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The NTDC and affiliated state TDCs are considered one of the industry’s largest and most effective safety programs. During the competition, each driver undergoes a written examination, pre-trip inspection test and a driving skills test.��

Known as the "Super Bowl of Safety," these annual competitions held since 1937 inspire tens of thousands of drivers to operate accident-free for the right to compete. This year’s competitors have driven a combined 674 million accident-free miles throughout their careers.

Yesterday, drivers completed a written examination on rules and regulations. Today and tomorrow, drivers conduct a pre-trip inspection to detect vehicle malfunctions, and then hop in the cab for a driving skills test where they are graded on their ability to operate a truck through a series of obstacles.��

“The energy here this year is off the charts,” said Rodney Myers, NTDC Chairman and Vice President, HR, FedEx Freight. “This event is a culmination of a year’s worth of hard work, training, and commitment, and now these drivers get to put their knowledge and skills to the test to see who will be crowned the Grand Champion.”��

“Safety is and always will be a core mission of �Ӱɴ�ý and our industry, and nothing exemplifies that commitment more clearly than this competition,” said �Ӱɴ�ý President and CEO Chris Spear. “The men and women competing here this week have earned their place in trucking’s pantheon, having logged hundreds of millions of accident-free miles. We celebrate their professionalism, passion and dedication.”��

Finalists will be announced on Saturday morning, and a Grand Champion will be announced Saturday evening. Follow �Ӱɴ�ý on , and and #NTDC23 for regular updates on social media.