YOUR ROAD TO THE FUTURE

The Next Generation in Trucking Association promotes careers in the trucking industry, builds and enhances school-based training programs, connects tomorrow’s workforce with today’s employers, and celebrates achievements across trucking — all to support a professional, skilled, and diverse supply chain.

OUR MISSION

DRIVING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

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Promote Trucking Careers

We work to highlight the trucking industry as an exciting and rewarding career path, showcasing the diverse opportunities available and inspiring the next generation to join the workforce.

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Build and Enhance Training Programs

By partnering with schools, colleges, and industry leaders, we create and support innovative education and training programs that equip students with the skills they need to succeed in trucking and logistics.

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Connect Tomorrow’s Workforce to Today’s Employers

We bridge the gap between young talent and industry employers, fostering meaningful connections that lead to job placements and fulfilling careers in trucking.

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Celebrate Achievements Across Trucking

We recognize and honor the accomplishments of students, young professionals, and companies, highlighting their contributions to the growth and innovation of the trucking industry.

Thank You to Our Champion Members!

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NEXT GEN STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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🌟 September Student of the Month: Charles Smith

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🌟 August Student of the Month: Kellan Burke

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE LIVE NOW!What does Gen Z really want from the workplace, and how can trucking better reach them? 👀🚛Lindsey Trent is joined by Gen Z speaker and expert Hannah Dannecker to talk about recruiting and retaining the next generation of talent.From social media and AI to career growth, communication and building genuine relationships, they’re breaking down what employers need to know, and how our industry can create stronger pathways for young people.The next generation is ready. It’s time to make sure they see a future in trucking.🎧 Watch or listen to the newest episode of NGT Talks now: link in bio!#NGTTalks #NextGenTrucking #GenZ #TruckingCareers #WorkforceDevelopment
🚨 LAST CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! 🚨Know a young driver or diesel technician who deserves some recognition? 👏🚛🔧The NEXT Top Talent Award, presented by Fullbay & Advanced Training Systems, is celebrating the incredible professionals under 30 helping drive trucking forward.🏆 Drivers + diesel technicians⏰ Nominations close October 9!Tag someone who deserves the spotlight 👇 and nominate them through the link in our bio!#NextGenTrucking #NextTopTalent #TruckingIndustry #DieselTechnician #ProfessionalDriver
Gen Z is changing the workforce. Is trucking ready? 👀🚛This Thursday on NGT Talks, Lindsey Trent sits down with Gen Z speaker and expert Hannah Dannecker to talk about what the next generation is really looking for in a career.From communication and transparency to growth opportunities, social media and AI, they’re breaking down how employers can better connect with, recruit and retain young talent.Plus, what can trucking do NOW to get more young people excited about careers in our industry?🎙️ New NGT Talks episode drops Thursday! Stay tuned.#NextGenTrucking #TruckingCareers #GenZ #WorkforceDevelopment #NGTTalks
Winter is coming… is your truck ready? 👀❄️A NEW episode of NGT Talks is LIVE, and we're talking all things winter driving! 🎙️🚛Tire chains vs. AutoSock? Traction laws? Winter driving essentials? We've got you covered!Lindsey Trent and Chuck from McGee Company are breaking down what every driver should know BEFORE the snow starts falling.🎧 Hit the link in our bio to tune in NOW!#NGTTalks #NextGenerationInTrucking #WinterDriving #TruckingSafety #FutureTruckers
Snowflakes are cute… until you're behind the wheel of an 80,000-pound truck. ❄️🚛Winter driving 101 is coming to NGT Talks THIS THURSDAY! 🎙️We're talking tire chains, AutoSock, icy roads, and everything you need to know BEFORE winter hits.Because the next generation of drivers deserves to hit the road prepared. 💪👀 New episode drops Thursday! Stay tuned!#NGTTalks #NextGenerationInTrucking #WinterDriving #FutureTruckers #TruckingSafety
Next Top Talent

Nominate Your Next Top Talent Today!

Nominate a standout driver or technician under 30 by October 9.

Let’s celebrate the next generation leading the way in trucking.