Volvo Trucks North America announced its continued sponsorship of the American Trucking Associations鈥� America鈥檚 Road Team for 2026, marking the company鈥檚 24th consecutive year as this prestigious program鈥檚 exclusive sponsor. The announcement was made during the ATA Management Conference & Exhibition, held in San Diego, California, reflecting Volvo Trucks鈥� shared commitment with the America鈥檚 Road Team to advancing highway safety, elevating the image of the trucking industry, and inspiring future generations of professional drivers.
Every two years, a new class of Captains is selected for their exemplary safety records and commitment to the industry. These Captains collectively log millions of accident-free miles and serve as ambassadors for the values that define the trucking profession. America鈥檚 Road Team Captains attend a wide range of events including visits to the White House, state capitals, motorcycle rallies, career fairs, schools, and educational conferences. They also host ride-alongs聽with policymakers and members of the media to demonstrate first-hand what it takes to operate safely and professionally on the nation鈥檚 highways.
鈥淎merica鈥檚 Road Team Captains play an essential role in advancing safety and professionalism across the industry,鈥� said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America. 鈥淭hrough their ongoing work in communities, classrooms, and legislative halls, they help bridge understanding between truck drivers and the communities they serve, inspiring respect for the work that keeps our economy moving. We are honored to have them driving the all-new Volvo VNL, our safest, most connected, and most fuel-efficient Class 8 truck, as safety remains the top priority in our industry.鈥