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Next week, from September 15-21, 2024, the nation’s trucking industry will recognize National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), honoring the 3.5 million professional truck drivers whose vital contributions support the nation’s economy by ensuring the timely delivery of goods and supplies that uphold our standard of living and the American way of life.
From coast to coast, NTDAW serves as an important reminder to thank all professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment to undertaking one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. These professionals not only deliver our goods safely, securely, and on time, but they also keep our highways safe.
Through a coordinated effort, the Alabama Trucking Association is leveraging various communication channels, including social media, earned media, paid advertising and community events, to highlight the dedication, skill and perseverance of truck drivers.
“Truck drivers are the backbone of our economy,” said ATA Chairman of the Board Joe Black. “Their consistency and commitment to excellence inspire me and everyone else working in this industry. They are true American heroes who deserve to be honored and appreciated every single day of the year.”
A staggering 86 percent of Alabama communities rely entirely on trucking to provide essential goods, enabling citizens to flourish and a significant 81 percent of Alabama’s manufactured goods are transported by truck, showcasing the industry’s indispensable role.
With one in every thirteen jobs in Alabama connected to trucking companies, it is clear that the trucking industry is not just vital but also essential for the state’s economic prosperity and growth.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey expressed her support for truck drivers by declaring September 15-21, 2024 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week in the state.
“Over 85 percent of our communities depend exclusively on trucks to move our goods,” she said in a video message set to be released during NTDAW. “Whether we’re talking about fresh produce, everyday items, or our made-in-Alabama goods, truckers ensure we have what we need when we need it. That’s why I have proclaimed this week as National Truck Appreciation Week in the great state of Alabama.”
Gov. Ivey also emphasized the importance of this industry’s workforce contributions and encouraged interested job seekers to explore Alabama Trucking’s new workforce training website, MyTruckingFuture.com. This new platform offers valuable resources and information about the diverse career paths available in trucking.
“For anyone interested in getting in on the trucking fun, I encourage you to visit MyTruckingFuture.com,” she said. “It’s a great resource to explore opportunities that are waiting in such a vital industry.”
Alabama is one of America’s top states for the trucking industry which is made up of 34,000 trucking companies and 125,000 working Alabamians representing 1 in 13 jobs in the state. Since 1938, the Alabama Trucking Association has served the needs and promoted Alabama’s trucking industry through advocacy, training, and the successful implementation of programs including the ATA Comp Fund, Safety & Maintenance Management Council, TRUK PAC, and the Alabama Trucking Foundation. Alabama Trucking is a proud member of the 50-state Federation of the American Trucking Associations, the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. For more information visit alabamatrucking.org.
