Taking care of your mental health can seem like an overwhelming task. And it is easy to forget that your mental health is just as important as your...

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How To Choose A Carrier

Looking for a truck driving carrier to make your career home can be a daunting task! With so many options to choose from and so many factors...

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7 Need-to-Know Tips for a Successful Truck Driving Career

Truck drivers play a vital role in keeping America's economy moving. With such an important career field, you're sure to experience the many benefits...

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7 reasons why truck driving may be the perfect career for you!

Truck driving is a great career choice full of amazing opportunities for success. The list of positives for becoming a Commercial Driver's Licensed...

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How to Become a Truck Driver

Earning your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and joining the truck driving industry is one of the best career choices you can make! Averitt wants...

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Dajae Williams - Dock-to-Driver - "It's a great place to start a career"

When Dajae Williams first joined our Dock-To-Driver Program, she wasn't sure driving was for her. She may have been nervous to start, but once she...

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Play-Doh with a Purpose

Averitt associates have a big heart, and when some of our teammates heard about an opportunity to provide Play-Doh to the children of St. Jude...

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On Tour Logistics - Secured and Ready to Roll

Scott Ulmer and a few of our production and event drivers take a few minutes to talk about what it's like to drive for On Tour Logistics, as well as...

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Cut From the Same Cloth

Our drivers, dock workers, mechanics, and administration may all have different roles and different backgrounds, but there's one thing that they all...

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Uriel Garcia - Dock-To-Driver - "Just Being On the Road is Amazing"

Uriel Garcia started at Averitt in 2021 as a CDL-Qualified dock associate. Having his CDL-A, he was ready to start driving but had a few restrictions...

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Averitt Partners with U.S. Army Reserve to Provide Career Opportunities

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Averitt Express recently built on its strong tradition of support for the military, as it announced that it has partnered with...

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Willie Lewis - Dock-To-Driver - "Go For Your Dreams"

Willie Lewis joined Averitt in 2021 as a dock associate. As soon as he heard about our Dock-To-Driver program, he knew he had to do it. While working...

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Making Christmas Magic Possible

This year's holiday video celebrates the people who help make the magic possible - our Averitt teammates! We hope you enjoy the video as we thank our...

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Podcast - On Tour Logistics

In our most recent driver podcast, Director of Driver Services David Broyles talks with drivers and leaders of our On Tour Logistics team about...

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Domitilo Ramos -- Dock-To-Driver: You never know until you step into a truck'

In 2005, Domitilo Ramos joined Averitt's Dallas Service Center as a dock associate. Now, he is one of our many associates that has joined our...

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Hear from Marlo Thomas about Averitt's Relationship with St. Jude

As Averitt celebrates its 32nd year of partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Marlo Thomas shares some wonderful thoughts about...

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Averitt recognized as a 2023 Military Friendly Company for seventh time

Averitt has been recognized by Viqtory as one of the most military friendly employers in the country for 2023, marking the seventh time we have...

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Veterans Day 2022 - Thank You!

Over a thousand of our current associates - including drivers, members of our executive team, logistics and operations leaders, and administrative...

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Turning Up The Volume On Your Career With Averitt

Our On Tour Logistics team is a unique group that delivers creative solutions to a wide range of events such as music tours, weekend conventions and...

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Robbie Cantrell - Dock-to-Driver - Big Things Can Happen in a Short Amount of Time

Hardworking and ambitious, Robbie began his career with Averitt just a few years ago, and already it is paying off with his joining our...

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Behind the scenes: Diesel mechanics keep trucks rolling strong

The economic supply chain has gotten a lot of attention the last couple of years, with many in the country finally recognizing the crucial role truck...

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A Brand New Set of Keys for Five Drivers - Driver Appreciation 2022

As part of our Driver Appreciation Week festivities, Truckload drivers Edgar Castillo (Mayfield), Michael Howe (Atlanta West), Mark Kibler...

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Adam Miller - Dock-to-Driver - "Good Drivers Aren't Born, They're Bred"

Veteran and Cincinnati driver Adam Miller was referred to Averitt by a family member back in 2011 and joined our team working on the dock. When his...

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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (VIDEO)

To all the drivers keeping America moving out there on the road, we celebrate you this week (and every week!). To our drivers in Averitt red, we've...

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Celebrating drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and beyond

We're always focused on letting our Averitt associates know how much we appreciate all they do every day of the year, but during National Truck...

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Guaranteed Weekly Minimum Pay for Regional and Flatbed Drivers

You heard that right! All regional and flatbed drivers now make a guaranteed minimum pay of $1250 in 5 days! Your mind can now be at ease if the week...

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Averitt Family Softball Tournament 2022

This month Averitt welcomed over 800 associates, family members, and friends to the annual Averitt Family Softball Tournament in Nashville! Due to...

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Jackie Earwood - Why Averitt? - "Everybody Treats You Like Somebody"

Jackie Earwood is a flatbed driver who started with Averitt in 2012. Jackie explains how he loves the community and home time that comes with being a...

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A Look at Averitt's Latest Historic Pay Increases, Extra Earning Opportunities & Unique Advantages

Averitt has so much to offer our associates that the list seems to just go on and on! That's because on top of generous pay, we have unique...

