

“In honor of Kenworth’s 100th anniversary this year, our goal is to receive 100 nominations, and we are excited to award this truck to a deserving driver who has made the successful transition to the trucking industry following military service.” Kenworth outdid themselves by providing this incredible T680 Special Edition Anniversary Edition truck,” said Brad Bentley, FASTPORT president.

“Every year we see a life changed because of this contest, and I don’t think it can get any better but each year it does. The package also includes Kenworth 100 branded GT703 seats with red accents, special brushed platinum dash and door trim, and Kenworth 100 logo stitched into the sleeper back wall. It has black interior with legacy red stitching accents throughout the cab and sleeper. The truck is painted in Century Platinum Metallic signature paint and features specially designed anniversary wheels in black. The T680 Signature Edition Diamond VIT features a black onyx grille and side air intake, and prominent Kenworth 100 badges on the sleeper. “Hiring Our Heroes is proud to partner with FASTPORT and Kenworth to promote the hiring of more service members into the trucking industry.” Chamber of Commerce vice president and Hiring Our Heroes president, said in a news release.

“Transportation is an industry focused on serving community and giving back so is a natural fit for military veterans looking to continue their careers on a service-oriented mission,” Eric Eversole, U.S. sleeper and the Paccar Powertrain featuring the Paccar MX-13 engine rated at 455 horsepower, Paccar TX-12 automated transmission, and Paccar DX-40 tandem rear axles. The T680 Signature Edition is equipped with a 76-in. In recognition of Kenworth’s 100th anniversary, this year’s award is a T680 Signature Edition Anniversary truck. Under the “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” recognition program, Kenworth will provide the top award for the eighth consecutive year. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative again are partnering to search for America’s top rookie military veteran driver who successfully transitioned to the trucking industry.
