Truck Drivers Saluted in Weeklong Celebration
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The 35th Annual National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs Sept. 10-16, providing an opportunity to give special recognition to the more than 3.5 million truck drivers who safely and professionally deliver America’s critical goods to communities from coast to coast.
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Thousands of trucking companies, manufacturers, producers and industry suppliers are acknowledging the contributions of truck drivers by hosting cookouts, doing giveaways, honoring safety achievements, announcing new incentive programs, and inviting friends and family to participate in the festivities.
“Truck drivers are the ones who move our country forward, and they deserve to be celebrated by their companies, customers, neighbors, families and friends,” said American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear. “We invite all Americans to join us in thanking these hardworking men and women who supply our communities.”
Watch this page throughout the week for social media updates on the different ways drivers are being recognized. Use the hashtag #NTDAW23 (on X, formerly known as Twitter) and #ThankATrucker with your posts.
We're celebrating #NationalTruckDriverAppreciationWeek at all our terminals because our drivers aren't just employees – they're family. And our family is our business! 🚚💙 #ThankATrucker today! #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/NoJzRJ2Yvc — Hazel's Expedited Freight (@HazelsExpedited) September 15, 2023
We were honored to hold a Trucker Appreciation Day BBQ in Elko at the Osino Commercial Checksite on Interstate 80 to recognize and honor the vital contributions of truck drivers to our lives and our economy. Thank you for your dedication and commitment. #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/SNKKRXkIzN — Nevada State Police (@NVStatePolice) September 15, 2023
How would you spend $500? If you're a truck driver, click below to enter for your chance to win during our National Truck Driver Appreciation Week sweepstakes. #NTDAW #ThankATrucker — Sentry (@SentryInsurance) September 15, 2023
Driver Appreciation Week 2023 was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who donated items, food, and time to make this week possible.
And a HUGE thank you to all our drivers. You are the heroes of the road, and you keep our country moving forward😊🚛 #thankatrucker #NTDAW pic.twitter.com/jTumMJ4lcS — Freedom Trans Dedicated (@freedom_trans) September 15, 2023
🎉 Hip Hip Hooray! 🎉 Here are our $50 Gift Card winners from Wednesday! #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 #truckmovers #driveaway #giveaway pic.twitter.com/EvErYfeH9K — TruckMovers (@TruckMovers) September 15, 2023
Schneider driver celebration time! We turned our operating centers into celebration hubs, complete with cookouts, giveaways and online drawings for drivers. We are always grateful for our drivers, so here's a big thank you for your incredible work!#ThankATrucker #NTDAW pic.twitter.com/Kw4KCWQSWU — Schneider (@WeAreSchneider) September 15, 2023
Once again, TLC has partnered with some of our customers to #ThankATrucker this week! @TopFox @drinkdripdrop @HormelFoods Suter #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/4oD2dgyTZE — TLC Ingredients (@tlcingredients) September 15, 2023
Give a wave and #ThankATrucker today! 👋 🚚
Thank you to the 3.5 million drivers across the nation who work day and night to safely deliver our products and drive our economy. #NTDAW https://t.co/Q9tp2X2WSm — Senate Commerce, Science, Transportation Committee (@commercedems) September 15, 2023
Our Conroe team celebrated their drivers for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! Thank you guys for all that you do for Conner!! We hope you enjoyed the day 🥳👏#NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker #DriverAppreciation #ConnerCares4Employees pic.twitter.com/FH1xFLoyl2 — Conner Industries (@connerind) September 15, 2023
This afternoon, I took to the House floor to celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
I am immensely proud of America's dedicated truckers, including the 66,830 professional drivers in North Carolina. Truly, they are the unsung heroes of our supply chain. pic.twitter.com/ZGAWm9lsyz — Virginia Foxx (@virginiafoxx) September 12, 2023
This week Great West Casualty Company employees across the nation handed out more than 1,000 meals and gifts to truck drivers. As part of Truck Driver Appreciation week, we say thank you to all the drivers. #TDAW2023 #ThankaTrucker #trucking @TruckingFWD pic.twitter.com/tyHciQsrX3 — Great West Casualty Company (@GreatWestCC) September 14, 2023
During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we thank the men and women in the industry who keep our state, country, and economy moving!
