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Kenworth, Fastport, and Hiring Our Heroes have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award honoring military veterans in trucking

August 11, 2026

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Kenworth Announces 11 Semi-Finalists for 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award

Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving ...

PodWheels and The Trucker Media Group announced a new podcast and editorial series covering the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving For Excellence Award recognizing military veteran truck drivers.

August 3, 2026

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PodWheels and The Trucker Announce Coverage of Transition Trucking’s Driving for Excellence Award

PodWheels and The Trucker Media Group have announced plans to launch a new series of podcast episodes and feature stories highlighting the 2026 Transition ...

Air Force veteran Greg Smith has been named Schneider's newest Ride of Pride driver and will operate a truck honoring those affected by September 11, 2001.

June 23, 2026

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Air Force Veteran Selected as Schneider’s New Ride of Pride Driver

A Schneider driver with more than two decades of military service has been selected to operate the carrier’s newest Ride of Pride truck. Greg ...

Truck drivers and industry leaders come together through Wreaths Across America as DAT’s Dean Croke shares his journey honoring fallen military heroes and the role trucking plays in this national mission.

January 16, 2026

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A Trucker’s Path to Honoring Fallen Heroes Through Wreaths Across America

For Dean Croke, trucking has always been about more than freight. Long before he became a recognized industry analyst, he was a driver at ...

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 ...

December 30, 2024

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Schneider Drivers Honor Veterans Through Wreaths Across America Participation

Schneider National Inc. has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to honoring veterans by participating in the Wreaths Across America (WAA) initiative for the ...

J&R Schugel celebrates 50 years by honoring Disabled American Veterans (DAV) with a special tribute. At their anniversary event in Chillicothe, Ohio, the company unveiled a uniquely wrapped Kenworth T680 truck and supported DAV with a $25,000 donation, showcasing their ongoing commitment to veterans and community causes.

November 25, 2024

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Celebrating 50 Years at J&R Schugel with a Special Tribute to Disabled American Veterans

J&R Schugel marked a half-century of success by honoring Disabled American Veterans (DAV) with a special tribute. The company held a memorable event at ...

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 ...