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Kenworth, Fastport, and Hiring Our Heroes honor military veterans transitioning to trucking with the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. Learn about eligibility, timeline, and the Kenworth T680 grand prize.

March 31, 2026

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Kenworth Continues Support for Veteran Truckers with 2026 Transition Trucking Award

For the 11th consecutive year, Kenworth has partnered with Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative to recognize outstanding ...

Voting is open through November 11 for the 2025 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. Meet the veteran finalists and cast your vote to honor America’s top transitioning drivers.

November 6, 2025

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Vote Now: Help Choose the Next Transition Trucking Award Winner — Voting Ends Nov. 11

Truck drivers and fleet managers, it’s time to show your support for the veterans behind the wheel. Online voting is officially open for the ...

September 30, 2025

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Finalists Named for 2025 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award

Four veteran drivers have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award, a national recognition program that shines a ...

August 7, 2025

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Veteran Drivers Recognized as Semi-Finalists for 2025 Transition Trucking Award

Twelve veteran truck drivers who’ve traded military service for the open road are now in the running for one of the transportation industry’s top ...

June 2, 2025

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Deadline Approaches for Transition Trucking Award Honoring Military Veterans

The time is running out to nominate exceptional truckers for the coveted Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence award, which celebrates military veterans who have ...

April 1, 2025

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Kenworth Celebrates a Decade of Donating Grand Prize for Transition Trucking Award

For the tenth year in a row, Kenworth is proud to contribute the grand prize for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award. This ...

March 27, 2025

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Nominate the Best Rookie Military Veteran in Trucking Starting Today

The trucking industry is gearing up for an exciting event, as nominations for the esteemed Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award open today. Presented ...

U.S. Army veteran Cory Troxell, a driver for Stevens Transport, has won the 2024 Transition Trucking Award. Honored at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Troxell received a Kenworth T680 for his dedication to trucking after 20 years of military service.

December 19, 2024

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U.S. Army Veteran Cory Troxell Wins 2024 Transition Trucking Award

Cory Troxell, a former U.S. Army service member and driver for Stevens Transport in Dallas, has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2024 ...

NFI Industries supports military veterans transitioning to civilian careers with programs like the Veteran Engagement Team, donation drives, and partnerships that honor their service.

November 25, 2024

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Supporting Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life with NFI Industries

NFI Industries is committed to offering vital resources that assist military veterans as they make the significant transition into the civilian workforce. Finding a ...

Public voting is now open for the four finalists in the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. (Photo courtesy Transition Trucking)

November 7, 2024

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Celebrate Veterans in Trucking: Cast Your Vote for the 2024 Transition Trucking Award Winner

Each year, the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award honors remarkable veterans who’ve made a successful move into the trucking industry. This event celebrates ...