They’re the unsung heroes who ensure we receive essential goods and supplies for our communities, rain or shine. #ThankaTrucker pic.twitter.com/pGrhO2r2GG — Congresswoman Julia Letlow (@RepJuliaLetlow) September 14, 2023
Come out and visit us TODAY at @TATravelCenters in Terrell for some snacks, swag and good vibes. #ThankATrucker #NTDAW2023 #TxtaTrucker pic.twitter.com/NDNpnhiHst — TXTA (@TX_TA) September 14, 2023
We appreciate truck driver's for being our everyday road heroes. Following are some trucker deals as we wrap up this National Truck Driver Appreciation Week: https://t.co/ekd7QYzIFl #bobbysfriendlytowing #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/TKjbUN955W — Bobby's Friendly Towing (@BobbysFriendly) September 14, 2023
Happy #NTDAW23 to all the truck drivers who keep our nation running smoothly! At GSC, we express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to our motor carriers. This year we celebrated with raffle prizes, delicious snacks and warm handshakes. #WomenInLogistics #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/mmDAESull2 — GSC (@Go_GSC) September 14, 2023
Thank you for going the extra mile. Be sure to #ThankATrucker today!
📍 Korea Distribution Center
📸 We would love to see how you’re showing your appreciation for those who drive and deliver during #NTDAW23.
Email your high-res photos to exchangepost@aafes.com. pic.twitter.com/tw32aPRZr9 — Exchange Associates (@ExchangeAssoc) September 13, 2023
It’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! It was great to join @TRUCKINGdotORG today to share my appreciation for truck drivers in Iowa and across the country who keep our supply chain moving and our store shelves stocked! #ThankaTrucker pic.twitter.com/2udgLkFZSN — Ashley Hinson (@RepAshleyHinson) September 13, 2023
IT'S NATIONAL TRUCK DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEK and we appreciate you! Enter to win $350 worth of gift cards perfect for your life on the road! 🚛🛣️
Enter To Win: https://t.co/kBAI6fYwO4 #TruckerLife #TruckingIndustry #Truckers #PeachState #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/zrJQbGMVWs — Peach State Truck Centers (@PeachStateTC) September 13, 2023
In celebration of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, TruckMovers is giving away several $50 gift cards each day. Congratulations to our first round of lucky winners! #thankatrucker #truckmovers #driveaway pic.twitter.com/MdZDSHRwFg — TruckMovers (@TruckMovers) September 13, 2023
"If you got it, a truck brought it." For National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, take a moment to acknowledge the 8 million people employed in the American trucking industry. They literally keep our economy moving. #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/430hGqClqU — Rep. Glenn Ivey (@RepGlennIvey) September 13, 2023
Truck drivers play a crucial role in the daily operations of our organization. From all of us at Hallstar, we would like to say, “Thank you for your continued dedication!”#truckdrivers #thankyou #nationaltruckdriverappreciationweek #thankatrucker #trucking pic.twitter.com/WMxuowAzaP — Hallstar (@hallstar) September 13, 2023
Nearly 90% of NM communities depend exclusively on trucks to move and receive goods.
I recently met with Jal’s mayor to discuss critical investments needed to improve rural road conditions and keep truck drivers and motorists safe. Truckers drive our economy. #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/Yxa0uTH9Hb — Rep. Gabe Vasquez (@RepGabeVasquez) September 13, 2023
Gooey's Grilled Cheese food truck at IWX Motor Freight LLC. today helping us to celebrate Driver Appreciation Week. #NationalDriverAppreciationWeek #professionaldriver #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ShYK2AePNA — IWX Motor Freight (@iwxmotorfreight) September 13, 2023
Some newsflashes:
Trucker Appreciation Video: https://t.co/HAAbM0j4v1
NEW Chains and Coil Stuff: https://t.co/9sfMb8M1SD
Pre-Order Headache Racks: https://t.co/wbPFHuOrx0
Coffee and Donuts at our SC Warehouse this week!#NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker — Carolina Tarps (@CarolinaTarps) September 13, 2023
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week celebrates and honors the vital contributions of 3.6 million truck drivers who deliver essential goods nationwide, powering our economy and daily lives. We thank you! @ARTrucking #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ZiO8Hmbf8X — Sen. Dave Wallace (@SenDaveWallace) September 13, 2023
4th day into #DriverAppreciationWeek! The week is halfway over, but not to late to #thankatrucker. Our drivers and their families enjoyed Taco Tuesday in East, TN, C&J Dogs at 840, and Gyros at Deason! We enjoyed our vendors from Fifth Third Bank and Transamerica 401k. pic.twitter.com/6SlfLXemNg — Big G Express (@Big_G_Express) September 13, 2023
Check out two of our videos highlighting logging truck drivers in North Carolina! The NCFA ran a video series that followed four truckers in NC that work in logging that is featured on our Youtube channel here: https://t.co/xbEcgPMSbo #ThankaTrucker #NTDAW2023 pic.twitter.com/wmFzZnHDLm — NCForestryAssociation (@NCForestryAssoc) September 13, 2023
This Friday, Sept 16, as part of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week celebrations, we're serving up complimentary coffee and donuts at every Northern Touch Truck Wash location. Mark your calendars and join us for a treat to kickstart your day!
