While our business focuses on ignition interlock device installation and service, our goal focuses on making the roads safer for all of us. When we think of our roads and highways and how safe they are, things like drunk driving and distracted driving play a big part. But another group of people very important to how safe the roads are is truck drivers. And since it's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we just wanted to give a shout out to all the hard-working men and women who operate these giant machines on the roadways.

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is an annual, nationwide celebration and cornerstone program launched by the American Trucking Associations in 1988 to recognize and honor the vital contributions of truck drivers to our daily lives and the economy.

The importance of truck drivers

There's no doubt truck drivers are very important to our lifestyle and to our economy. According to a site dedicated fully to National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, nearly every aspect of daily life is made possible because a truck driver delivered the goods and resources people need.

Trucking.org shares this message:
“Whether it is helping communities recover after a disaster, delivering essential supplies during the pandemic, or keeping store shelves stocked day-in and day-out, sacrifice and service is what our industry is all about,” said ATA Chairman Dan Van Alstine, president and COO of Ruan Transportation Management Systems.  “Truckers are the unsung heroes of the supply chain, and they are committed to safety and professionalism.  Food, clothing, furniture, medicine, gasoline—nearly everything that we use on a daily basis was transported at some point by a truck driver. Please join us in expressing ‘Miles of Gratitude’ to the millions of professionals who are always delivering for us."

One truck driver's words of wisdom

Josh has been a truck driver for many years. "I truly love my job, I get to see the country. I love blowing the horn at the little kids, it makes my day." We asked him to share some insight into how we can all make the roads a safer place when it comes to driving alongside big rigs. He shared with us that his biggest truck driving pet peeve (other than all the government regulations that make his job more stressful) is simply when people don't give them respect on the road. "My worst fear is killing somebody in an accident." He hopes you'll allow a little extra space between you and his truck, be mindful of his blindspots, and just be extra careful when you're driving around such a large vehicle. Remember, large trucks and buses face unique safety challenges. Let's help them keep the roads safer for all of us. 

We're in the business of making the roads safer

We're the company you'll call when you need an ignition interlock device. But we don't just want to make your driving safer, we want to make the roads safer for all of us. Call us if you'd like to see how our interlock services can help your situation.