PGT Trucking, Inc., an asset-based carrier offering flatbed, dedicated, international, project cargo and specialized shipping solutions, recognized 50 Million Mile Drivers and 109 Safe Drivers at its annual Million Mile Safe Driver Celebration, held at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh recently.
The company, founded in 1981, also commemorated its 45th anniversary. PGT Trucking’s Million Mile Drivers and Safe Drivers were honored at the event for their safety records and trucking careers.
“After 45 years, our nation’s highways have become more congested, motorists have become more aggressive, and the glory of life on the road has continued to deteriorate, and yet, PGT’s proud professionals have persevered,” said Pat Gallagher, PGT Trucking Founder and CEO. “I am honored to recognize these 159 drivers for their commitment to safety, excellence and professionalism.”
PGT Trucking’s Million Mile Drivers achieved this status by driving one million miles or more at the company without a safety incident. Safe Drivers have driven for the company for more than five years, but less than one million miles, without a safety incident. This year, PGT Trucking inducted five new Million Mile Drivers: Paul Brown, Christopher Chupp, Christian Garcia, Lucio Tolayo and Jarrod Waugh.
In addition, PGT Trucking recognized its annual award winners, including:
Clarence Hall, Company Driver of the Year
Ronnie Johnson, Independent Contractor of the Year
Dustin Show, Certified Pro Trainer of the Year
Bob Tudor, Premier Professional of the Year
Thomas Mann, Team Player of the Year
Clay Jones and Ben Hamm, Agents of the Year
Shawn Hart, Terminal Manager of the Year
Ramon Garibay, Safety Professional of the Year
Michael DeMateo, PGT MVP of the Year.
Million Mile Driver Ricky Franklin won the grand prize, a new 2026 Ford F-150.
“In today’s challenging workplace environment, it is incredibly important to recognize strong talent, hard work and continued loyalty,” said Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking President. “Our award winners represent the very best at PGT, and I am proud to highlight their accomplishments at this event.”
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No more printed ELD manuals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recently dropped a rule that required commercial vehicles to carry a physical copy of the electronic logging device operator's manual.
The agency said there was no benefit of having a printed manual onboard a truck as ELDs have been standard industry equipment since December 2019.
However, drivers must still understand how to operate the devices and to present data during roadside inspections.
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