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Brian Jennings - Why Averitt? - "Averitt is Home"

Brian Jennings has been a regional truckload driver out of Knoxville, TN since 2014. Brian gives a heartfelt testimonial about his love for Averitt,...

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Our Skilled Diesel Mechanics: Hear from Associates About Why They're the Best

Diesel mechanics at Averitt are some of the most talented people on our team! Several driving associates reflect on how our maintenance teams have...

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Podcast - New Weekly Minimum Pay

In our most recent driver podcast, Director of Driver Services David Broyles talks with our Vice President of Corporate Transportation Danny Crooks...

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Colin Padal - Dock-to-Driver - "Work Your Way Up On the Path That You Choose"

Colin Padal started with Averitt as a part-time dock associate where he worked for eight months before becoming a full-time city driver. Colin...

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Averitt implements historic driver pay increases; announces additional benefits

July 13, 2022 (Cookeville, Tenn.) - Averitt Express, a Tennessee-based provider of freight transportation and supply chain management, recently...

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Working Sustainably and Intentionally with Averitt

At Averitt, we believe that we have a responsibility to not only take care of our drivers, but also to take care of our planet. We feel obligated to...

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Bennie Paul - Why Averitt? - 'You HaveTo Look at More Than Cents Per Mile"

Bennie Paul started with Averitt as a regional driver in October 2020 after being referred by a neighbor who has worked with Averitt for almost 30...

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Making a Difference with Averitt Charities

We believe in the power of good, lifting up others in their time of need and giving back to the communities where we live and thrive. It's something...

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Ron Washburn - Why Averitt? - 'You Will Better Yourself, Your Family'

Ron Washburn started with Averitt as a regional truckload driver and has since worked as a shuttle driver and now is part of a team! Ron is excited...

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Myth-busting: What You Need to Know About Averitt's Image Policy

Sometimes people hear that Averitt has a uniform and image policy and they think they can't join us because they have tattoos or a beard or...

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Tammy Whichard - Why Averitt? - 'When I Call ... Someone Answers"

Tammy Whichard is an Averitt regional truckload driver based in North Carolina and is also a member of our Driver Advisory Council. When asked "Why...

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Averitt Associates Excel in Driving and Technical Maintenance Skills Events

At Averitt, we love it when our associates have an opportunity to show their skills, and recently, several associates tested their abilities at the...

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Non-Driving Averitt Associates Can Become Drivers With Our On-the-job Training Program

Have you been thinking about becoming a professional driver? At Averitt, we believe in making the path to career success as simple as possible. It's...

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Averitt: A Fresh Approach to Benefits with Red Thinkin' Rewards Points

At Averitt, we think we have the best team around which is why we are committed to bringing our Averitt teammates top pay and great benefits. We have...

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David VanMeter - 'It's the People That Make the Difference'

Averitt sales team member David VanMeter has been a part of our team since 1995 and has served in many different roles during his time in the...

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Ty Miller - 'There is Always Going to Be a Need for Transportation'

From the moment that Ty Miller graduated high school, he knew his future was in transportation. Through a referral from one of his friends, he came...

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Roman Anguiano - Maintenance Frontline Leader

Roman Anguiano loves being a part of the Averitt team because of our team's strong dedication to stability. With 22 years with our team in Texas,...

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Dave Enzor - Spending Time With Family and Friends on the Weekends

Florida-based truckload driver Dave Enzor is an long-time member of the Averitt driver team and also a member of the Driver Advisory Council, which...

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Juan Rosales - from Driver to Leader

When Juan Rosales joined the Averitt team as a city driver, he was attracted to our team's professional equipment and culture. After a few years as a...

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Father and Son Regional Truckload Drivers - Rick and John Tetreault

Drivers at Averitt often say they feel "like family," but in this case, these drivers really are family! Rick and John Tetreault are both solo...

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Promoting from within: Brenda Stoker

Meet Brenda Stoker. She's one of Averitt's city dispatchers at our Dallas service center. In her leadership role, Brenda spends a lot of her days...

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Joe Ramsey - 'We're All Family'

Joe Ramsey is an Averitt regional driver and a member of our driver advisory council. Why does he love driving as part of the Averitt team? "We're...

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Love on the Road with Averitt

When it comes to team driving, many people often wonder: can you team drive with your significant other? The answer is a resounding YES! While not...

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Averitt is Ready For What's Next

For over 50 years, our team has continued to move forward, taking on new challenges and driving business forward for customer around the world. What...

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Averitt Associates Deliver Largest-Ever Donation to St. Jude

Setting a company record for its largest-ever contribution, truck drivers and other employees of Averitt Express raised $1,050,001 in 2021 for St....

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Averitt Social Media Takeover Happening This Week

Join Averitt associate Chris Yohn as he takes over our social media this week through stories to bring you insights on what it's like to be an...

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Healthy tips for truckers in the New Year

Have you made your goals for 2022 yet? It's no surprise that health is at the top of the list when people make New Year's resolutions or goals....

