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Boyd Bros. Transportation was one of the companies named as an overall winner of the 2010 Best Fleets to Drive For by The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge. TCA is an organization dedicated to representing the interests of truckload carriers, and CarriersEdge is the leading provider of online driver improvement programs. Boyd Bros was selected as Best Fleet for Company Drivers.

Best Fleets to Drive For is an annual survey and contest identifying the North American for hire trucking companies that provide the best workplace experiences for their drivers. Nominated carriers are evaluated on the range and depth of offered programs, the overall effectiveness of those programs across key metrics and the responses of surveyed drivers. The top finishers are identified as Best Fleets to Drive For, and the highest scoring fleet in each category is named overall winner.

Boyd Bros. Transportation won in its category for demonstrating solid and consistent results across a variety of areas. The company has invested in a simulator to help drivers learn and/or improve safe driving techniques, developed a mentoring program tied to the usage of the simulator, and established a benchmarking program to track and manage driver performance on the road. It utilizes structured performance reviews to ensure that new hires transition smoothly, consults with a driver advisory board to guide company policy, and offers a variety of educational and career development opportunities. It also maintains a formal wellness program and provides the services of a company chaplain, who conveniently doubles as a certified financial planner.

“The Boyd family has always listened to our drivers. We want to address their needs in every possible aspect of their lives, from instilling safe driving habits, to helping maintain their health, to ensuring their financial stability” said Richard Bailey, President. “It's good to know from receiving this recognition that our drivers recognize our efforts and are happy driving for us.”

Smith & Howard is honored to work with the team at Boyd Bros. Transportation and wishes them continued success.