🍩☕ #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/xakePOnIBn — Northern Touch Truck Wash (@NTtruckwash) September 13, 2023
We invite all Members of Congress and their staff to tour Interstate One and get behind the wheel of our Simulator Challenge!
@SenJoniErnst & @RepJerryCarl are on the leaderboard! #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 https://t.co/7BzFy9iB6C pic.twitter.com/70xcvAq16f — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG) September 13, 2023
We kicked off Driver Appreciation Week on Monday with cornhole, food trucks, giveaways, & more! 💙💚🚛 #ThankATrucker #DriverAppreciationWeek #DAW23 pic.twitter.com/wiJawoW1p0 — John Christner Trucking (@drivejct) September 13, 2023
COLUMBUS, OHIO DRIVERS! You work hard to keep us moving and we want to recognize and appreciate you. Please make plans to join us Wednesday, Sept. 20th AND Thursday, Sept. 21st where you will enjoy breakfast, and lunch, prizes and more! We hope to see you there. #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/ptnlIfMFtN — Heartland Express (@HeartlandExp) September 13, 2023
It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. So to all our hardworking truckers, have a great one, and remember, keep the greasy side down and the shiny side up! #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/fasiCsCqT3 — Rep. Mike Collins (@RepMikeCollins) September 13, 2023
It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and we want to give back to you. 🚚
Stop in and grab a thank you gift from us 🤩
Make sure you #ThankATrucker this week! #NTDAW23 #TruckerLife #TruckingIndustry pic.twitter.com/7E35jLaX9A — Birmingham Freightliner & Western Star (@Bham_Freight) September 12, 2023
Great West Casualty Company and Joe Morten & Son had the opportunity to say thank you with lunches and gifts for truck drivers at the @SouthDakotaDOT weigh station near Jefferson. Have you thanked a truck driver today? #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/N6mCgs4SL2 — Joe Morten & Son (@joemortenandson) September 12, 2023
I’m proud to recognize National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Truckers are integral to America’s economy, skilled and committed to safety. Arkansas is blessed with strong leadership and participation in the trucking industry. Join me and #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/wTEBPcwS3U — Senator John Boozman (@JohnBoozman) September 12, 2023
My adopted-dad was a truck driver, so I know firsthand the sacrifice our truck drivers & their families make.
I’ll always fight to ensure Florida’s truck drivers have every resource needed to continue the important work of driving our economy. #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/ESqHBZjX9C — Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) September 12, 2023
We want to thank our customers this week 🤩. Stop by to grab a goodie bag, and celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with us 🚚.
Make sure you #ThankATrucker this week!#NTDAW23 #TruckerLife #TruckingIndustry #PeachState pic.twitter.com/pHZUweKOap — Peach State Truck Centers (@PeachStateTC) September 12, 2023
Celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! 🚚👏 Sending our heartfelt gratitude to all the incredible truck drivers out there. Your unwavering commitment keeps the world moving! 🌍💪 #TruckerAppreciation #NTDAW23 #thankatrucker #thankatruckdriver @TRUCKINGdotORG pic.twitter.com/UGTBunl3ST — Zekelman Industries (@ZekelmanInd) September 12, 2023
Truck drivers are essential workers in our supply chain. 233,940 tons of goods are transported by trucks in Washington each day. Our communities thrive because of the hard work of truck drivers and other workers in the trucking industry. #NTDAW23 — Rep. Adam Smith (@RepAdamSmith) September 12, 2023
In honor of the Truck Driver Appreciation Week, GSC joined @Caltrux's Truck Driver Appreciation event yesterday. We had the privilege to connect with the dedicated truck drivers who truly represent the backbone of America's #logistics industry.#NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/3Gml9sSzUN — GSC (@Go_GSC) September 12, 2023
Today, just as most are starting their day, several of our drivers wrapped it up with a hot breakfast! Lots of love to our drivers this week. #NTDAW23 | #HereComesMartin pic.twitter.com/PQBXnJgSif — Martin Bros. Dist. (@martinbrosdist) September 12, 2023
👋 Stagecoach Family! 🐎
It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, and we have something special for you. 🎁
Join us for a chance to win raffles, score prizes, and grab freebies! 🧢👕#Stagecoach #NationalTruckDriverAppreciationWeek #ThankYou #Drivers #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/SxN3i6nHkP — Stagecoach Cartage & Distribution LLC. (@_Stagecoach) September 11, 2023