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Bobby Dunn: Averitt Gets You Home

Regional Driver Bobby Dunn loves Averitt because of the value the team puts on home time. As a veteran, first responder and weekend motorcycle...

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Averitt's Over 20 Team Continues to Grow

According to research by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career longevity is not as common as it used to be. Many workers end up doing what's called...

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Sean Linton - It's How They Treat You

Regional Truckload Driver Sean Linton is so glad he found the Averitt family and loves the way it feels working with his teammates. Sean also serves...

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Eric Cook, Averitt Dedicated Driver - Vance, AL

We like to think that Averitt is a perfect fit for our drivers, and Eric thinks so, too! In his search, he found Averitt and the benefits and...

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Brenda Stoker - Averitt Dallas - Promote from Within

We're proud of our track record of promoting from within, and Brenda Stoker is one outstanding example of that commitment. Brenda began her Averitt...

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Averitt driver gives back through Trucker Buddy program

What kind of impact are you making on the next generation? That's what Averitt driver Angela Lecomte wants you to think about. She says that one of...

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Averitt - 2021

For over 50 years, we have been delivering Christmas magic, one memory at a time. As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we want to take this moment...

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City Driver Howard Bethea - Celebrating Averitt's Anniversary

Averitt city driver Howard Bethea recently took the time to share this message with the Averitt team! Thank you, Howard! We are excited to have you...

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Darrell White - Promote From Within - Dallas, TX Operations Manager

Darrell White started with Averitt in 1995 as a city driver. Through his 25+year career, he has risen through the ranks as a driver trainer,...

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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Celebrates Averitt's 50th Anniversary

To help Averitt celebrate our 50th year, the team at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital created a special video. Thank you, St. Jude team for...

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Podcast - Cruise Control Improvements

In our most recent driver podcast, Director of Driver Services David Broyles talks with our Safety Manager Jason Bolton about a recent change to...

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Tiffina Johnson - Thankful for Averitt's Flexible Driving Roles

Tiffina had always heard good things about driving for Averitt and after joining our team, she has held multiple roles, including regional truckload...

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Averitt Again Recognized as a Military Friendly Company

Averitt Express has been nationally recognized for the fourth time as a Military Friendly Company.

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Dan Mason - U.S. Veteran and Averitt Frontline Leader

Dan Mason learned about discipline and leadership in the military and found a home for those skills at Averitt. Now, as an LTL Frontline Leader at...

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Averitt Named a 2021 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation

Averitt Express has been recognized as one of Redefining the Road's 2021 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation. Redefining the Road,...

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Five Drivers Receive Keys to New 2022 Freightliner Cascadias

As part of our recent Driver Appreciation Week festivities, five Truckload drivers had their names drawn as the winners of a 2022 Freightliner truck...

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Averitt's Driver Advisory Council - We Hear You!

When Averitt says we listen to our drivers, we mean it. In fact, we ask our Driver Advisory Council for input on pretty much everything.

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Averitt Has Given Over $9 Million to St. Jude - Here's How

At the heart of Averitt's unique company culture is a dedication to giving back to our communities. That's why Averitt Cares for Kids has donated...

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So You Want to be a Diesel Mechanic?

Do you enjoy working with your hands and solving challenging problems? Are you looking for a career that has endless opportunities for your future?...

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Safety First: A Look at our New Freightliner Trucks

We're so ready for our brand-new Freightliner Cascadia trucks to join the fleet! Are you as excited about them as we are? There are so many things to...

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Celebrating Truck Driver Appreciation with a 50th Anniversary Twist

In 2021, Averitt Express has a lot to celebrate. Last month, we joined the nation in recognizing the hard work of our truck drivers during National...

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Averitt 50th Anniversary Slideshow

Has it been 50 years already? In some ways, it seems like we are just getting started. As we pass the fifty-year mile marker, we broke out the...

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Rigo & Jesse Martinez - Dock to Driver

Father and son Rigo and Jesse Martinez are a great example of family members who started on the dock and completed on-the-job training through...

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Podcast - Driver Appreciation with Gary Sasser

On the newest edition of our podcast, Gary Sasser, Chairman and CEO, makes a special appearance to give a special Driver Appreciation Week thank you...

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Celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week - Sept 12-18, 2021

Every year, Averitt celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NDAW). Though we strive to celebrate our driving force every day, the...

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Eddie Stephenson - Birmingham City Driver

For 30 years, Eddie has been serving Averitt's customers, and he loves being helpful and providing top-quality service to his community.

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Averitt Services Scored High by Shippers in Industry-Leading Survey

Readers of Logistics Management magazine have honored Averitt Express as a top transportation and logistics services provider in the publication's...

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Averitt Driver - Henrique Fernandes - This Team Treats You Like Family

Averitt driver Henrique Fernandes has been driving for quite a while - but has never experienced anything like this!

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Averitt Can Give You Peace of Mind

When Averitt mechanic and father of five Anthony Baker wakes up in the morning, he can be confident that his job is secure and stable. And as Averitt...

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Celebrating 50 Years Of Professionalism

Our team's professional image has set us apart for 50 years now. For our associates, our image has helped us create a reputation every associate can...

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