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Knoxville,
TN – August 2022 / Newsmaker Alert: In
honor of the professional truck drivers who keep America moving, Pilot
Flying J announces the return of its annual
Road Warrior contest with the largest prize total in history. This
year’s $30,000 Road Warrior contest will recognize and reward three pro
drivers who go the extra mile in their jobs and communities.
From
August 1—August 15, 2022, the nation’s leading network of travel centers
will be accepting nominations of these highway heroes for the chance to
be named the 2022 Road Warrior. Submissions should highlight the driver’s
contributions to the trucking industry, safe driving history, community
involvement, miles driven, and other meaningful stories about the hardworking
nominee. Three winners will be selected with cash prizes including $15,000
for the grand prize winner, $10,000 for second place, and $5,000 for third
place.
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“We
are honored to recognize the selflessness, dedication, and service of professional
truck drivers who are working hard to deliver the goods that we all rely
on,” said David
Hughes, Senior Vice President of Sales for Pilot Flying J. “Our annual
Road Warrior contest is an opportunity to highlight those individuals who
are role models in the trucking industry and to say thank you to all the
drivers out there for letting us be part of your journey to keep the country
moving.”
To
enter*, visit the Road Warrior Contest page at pilotflyingj.com/roadwarrior
and submit a nomination through August 15 for a professional driver deserving
of this recognition. The first, second, and third place winners will be
announced at the end of September as part of Driver Appreciation month.
Last
year’s grand prize winner was Eric Curlett, a Marine Veteran and glass
hauler for Maverick Transportation. He was nominated by a fellow driver
who described him as “one of the best humans” he has ever met. Eric was
chosen for his dedication to the profession, outstanding driver record,
and involvement in his community. Learn more about Eric’s contribution
to the trucking industry and last year’s second and third place winners,
Eduardo Andrade and David Rosenquist, in this article.
To
nominate a professional truck driver, view the official contest rules,
and learn more about the Road Warrior contest, visit www.PilotFlyingJ.com/roadwarrior.
*See
contest rules for terms and conditions.
About
Pilot Company
Pilot
Travel Centers LLC (“Pilot Flying J”), the largest network of travel
centers in North America, is committed to connecting people and places
with comfort, care and a smile at every stop. The Pilot Flying J travel
center network includes over 750 locations in 44 states and six Canadian
provinces with more than 680 restaurants, 75,000 truck parking spaces,
5,300 deluxe showers, 6,200 diesel lanes and offers truck maintenance and
tire service through Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J. Details on locations,
amenities and rewards are available in the myRewards PlusTM app. More information
on Pilot Flying J is available at www.PilotFlyingJ.com.
Pilot
Flying J is part of the Pilot Company family of brands. Founded in 1958
and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Company is currently ranked
No. 7 on Forbes’ list of America’s Largest Private Companies. For additional
information about Pilot Company, its 30,000 team members and commitment
to giving back, visit www.PilotCompany.com.
Media
Contact:
Stephanie
Myers
Manager,
Media & Public Relations
Pilot
Company
865-474-4096
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