The American Trucking Associations recently announced the start of its search for the next class of professional truck drivers to serve as Captains of America’s Road Team.
Final selections for the 2026-2027 class of captains will take place Jan. 18-24, 2026, at ATA headquarters in Washington, D.C. Apanel of industry experts will evaluate candidates on their industry knowledge, communication skills, safety records, and ability to serve as public-facing representatives of the trucking profession.
“For nearly four decades, America’s Road Team has set the gold standard in promoting safety and professionalism on our highways,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “As we begin the process of selecting a new class of Captains, we’re looking for drivers who not only demonstrate excellence behind the wheel but also have a passion for telling our industry’s story and inspiring the next generation of trucking professionals.”
Founded in 1986, America’s Road Team is one of the trucking industry’s most visible outreach programs. Supported by their carriers, captains spend their term traveling across the country in ATA’s Interstate One Image Truck, a custom Volvo VNL 860 equipped with a mobile classroom and state-of-the-art simulator. Captains visit schools and hold industry events, community gatherings, and meetings with lawmakers to share the importance of trucking to the nation’s economy and the everyday lives of Americans.
The most recent class of Captains, selected in January 2024, represented 14 different motor carriers and collectively held more than 61 million safe driving miles.
Professional truck drivers with an outstanding safety record and a passion for advocacy are encouraged to apply through their carriers. More details, including eligibility criteria and application materials, are available here.
