Aim News

For Catalina Morales, the path to becoming a diesel mechanic was not a traditional one. Born and raised in Phoenix, AZ, Catalina spent 10 years working as a barber before deciding it was time for a change. When the COVID-19 pandemic slowed business, she took it as an opportunity to pursue something more stable and more aligned with her long-term goals.

“I knew I needed something more secure, something more for myself,” she said.

by David Gurska, COO, Aim Integrated Logistics

At Aim Transportation Solutions, progress has always been about more than just moving freight from point A to point B. It’s about how we do it: responsibly, efficiently, and with an eye toward the future of our industry. That’s why I’m proud to share that Aim has once again renewed its participation in the U.S. EPA SmartWay® Transport Partnership.

For companies operating private fleets, the pressure has never been greater. Rising costs, driver shortages, increasing compliance requirements, and the constant need for service reliability are forcing many businesses to rethink how they manage transportation.

That’s why more organizations are turning to Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC)—a solution that delivers the control of a private fleet without the operational burden.

But not all dedicated providers are created equal. The difference comes down to partnership and the ability to deliver consistently, day in and day out.

The diesel technician shortage continues to challenge fleet operators across the U.S., forcing companies to rethink not only how they attract and retain talent, but also how they structure their maintenance operations.

Industry leaders say the issue is no longer just about filling open roles—it’s about building sustainable systems that can withstand ongoing labor market volatility.

The only people who like winter are the ones who don’t have to drive in it.

For them, winter begins with the first snowflake or when pumpkin spice turns to peppermint. In transportation, winter starts when the jack-o’-lanterns rot — and it doesn’t end until the Easter Bunny shows up.

Few industries deal with winter the way we do. While others can work from home or use PTO during severe weather, our industry doesn’t stop. Drivers, technicians and support staff still have to report, because freight still has to move.

Winter isn’t optional for us.