The Blue Bird Blog
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Deer Season Is Here: Avoiding Wildlife Collisions This Fall
Fall brings crisp air, colorful leaves, and a welcome break from summer’s heat. But for professional drivers, it also brings a serious hazard: peak deer season. Each year, thousands of accidents...
Oct 06, 2025
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What’s in Your Thermos? Our Favorite Fall Drinks for Life on the Road
There’s something about fall that makes a warm drink taste even better. The mornings turn crisp, the leaves start to change, and the open road feels cozier with a hot thermos at your side. For...
Sep 29, 2025
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Brake Safety Week Highlights and What They Mean for You
Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) shines a spotlight on one of the most critical components of every truck: the braking system. From August 24–30, 2025, certified inspectors...
Sep 18, 2025
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Wellness on the Road: How Marten Supports Your Health & Safety
When you’re behind the wheel, everything depends on your well-being—your focus, your reaction time, your energy, and your peace of mind. That’s why at Marten Transport, we’ve built a wellness...
Aug 18, 2025
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School’s Back in Session: What Professional Drivers Need to Know
As summer winds down and the school year gears up, roads across the country start looking a lot different. From busy school zones to stop-and-go neighborhoods filled with backpacks and buses,...
Aug 04, 2025
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Teamwork at the Terminal: A Day in the Life of Marten’s Support Network
At Marten Transport, our drivers are supported by more than just strong pay and reliable freight—they’re backed by a network of modern terminals and resources that help keep their day-to-day...
Jul 14, 2025
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Stars, Stripes, and the Open Road: How Marten Drivers Celebrate the 4th of July On the Road
If you’re not home and rolling down the highway, the spirit of Independence Day rides right along with you. At Marten, we know our drivers make big sacrifices to keep America moving, and holidays...
Jul 02, 2025
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Driving Excellence: Honoring Marten's Q1 2025 Drivers of the Quarter
At Marten Transport, our drivers are the heart of everything we do. Each quarter, we proudly recognize outstanding professionals who go above and beyond in safety, service, reliability, and...
Jun 16, 2025
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Sleeping Cool this Summer: How to Beat the Heat at Night
For professional drivers, few things are more valuable than a good night’s rest. At Marten Transport, we understand that long days behind the wheel demand real recovery time. But when summer...
Jun 02, 2025