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Awareness for National Driver Appreciation Week
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Knoxville,
TN – September 2018 / Newsmaker Alert / In
honor of National Driver Appreciation Week, September 9 – 15, Pilot
Flying J, the largest network of travel centers in North America, today
announced its partnership with the American
Trucking Association (ATA) on an educational outreach program. In light
of the immense driver shortage facing the trucking industry, which may
reach 174,000 by 2026 according to the ATA, the initiative is designed
to raise greater awareness of the trucking profession and professional
drivers’ tremendous contributions to our nation’s economy.
Pilot
Flying J will celebrate professional drivers throughout the month of September
– starting today with the announcement of a $60,000 philanthropic gift
to the ATA’s Trucking Cares Foundation to help support professional drivers
and the future of the industry. Pilot Flying J will also reward drivers
all month long through its annual 100 Million myRewards® Points Giveaway
and 30 days of free offers in the myPilot®
app.
“Hardworking
professional drivers make countless sacrifices to keep our economy moving
and our ways of life possible,” said Ken Parent, president of Pilot Flying
J. “As we face a growing driver shortage, our hope is that this contribution
will help support the Trucking Cares Foundation’s mission to improve the
safety, security and sustainability of the trucking industry and contribute
to the future growth of the industry through education and training.”
Behind
the stocked retail shelves, fuel at the pump and expedited delivery of
goods to consumers across the country, is an industry of more than 3.5
million American truck drivers that keep the U.S. economy moving. Pilot
Flying J is honored to partner with ATA’s driver community to share their
insights on the trucking industry and their passion for professional driving,
with the hope of shedding light on the benefits of the truck driving profession
to reach the future of the industry.
“Professional
drivers have a great impact on our economy,” said Steve Brand, a professional
driver of 27 years for FedEx Freight. “It’s a great feeling knowing I have
a small part in that, plus the independence, flexibility, pay and benefits
are a perk of the job. I go to bed happy and wake up knowing that I am
making a difference.”
In
addition to driving awareness and appreciation of professional drivers,
Pilot Flying J is thanking them in-store throughout the month of September
with money-saving offers and giveaways. From Sept. 1 – 30, Pilot Flying
J is giving away one free item each day in the myPilot® app, including
a free slice of PJ Fresh pizza and popular drinks and snacks. Pilot Flying
J Truck Care is also providing free mid-trip inspections, a value of $50,
to help professional drivers and trucking companies prepare for Commercial
Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week (terms and conditions
apply*).
Pilot
Flying J will award prizes to more than 60,000 professional drivers, including
2,000 daily winners, during the 100 Million myRewards® Points Giveaway.
To enter, professional drivers can simply swipe their myRewards® Loyalty
card when purchasing diesel fuel at a participating Pilot or Flying J Travel
Center in the United States.
To
learn more about Pilot Flying J’s September is Driver Appreciation celebration,
sign up for myRewards®, or to find Pilot Flying J travel center amenities
and locations, visit www.pilotflyingj.com.
*Offer
only valid during Promotional Period (Sept. 1, 2018 – Sept. 30, 2018).
Limit one Complimentary Mid Trip Inspection per truck during Promotional
Period. Available for booking at any Pilot Flying J Truck Care Service
Center location or through Roadside Assistance mobile units. Includes a
visual inspection only. Completion of visual inspection shall in no way
guarantee a truck is CVSA-certified or otherwise free of CVSA violations.
Driver will be notified of any issues or problems identified during the
inspection, and corrective or maintenance services may be made available
for an additional charge. No purchase necessary for inspection. No cash
value, rainchecks or substitutes allowed. Other restrictions may apply.
About
Pilot Flying J
Pilot
Flying J, the largest operator of travel centers in North America, is committed
to connecting people and places with comfort, care and a smile at every
stop. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Flying J has more than
750 retail locations in 44 states, Roadside assistance available at over
145 locations nationwide and growing as part of its Truck Care program,
44 Goodyear Commercial Tire and Service Centers, and 34 Boss Shops. The
Pilot Flying J network provides drivers with access to more than 72,000
parking spaces for trucks with Prime Parking at more than 400 locations,
5,200 deluxe showers and more than 6,200 diesel lanes with 5,200 offering
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) at the pump. Pilot Flying J is currently ranked
No. 15 on Forbes’ list of America’s Largest Private Companies. Visit www.pilotflyingj.com
for more information.
Media
Contact:
Stephanie
Myers
External
Communications Supervisor
Pilot
Flying J
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