Pilot Flying J picks latest Road Warrior winner

Each year, Pilot Flying J recognizes professional truck drivers who go the extra mile through their Road Warrior contest.

In November, the truck stop named Eric Curlett, of Crossville, Tenn., as its latest Road Warrior.

Curlett received the grand prize of $10,000.

Eduardo Andrade, of Yonkers, N.Y., and David Rosenquist, of Monon, Ind., received second and third place, respectively.

“We are honored to host our annual Road Warrior contest and give back to the professional drivers who have such a significant impact on our economy and who work so hard to serve our communities,” Pilot Flying J CEO Shameek Konar said in a news release. “This recognition is one way we say thank you to the professional drivers we get to serve each day.”

Curlett, who is a Marine veteran, has hauled glass for Maverick Transportation for six years.

“I’m honored that a peer and friend in this industry nominated me for this recognition,” Curlett said. “I didn’t expect to win and it definitely took me by surprise. I look forward to taking my family to a warm weather place to spend a week together.”

Andrade received $5,000 for second place, and Rosenquist received $2,500 for third. LL