https://t.co/wreTrnLOzF. #ThankATrucker #TruckDriverAppreciationWeek — Acuity Insurance (@acuityinsurance) September 11, 2023
A show of gratitude to all our drivers country wide! Without their commitment & dedication our communities wouldn't have access to the necessities or luxuries that we enjoy every day. We'll be celebrating with breakfasts, lunches, gifts & prizes. #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 🚚 🚛 pic.twitter.com/c6esE9bGTV — XTL Transport (@XTL_Transport) September 11, 2023
It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and we are celebrating with cookies and a chance to win a GATR Swag Bag at each location all week long. Hope to see you! #GATRTruckCenter #Iowa #Minnesota #ThankaTrucker #WeAppreciateYou #Service #Sales #Parts #WashBay #trucking #NTDAW pic.twitter.com/35Jeszfnmw — GATR Truck Center (@GATRTruckCenter) September 11, 2023
2023 Driver of the Year Candy Bass @TransDesignInc has been a professional driver for 50 years, accumulating 6 million accident-free miles! Thank you Candy & all drivers who are making a positive impact in the industry & their communities! 🎉🚛❤️ #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/hJXUwPI1Bo — WomenInTrucking (@WomenInTrucking) September 11, 2023
We are kicking off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with a Breakfast FOR Champions (chick-fil-a of course!) for our #SLG Champion Driver Partners!! 🥯🍳🚚🙌🎉#NTDAW #thankatrucker #truckers #truckerappreciation #thankyou #savannahlogisticsgroup #carolinalogistics pic.twitter.com/SSEN4DlZuC — Savannah Logistics Group (@slg_sav) September 11, 2023
Today we appreciate Leon "WOJO" Wojciechowski, who has been with QC for over 24 years and has a record of 2 million accident free miles.
Thank you for all you do, WOJO!#QC #NTDAW23 #TruckingIndustry #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/rSl8ewmAs6 — Quality Carriers (@QualityCarriers) September 11, 2023
Happy Truck Driver Appreciation Week! 🎉🚚 To celebrate, drivers can stop by any of our locations this week and enjoy a snack on us. Thank you for keeping America moving! 🇺🇸 #truckdriverappreciationweek #thankatrucker #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/mz08Zabqx4 — RDO Truck Centers (@RDOTruckCenters) September 11, 2023
During #NTDAW23 ATA extends our thanks to drivers with gift baskets, sponsored by @ACT1trucking @Netradyne @IntactInsurance @tenstreet @Excargo @PepsiCo @NATSO_Inc -- a token of gratitude for their work and commitment to keeping our country moving forward. #ThankATrucker 🙏🚛 pic.twitter.com/9ahQfXOWCA — American Trucking (@TRUCKINGdotORG) September 11, 2023
We have one last giveaway for #TruckDriverAppreciationWeek!
How to enter:
-Like and retweet this pic! 📸
-Tag a #PorkRind fan and hit that #follow!
-Enter our Tune Up Challenge: https://t.co/114ibWPEZ6
-Quote this tweet and say who you appreciate. 🙌
Winner is chosen on 9/18. pic.twitter.com/EwcZrHSPL3 — Southern Recipe (@SouthernRecipe) September 11, 2023
Without truck drivers, we wouldn't have the food, products and raw materials that our nation depends on every day. Truck drivers keep West Virginia and America moving forward. Please join me in thanking our truck drivers for their tireless work! #NTDAW23 pic.twitter.com/8kximBpyUo — Senator Joe Manchin (@Sen_JoeManchin) September 10, 2023
Truck drivers power our economy, keep store shelves stocked, and deliver relief supplies. Their extraordinary dedication should be recognized.
If you see a trucker this National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, please take the time to say “thank you.” #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/Z8aioKK5gw — Rep. Hank Johnson (@RepHankJohnson) September 10, 2023
We are excited to celebrate our community's hardworking truck drivers during #NTDAW23 by writing them cards to show our thanks for their essential role in our lives. The cards were sent to a local trucking company to pass out to their drivers this week.
#ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/rJpjTvU6Yc — Moore Colson (@MooreColson) September 11, 2023
#DriverAppreciationWeek is nearly here! Here's a little sneak peek at the gift items we'll be raffling away next week ✨
Join us LIVE Monday-Friday at 2 pm CST on our Facebook page as Saige and our special guests (❓) reveal the winners! #NTDAW #NTDAW23 #ThankATrucker pic.twitter.com/EAbSBffQSi — Nussbaum Transportation (@NussbaumTrans) September 9, 2023
If you're traveling along Interstate 480 and Broadway in Cleveland this month, look up and catch this TMAF billboard from Ohio and their Driver of the Year, Dave! #ThankATrucker #NTDAW23 @Ohio_Trucking pic.twitter.com/tftYGIt0jf — TruckingFWD (@TruckingFWD) September 8, 2023
