Mark McLean, a driver for FedEx Freight, claimed the prestigious grand champion title at the Trucking Association of New York’s annual Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Competition. The event, which took place in Syracuse over the past weekend, showcased top talent from across the state.
McLean not only secured the grand champion crown but also emerged victorious in the highly competitive three-axle class.
Special Award Winners Recognized
Several participants were honored for their exceptional performance in specific categories:
- Team Trophy: XPO
- Pre-trip Inspection Flatbed: Daren Hackney, Walmart Supply Chain
- Pre-trip Inspection Straight Truck: Davin Strong, FedEx Express
- Rookie of the Year: Graham Roger, Martin Brower Company
- Ray Dagostino Award: Jeffrey Nesci
Class Winners
The competition featured a wide range of vehicle categories, highlighting the drivers’ skills across different classes:
- Step Van: Robin Newton, FedEx
- Straight Truck: David May, XPO
- 3-Axle: Mark McLean, FedEx Freight
- 4-Axle: Randy Merle, FedEx Freight
- 5-Axle: Oliver Estevez, Martin Brower Company
- Flatbed: Raymond Waage, FedEx Freight
- Tank Truck: Zack Bourque, Wegmans Food Markets
- Twin Trailers: Francisco Caravajal, FedEx
- Sleeper Berth: James Kohr, FedEx
The event celebrated the dedication and expertise of New York’s trucking professionals while fostering a sense of camaraderie among industry participants. Mark McLean’s remarkable achievement underscores the skill and precision required to excel in the trucking industry.
Image Source: (Trucking Association of New York) Mark Mclean
Source: Truckers News
