NTTC names finalists for tanker driver of the year
National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) this week announced the finalists for its 2024-'25 Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year contest.
The annual competition recognizes the industry's top drivers who exemplify exceptional safety, professionalism, and commitment to service.
The following drivers have been selected as finalists for the distinguished honor:
These drivers were chosen from an impressive pool of applicants across the country, NTTC said. Each finalist has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to safety on the road, exceptional professionalism, and a dedication to advancing the tank truck industry.
The competition will culminate at NTTC's Annual Conference 2025, taking place in Tampa, Florida, from April 21-24. During the event, the Grand Champion will be announced, recognizing the most exemplary driver among this elite group.
Drivewyze adds three states to free in-cab alerts system
Drivewyze has expanded its Smart Roadways service with in-cab "virtual alerts" for truck drivers hauling through California, Michigan and Nevada.
Twenty states now utilize Smart Roadways services, which extend the reach of state safety and enforcement messaging directly to commercial truck drivers.
Virtual messaging and traffic slowdown alerts are offered to the entire trucking industry free of charge through Drivewyze Free. This allows fleets and drivers -- using telematics devices, smartphones, or tablets -- to receive an essential set of in-cab safety alerts and advisories in advance of potentially risky areas on the roadway.
"When a participating state sees a problem that a commercial driver is about to drive through, they can let them know through a timely short message," said Brian Mofford, Drivewyze's VP of Government Experience. "Being aware of what's ahead is a core component of the program and it will help drivers become safer."
Patrick Morris with the Michigan State Police's Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division said the agency plans "to use this messaging tool before peak holiday travel times or when there are particular driving hazards we want drivers to be aware of."
In Nevada, "virtual alerts will help drivers navigate diverse terrain and challenging driving conditions," said Nevada Highway Patrol Lieutenant Tappan Cornmesser. "Coupled with our position as a major transportation corridor, initiatives like this are essential. With increased truck traffic and vital interstates running coast-to-coast, these real-time in-cab messages will help prevent crashes and improve safety for all drivers."
Cornmesser pointed out that targeted notifications for snowstorms, chain controls, and high wind advisories, particularly in areas like Reno, Carson City, and Tahoe, will keep drivers informed during harsh conditions.
Over Thanksgiving, California began sending safety alert messages through the Smart Roadways platform.
While Drivewyze Free includes access to agency-sponsored real-time traffic slowdown alerts and other alerts and advisories generated in partnership with select state transportation and enforcement agencies, it also offers core message sets, including Drivewyze-sponsored alerts and advisories for High-Rollover risk areas, Low Bridges, and Mountain alerts (steep grade ahead; chain-up/brake check stations; and runaway ramps).