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2023 TRUCK GIVEAWAY!

Sponsored by Arrow Truck Sales, WIT gave away a 2018 Volvo VNL670 at the 2023 Salute to Women Behind the Wheel during the Mid-America Trucking Show on March 31.

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Women In Trucking Association and Arrow Truck Sales are thrilled to hand over the keys to a 2018 Volvo VNL670 to Angelique Temple, a deserving member who embodies the spirit of the WIT mission.

Temple has been professionally driving since 1999 and became an owner-operator in 2021. She has served on the WIT Image Team since 2015, was recently inducted into the Howes Hall of Fame, and has been selected to be one of the new voices of safety for FMCSA’s Our Roads, Our Safety Program. She’s also active in her community feeding the homeless and getting Christmas gifts for local families.

A passionate advocate and mentor for women in the industry, she is always raising awareness of the career opportunities in trucking, spreading positivity, and proving that anything is possible when you put your mind to it. When you log into the WIT website, she is the person greeting you with open arms.

The 2018 Volvo VNL670 includes a Volvo VED13 Engine, Volvo 12 speed I-shift transmission, Aluminum wheels 22.5”, and Double bunk sleeper. In addition, Temple will also receive these donated products & services:

  • Fuel Efficient Tires, Michelin
  • Keyless Entry Unit, Irdeto
  • 1 Year Supply of Howes Products
  • Extended Warranty, National Truck Protection
  • TND 750 GPS Device, Rand McNally
  • 6 Free Truck Washes, Blue Beacon
  • 1 Year Subscription to Drivewyze Preclear
  • Driver Essentials Kit, Imperial Supplies
  • $1,000 Gift Card from Exxon Mobile
  • $1,000 Gift Card from Mobil Delvac

Special thanks to our sponsor!

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CRITERIA

Must be a member of Women In Trucking Association by October 31, 2022.

Must be a CDL holder (verified) over 23 years old.

Must be present at the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event on Friday, March 31, 2023 in Louisville, KY to win.

Write a 200-300 word essay due November 30.

To align the criteria to the mission, the person submitting the essay should answer the following question: Why is it important to increase the percentage of women employed as professional drivers? Give examples of what you have done to promote the industry to women.

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Join Today

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KEY DATES

Aug. 10

Nominations open. Click here to view the official press release.

Oct. 31

Last day to become a member of the association to be eligible to win.

Nov. 30

Last day to submit essay and application.

March 31

Truck giveaway at Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event during MATS.

PREPARING FOR THE APPLICATION

Click on each section below to view more details.

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DEADLINE: Nov. 30

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

DONATION ADD-ON'S

 A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR

 

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Arrow Truck Sales is proud to support the mission of Women In Trucking and being able to provide a truck for a worthy female driver is something that we are very excited about."

- Jim Taber, Arrow’s sales operation manager and WIT board member.

Questions?

Contact Lana Nichols at 208-217-2147 or email.

SALUTE TO WOMEN BEHIND THE WHEEL

The annual event honors and recognizes female commercial drivers for their efforts and successes as women in a male-populated industry.