Transportation Transitions: Key figures join SuperRigs, Fleet Advantage, and GM to guide operations and strategy
Key takeaways
- Shell Rotella adds David McKinney to SuperRigs judging panel, leveraging his fleet and competition experience.
- Fleet Advantage hires Kevin Zeigler to expand syndication, funding partnerships, and flexible fleet financing solutions.
- GM appoints Claudia Gast to lead strategy and corporate development, strengthening automotive and fleet industry growth.
Shell Rotella adds David McKinney as judge for 2026 SuperRigs truck beauty contest
Shell Rotella recently named David McKinney as the fourth judge for the 2026 SuperRigs truck beauty contest, taking place June 25–27 at Bristol Motor Speedway. McKinney joins judges Eric Harley, Jami Jones, and Mike Gaffin to evaluate category and Best of Show winners.
“Integrity and honesty are what matter most to me, and that’s what I want to be remembered for,” McKinney said. “I’m excited to be a judge, be part of the SuperRigs family, and bring a different perspective to the judging panel.”
McKinney brings decades of trucking experience, operating an 18-truck, family-run fleet and having competed in SuperRigs multiple times. His background includes flatbed hauling and coast-to-coast air freight, giving him insight into both show-quality presentation and real-world truck performance. SuperRigs offers more than $25,000 in cash and prizes, celebrating drivers and trucking culture from across the U.S. and Canada.
Fleet Advantage hires Kevin Zeigler as VP of syndication to strengthen fleet financing solutions
Fleet Advantage recently named Kevin Zeigler as vice president of syndication to strengthen capital markets expertise and support fleet financing solutions. Zeigler will manage the syndication of lease transactions, expand funding partnerships, and represent Fleet Advantage at industry events.
“We are very excited to welcome Kevin to our team,” Matt de Aguiar, COO of Fleet Advantage, stated. “His deep expertise in syndication, global capital markets, and investor relations will significantly enhance our ability to deliver flexible financing solutions to clients. Kevin’s leadership and proven track record of building high-performing capital markets strategies will be invaluable as we continue expanding our funding partnerships and client portfolio.”
Zeigler brings over 25 years of global capital markets and equipment leasing experience, including leadership roles at Volvo Financial Services and Key Equipment Finance. His background includes managing syndication strategies, treasury, and remarketing across multiple sectors and countries. Read more…
GM names Claudia Gast deputy CFO to lead strategy and corporate development initiatives
Claudia Gast will join General Motors on March 1 as deputy chief financial officer and vice president, strategy, corporate development, and technology partnerships. She will report to GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra for strategy and to Executive Vice President and CFO Paul Jacobson for corporate development and technology partnerships.
“We’re excited to welcome Claudia to GM,” Barra stated. “Her extensive background leading strategy and finance, along with her executive leadership across automotive, defense, and other sectors, will help us build even stronger partnerships and expand opportunities for growth and innovation.”
Gast previously served as senior vice president of strategy and business development at Lucid Motors, overseeing enterprise strategy, partnerships, and business development. She has also held leadership roles at AM General, Global Technology Acquisition Corp, and Greentrail Capital. Read more…
