Crawford Trucking, Fortigo Freight Win Top Fleet Awards for First Time

Key Details CarriersEdge announced its 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For winners, with Crawford Trucking and Fortigo Freight Services both earning Best Overall Fleet awards for the first time. Crawford Trucking, based in Des Moines, Iowa, claimed the small carrier category after three years in the Top 20. Fortigo Freight Services, headquartered in Etobicoke, Ontario, won the large carrier category in its seventh consecutive Top 20 appearance. Hall of Fame Recognition FTC Transportation of Oklahoma City received the Stratosphere Award as the highest-scoring fleet in the Best Fleets Hall of Fame. The company has maintained Hall of Fame status for five years and won Best Fleets recognition for 14 consecutive years. Despite operating just 23 drivers, FTC Transportation demonstrates that size doesn't determine excellence. Why It Matters The 18-year-old Best Fleets program identifies carriers that deliver superior workplace experiences for company drivers and independent contractors. CarriersEdge CEO Jane Jazrawy highlighted that winning fleets succeeded despite market challenges, with exceptional safety and retention scores. Hall of Fame qualification requires 10 consecutive years of recognition or seven years with at least one overall award. Fleets must requalify annually to maintain Hall of Fame status.