Advantage Truck Group’s Haulin’ 4 Hunger program marks second annual meal donation in New Hampshire, launches Meals on Wheels partnership

Advantage Truck Group’s (ATG) Haulin’ 4 Hunger program is deepening its commitment to fighting food insecurity in New Hampshire by expanding its fresh meal deliveries to Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County and making its second annual donation to Manchester’s Families in Transition.

On June 25, employees at ATG’s Manchester location delivered a combined total of 1,040 breakfast bundles to the two organizations. Designed to feed up to eight people, each meal bag contained breakfast sandwiches, English muffins, cereal, peanut butter, and fresh produce.

“Food donations like the Haulin' 4 Hunger drive are about much more than stocking shelves—they help us respond immediately when someone is facing hunger,” said Kristin Kostecki, VP of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County. “Every week, our pantry bags provide critical support to older adults and adults with disabilities who may be waiting for meal service to begin, struggling to make food last between deliveries, or experiencing a sudden life crisis. We regularly meet people who have little or no food in their homes, and these donations allow us to put nutritious food in their hands right away. The generosity of Haulin' 4 Hunger and its supporters helps ensure that our neighbors do not have to face hunger alone.”

Haulin’ 4 Hunger makes quarterly deliveries of nonperishable meals to food pantries near ATG locations in Lancaster, Lebanon, and Seabrook, New Hampshire, and its other dealerships in Raynham and Westfield, Massachusetts, and Westminster, Vermont. The program also makes annual fresh-meal donations each December to organizations near ATG’s Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, dealership.

"Breakfast is a critical meal, and these donations help organizations meet increased summer demand, a time when children lose access to school programs and older adults face heightened health risks," said Sarah Harrington, ATG director of marketing. "Our employees are the backbone of Haulin’ 4 Hunger, volunteering their time to sort, package, and deliver food. They care deeply about our communities, and their dedication is what makes this program possible."

International awards five scholarships to support future transportation professionals in Huntsville and Tulsa

International Motors recently awarded five scholarships to first-generation undergraduate students continuing their education in the areas of Huntsville, Alabama, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. Huntsville and Tulsa are home to International’s powertrain plant and IC Bus's school bus plant, respectively.

The scholarship program recognizes academic achievement and supports students pursuing careers that will strengthen the transportation workforce. Each recipient will receive a one-time $10,000 scholarship to support their full-time undergraduate study.

“It is an honor to recognize this impressive group of students and the dedication they’ve shown in advancing their education,” said Haydee Nuñez, social impact manager for International. “These students are building their own paths while also strengthening the critical talent pipelines for the transportation sector, ensuring the long-term vitality of the communities where our employees live and work.”

2026 International Motors scholarship recipients:

• Vung Ciin, Oklahoma State University, mechanical engineering
• Ogheneobukome Ejaife, Alabama A&M University, electrical and computer engineering
• Zizwe Mtonga, Alabama A&M University, computer science
• Johnlee Thomas, Alabama A&M University, mechanical engineering
• Zam Tuang, Oklahoma State University, mechanical engineering

“I’m grateful to International for investing in students and providing opportunities that empower us to pursue our academic and professional goals with confidence,” Zizwe Mtonga said. “I am truly honored to be selected for this scholarship and will strive to make the most of this opportunity.”

Sonnhalter continues tradition with 17th Annual Tool Drive supporting Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity

Sonnhalter, a communications firm marketing to professional tradesmen in the construction, industrial, and MRO markets, will host its 17th Annual Tool Drive in partnership with the Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. Since launching the initiative in 2010, Sonnhalter’s Tool Drive has raised $603,000 in donations to support Habitat’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout Northeast Ohio.

Sonnhalter’s Annual Tool Drive will run throughout August. Organizations, businesses, and manufacturers are encouraged to donate demo models, extra inventory, tools, and building materials to benefit the Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. Donations collected through the Tool Drive help support Habitat’s homebuilding efforts and fund ReStore operations across Cuyahoga and Lorain counties.

“Each year, we continue to be inspired by the incredible generosity of our clients, partners, and the Northeast Ohio community,” Matt Sonnhalter, vision architect at Sonnhalter, said. “What began as a small initiative has grown into a meaningful annual tradition that supports Habitat for Humanity’s mission while bringing the trades community together for a greater purpose. Reaching more than $603,000 in donations is a milestone we are extremely proud of, and we are excited to build on that momentum during our 17th year.”

Schneider drivers building a legacy of safety, one mile at a time

Schneider National is celebrating hundreds of drivers who have reached new safety milestones while delivering reliable performance for shippers. This year’s recipients help reinforce safe practices across Schneider’s fleet, supporting the company’s operations and service.

“These milestones represent thousands of decisions made the right way,” said Mark Rourke, Schneider president and CEO. “We celebrate the accomplishments of these award-earning professionals whose experience, determination, and skill help push our safety performance forward.”

Schneider is committed to helping its associates and the industry operate more safely. The company’s hands-on onboarding, safety analytics, and virtual reality tools help prepare drivers to handle challenging scenarios with confidence. Additionally, Schneider equips trucks with features like collision mitigation sensors, speed limiters, side guard assist for blind spots, and lane departure warnings. Taken together, these technological innovations can help improve safety for drivers and those with whom they share the road. 

• Ira Kelley was recognized for achieving 40 years of consecutive safe driving in 2025, following his 2022 accomplishment of reaching 4 million safe miles without a preventable accident.
• 84 drivers earned the Million Mile Award for transporting freight over 1 million miles accident-free or achieving a new million-mile milestone above their previous achievement. 
• Four drivers reached the milestone of 30 years of consecutive safe driving.
• 29 drivers were honored at the Haul of Fame event, either being inducted or having their plaques updated to reflect new milestones. 

The Haul of Fame honors drivers for 3 million safe driving miles or 20 consecutive years of preventable accident-free driving. With this year’s class, the Haul of Fame now includes 448 total inductees. 

Bridgestone to plant nearly 59,000 trees following annual campaign

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, recently revealed that nearly 59,000 trees will be planted in communities nationwide as a result of the company’s fourth annual “Download the App, Plant a Tree” campaign. Since 2023, the initiative has planted more than 244,000 trees by encouraging customers of Firestone Complete Auto Care and Tires Plus to help the tire and automotive service locations reduce paper waste.

Between Earth Day (April 22) and the conclusion of Bridgestone’s Sustainable Business Week (May 12), BSRO partnered with The Nature Conservancy to plant a tree for every new My Firestone and Tires Plus app download. This year’s campaign generated nearly 59,000 app downloads, resulting in the donation and planting of nearly 59,000 tree seedlings.

“We are proud to see this campaign continue to grow and support Bridgestone’s long-term sustainability goals,” Marko Ibrahim, president of BSRO, said. “By helping expand green space in communities across the country, our stores are demonstrating what it means to live out our Promise to Care.”

Bridgestone has partnered with The Nature Conservancy for two years in a row to help reforest flood-prone areas in the Mississippi Delta region, protecting at-risk farmland. Additionally, Bridgestone donated over 5,700 acres of land to The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee in 2018, the largest land donation in the chapter’s history.