Bendix to sponsor 2021 Virtual Truck Driving Championships

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems is sponsoring the Grand Champion Award at the American Trucking Associations’ 2021 National Battle of the States: Virtual Truck Driving Championships.

This marks Bendix’s 10th time sponsoring the top award of the competition.

“While the 2021 format may be virtual, the ATA Truck Driving Championships continue as the premier showcase for honoring America’s safe commercial vehicle drivers,” said Fred Andersky, director of demos, sales, and service training at Bendix. “We are proud to return for our 10th year as the Grand Champion sponsor and to support the competition.”

The event begins July 31 with state-level trivia contests based on Facts for Drivers, federal and state laws, and state trucking history and culture. These contests lead into the national competition, which takes place on Aug. 14 with the National Battle of the States.

“Drivers, driver training, and the safe operation of vehicles remain vitally important,” said Andersky, who also holds a Class A CDL. “The Truck Driving Championships shine a light on the tremendous skill and value that professional drivers bring. At every level, these inspiring men and women deserve our recognition and thanks.”

To qualify for state and national competitions, drivers must remain accident-free—regardless of fault—and have been continuously employed by the same motor carrier since Aug. 23, 2020. Drivers may only compete in one state competition and may choose based on where their CDL was issued, where they live, or where the company they drive for is based.

For more information on the 2021 competition, visit events.atabusinesssolutions.com/ntdc.

The 2022 National Truck Driving Championships are expected to be in person in Indianapolis, Ind. The last ATA in-person competition was held in 2019, with Middletown, Ohio-based professional driver Scott Woodrome earning his second consecutive Grand Champion trophy.

“We are thrilled that Bendix is sponsoring our Super Bowl of Safety for the 10th straight year,” said Chris Spear, ATA president and CEO. “NTDC is our premier driver safety event and it would not be possible without Bendix’s support. While we cannot wait to hold this event in person next year, we appreciate Bendix supporting this virtual event.”