State Qualifiers Compete for Spots at 89th National Truck Driving Championships

Key Details The American Trucking Associations is in full swing with qualifying tournaments across the country for the 89th National Truck Driving Championships. The prestigious safety competition will take place August 11-14 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh. Eighteen states have already completed their qualifying rounds, with hundreds of commercial drivers competing in nine vehicle classes for spots at nationals. Champions to Watch Defending grand champion David Comings of FedEx Freight qualified in the 4-axle class in North Dakota on May 9. He won the 2025 Bendix NTDC Grand Champion Award with the top overall performance across all classes. Also heading to Pittsburgh is Jackie Reed of FedEx Freight, the 2024 grand champion, who will compete in the tanker division as a new member of ATA's America's Road Team. Why It Matters These championships showcase the industry's commitment to safety and driver excellence. Competitors emphasize the camaraderie and networking opportunities alongside the competitive aspect. For drivers and their employers, participating in NTDC demonstrates a dedication to safe driving practices that benefit the entire trucking industry.