LDN. Lisa Kelly’s Bold Comeback: From Ice Road Legend to Business Owner Driving the Arctic Once Again.LDN

 Lisa Kelly’s Stunning Transformation: From TV’s Ice Road Queen to Fearless CEO of Her Own Arctic Trucking Empire 

Lisa Kelly, the fearless woman who became a household name as the only female driver on Ice Road Truckers, has returned to the icy highways of Alaska — but this time, she’s not just behind the wheel; she’s running the show.

After years of working for others, Kelly has taken the reins of her own destiny by founding her own trucking company, Arctic Fox Trucking, marking a new and empowering chapter in her extraordinary career.

According to a recent feature in Overdrive magazine, Kelly recently purchased a 2019 Peterbilt 389 — a gleaming, custom-built rig designed for the grueling demands of Alaska’s winter roads.

The vehicle, famous among truckers for its power and resilience, represents more than just a business investment; it’s a symbol of independence.

“I wanted something that was mine — something I could be proud of and build on my own terms,” Kelly reportedly said, reflecting on her decision to step into business ownership.

For fans who have followed her since her debut on Ice Road Truckers over a decade ago, this transition is both surprising and inspiring.

The once-TV-famous driver, known for her grit and good humor while navigating 60-ton loads across frozen lakes and deadly passes, has now turned her passion into an entrepreneurial venture.

Kelly’s company, Arctic Fox Trucking, is based out of Fairbanks, Alaska — a hub for logistics operations serving the North Slope and the Arctic regions.

Her goal, as she explained, is to create a small but efficient fleet focused on safety, reliability, and sustainability in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Kelly’s decision to buy her own truck came after years of reflection.

Following the conclusion of Ice Road Truckers, she stepped back from television to focus on real-life trucking.

But it wasn’t an easy road.

“The show was an amazing experience, but it also meant long filming schedules and less time on the actual job,” she said in a recent interview.

“I missed the work — the real, gritty part of trucking that doesn’t make it on TV.”

Now, she’s back in control — both literally and figuratively.

The Peterbilt 389, powered by a high-output Cummins engine and fitted with advanced cold-weather technology, has been customized to Kelly’s exact specifications.

She frequently shares glimpses of her life on the road with her fans through social media, posting photos of her truck against the breathtaking — and often dangerous — Alaskan wilderness.

Those close to her describe her comeback as nothing short of remarkable.

Fellow driver and longtime friend Darrell Ward once called her “one of the toughest drivers on the ice,” a title she continues to live up to.

Many in the trucking community view Kelly’s business move as a powerful statement — proof that determination and resilience can turn any roadblock into opportunity.

Her company’s name, Arctic Fox Trucking, carries a personal meaning.

The Arctic fox, known for its adaptability and survival instincts in extreme cold, mirrors Kelly’s own nature.

“It’s small, smart, and tough — that’s what I wanted my business to represent,” she said with a smile.

The road ahead won’t be easy.

Running a trucking business in Alaska means contending with temperatures that can plunge to -60°F, unpredictable weather, and logistical challenges that would deter most.

But for Kelly, these are the very challenges that fuel her spirit.

She’s planning to expand her operations over the next few years, with the goal of hiring and mentoring younger drivers — especially women — who want to enter the industry.

“I’ve been lucky to have people believe in me when I was just starting,” she shared.

“Now I want to give that back.

There aren’t enough women in trucking, especially up here.

If I can inspire one or two to give it a shot, that’s a win.”

Fans online have celebrated her new chapter with admiration and nostalgia.

Posts about Arctic Fox Trucking have gone viral among the Ice Road Truckers community, with many calling it “the comeback of the year.

” Even though the TV cameras are gone, Lisa Kelly’s story continues — perhaps more authentically than ever.

As she steers her Peterbilt across Alaska’s frozen highways, Lisa Kelly isn’t chasing fame anymore.

She’s chasing purpose — and paving her own road through the ice.