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For many companies with in-house truck maintenance operations, their most valuable assets aren't the tools or the trucks sitting in the shop. They're the experience walking around.

A longtime maintenance manager knows your operation. They know which vendors to call, which parts need to stay on the shelf and how to keep preventive maintenance on schedule without disrupting the operation. They understand the personalities on their team, the expectations of leadership and the countless processes that have developed over decades of experience.

Then, one day, they retire.

For Curtis Thaxton, becoming a professional truck driver was something he had his sights set on from an early age. Born and raised in Dayton, OH, Curtis grew up around the trucking industry thanks to his father, who was also a truck driver.

As the old saying goes: Trucking ain’t easy. Never has been. And today? Well today's operating environment is presenting fleet leaders with an especially difficult balancing act.

Freight markets are recovering, yet capacity remains tight. Driver recruitment continues to challenge employers. Regulatory enforcement is increasing, insurance costs continue to climb, and the threat of nuclear verdicts has raised the stakes for every company operating commercial vehicles.

Those were the key themes explored during Aim Transportation Solutions' recent webinar, "Trucking in Transition: Navigating Freight, Driver and Risk Challenges in 2026," where Senior Vice President of Operations Brandon Stieb, Senior Vice President of Safety and Risk Management Ron Bourque and Senior Vice President of Integrated Logistics Sales Tom Reda shared practical

When your operation depends on more than a standard truck, having access to specialized equipment can make all the difference. From boom trucks and flatbeds to truck-mounted forklift (Moffett) solutions, Aim Transportation Solutions helps businesses move materials safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Whether you're delivering products to jobsites, unloading materials without a dock, or transporting oversized freight, specialty equipment can improve productivity and help your team get more done with fewer delays.