Auburn carrier draws praise for exemplary ethical business practices

OLYMPIA — Nov. 20, 2025 — Washington Trucking Associations congratulates member Rogue Motor Freight, Inc. who was named as a finalist for the 2025 Better Business Bureau (BBB) International Torch for Ethics in the small business category. The awards were presented at a virtual event Nov. 19, recognizing honorees in the United States and Canada.

Since 1996, the BBB International Torch Awards for Ethics recognizes businesses in North America that maintain outstanding dedication to upholding ethical business practices and promoting trust in the marketplace. It is the second year in a row that Rogue has been awarded the state level honor, and their first nominations for the BBB International Torch award.

Headquartered in Auburn, Rogue Motor Freight serves as a trusted partner to importers, exporters, and freight forwarders throughout the Pacific Northwest. The company’s core expertise is drayage operations at the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma, supported by regional truckload and LTL services, and a growing freight brokerage division serving customers across the U.S.

Jason Evans, President and CEO of Rogue Motor Freight Inc., said the nomination honors the company’s commitment to go beyond compliance and to embody trust, leadership, and community impact.

“The BBB Awards aren’t just about recognition—they’re a reflection of who we are every day,” said Evans. “In trucking, your word and your integrity travel faster than your trucks. We could not be prouder of this nomination for what it recognizes, both in our people and in our operations.”

Sheri Call, President & CEO of Washington Trucking Associations, applauded the company’s nomination as an example of the outstanding work happening in the trucking industry.

“We are incredibly proud and deeply appreciative to recognize Rogue Motor Freight Inc.. It is a tremendous honor to be nominated for the prestigious Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics,” she said. “This recognition is a powerful testament to their unwavering commitment to integrity and excellence, which brilliantly elevates the image of our entire industry,” Call added.

“Rogue’s nomination is a shining example of the high standards our members uphold and a success story we are delighted to share across the trucking community and among Washington Trucking Association members. We are fortunate to have Jason Evans in WTA’s leadership ranks, for leading by example and inspiring us all!”

About the Washington Trucking Associations
Since 1922, the Washington Trucking Associations (WTA) has served as the unified voice for the trucking industry in Washington. Member-supported, WTA is dedicated to advocating sound public policies, providing excellence in education, training, and information, as well as promoting a safe, dependable, and efficient trucking industry in Washington. For more information, visit www.watrucking.org.