TravelCenters of America (TA) invites nominations for the highly esteemed 2025 Citizen Driver Award as it proudly enters its 15th year of honoring exceptional truck drivers. These awards celebrate individuals who not only demonstrate outstanding driving skills but also embody the core values that uplift the image of the trucking profession, including citizenship, safety, health, community service, and leadership. This initiative shines a light on the significant contributions of truck drivers to society, as highlighted in an official announcement released on August 13.
Celebrate the Achievements
The recipients of the Citizen Driver Award will enjoy the unique privilege of having a TA, Petro Stopping Center, or TA Express location named in their honor. Their inspiring stories will be shared widely, spreading awareness of their exceptional contributions to the industry and community. In addition to this recognition, each winner will receive a cash prize of $5,000, with TA contributing an additional $2,500 to a charitable organization chosen by the recipient.
Nomination Guidelines
Nominations, including self-nominations from professional drivers, are open until October 7, 2024. These submissions will be meticulously reviewed by a panel of esteemed experts within the trucking industry, ensuring the selection of the most deserving candidates.
As expressed in the announcement, “The Citizen Driver Program spotlights some of the most extraordinary drivers today and illustrates the fine examples of professionalism embedded in the truck driving profession.” Last year alone saw an impressive influx of over 150 nominations from a wide range of sources, encompassing fleet owners, professional drivers, industry associations, and suppliers.
To date, the award has celebrated 44 remarkable drivers, each contributing to the legacy of excellence within this vital industry. If you wish to commend a worthy candidate or nominate yourself, please complete the nomination form by clicking here.
Source: The Trucker
