Heartland Express, Inc. reached a major milestone as it proudly accepted its 10,000th Freightliner tractor. The presentation took place during the company’s driver appreciation event in North Liberty, Iowa on Wednesday, July 12.
Distinguished guests, including John O’Leary, President and CEO of Daimler Truck North America, were in attendance to witness the occasion. Mike Gerdin, President and CEO of Heartland Express, gratefully accepted the truck on behalf of the company.
“Heartland Express has been a long-standing partner of Daimler Truck and Freightliner and we’re very pleased to present their 10,000th truck,” said O’Leary. “Our relationship goes back decades, and we look forward to a long and successful future together.”
“Heartland Express and Freightliner have been working successfully together for a long time and this is a huge milestone for our company,” said Gerdin. “We rely on our equipment to keep our drivers safe and allow us to provide award-winning service that we are known for across our industry. Our drivers love Freightliner for their comfort, reliability, and safety. We want to thank Daimler Truck North America, Freightliner, McCoy Group, and Truck Country for their partnership over the years.”
Headquartered in North Liberty, Iowa, Heartland Express stands out as an irregular route truckload carrier serving customers across the United States and Mexico. The company places a strong focus on regional freight and ensures on-time service to help their shippers achieve their strategic goals and satisfy their valued customers.
Source: Truckers News
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