Winter Storm Update
January 31, 2026
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Each December, National Wreaths Across America Day unites millions of volunteers to honor our nation’s veterans. Penske was proud to participate again this year, supporting remembrance ceremonies and wreath-laying events at military cemeteries, memorials and historic sites across the country.
Associates and their families joined local wreath-laying ceremonies nationwide, including events at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia; Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, Pennsylvania; Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri; Raleigh National Cemetery in Raleigh, North Carolina; and historic sites in Chester, Virginia.
In St. Louis, Penske associate Kimberlee Sexton placed a wreath at her father’s gravesite at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery — a personal tribute that reflected the day’s deeper meaning.
Additionally, Epes Transport, a Penske Company, played an essential role by providing two trucks and two drivers to deliver wreaths to Arlington, Virginia, and Raleigh, North Carolina, helping ensure thousands of wreaths reached their destination.
Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization founded in 1992, began with a single act of gratitude and has grown into a nationwide movement dedicated to remembering fallen heroes, honoring those who serve and teaching future generations the value of freedom.
This year, Penske associates once again demonstrated pride, unity and gratitude, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to service, supporting veterans and making a meaningful difference within the communities we proudly call home.
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Penske Transportation Solutions is a 2026 Military-Friendly Gold Employer. The leading transportation services provider’s recruitment and retention of veterans was recognized by VIQTORY, a veteran-owned business and the publisher of the G.I. Jobs and Military Spouses publications.
Kayla Lopez, vice president of memberships, Military-Friendly noted: “earning the Military-Friendly designation is more than a badge; it’s a reflection of deep-rooted values and strategic foresight. These organizations don’t just open doors for veterans, spouses, and service members; they build pathways for lasting impact.”
Penske was given the Military-Friendly Employers designation via an evaluation process that utilized public data sources and proprietary survey responses. The ratings were compiled by combining survey scores with an assessment of the organization’s ability to meet thresholds for recruitment, new hire retention, employee turnover, and promotion and advancement.
“We’re excited to be recognized again as a Military-Friendly Gold Employer,” said Jennifer Sockel, Penske executive vice president of talent and enterprise services. “Our veterans bring exceptional talent and discipline to our organization, helping us move forward together. This designation reinforces our ongoing commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for those who’ve served.”
If you would like to learn more about career opportunities for veterans at Penske, please click here.
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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Penske Achieves 2025 Top 30 Ranking in Companies for Women to Work in Transportation
October 30, 2025
For the seventh consecutive year, Penske has again been recognized among the “Elite 30” highest-ranking companies on the Women in Trucking Association’s (WIT) Top Companies for Women to Work in Transportation list. This prestigious list is determined by an industry-wide vote involving more than 21,000 transportation professionals.
The annual Top Companies list highlights organizations that provide a culture where associates feel valued and respected, and receive quality benefits, continued training and opportunities for development.
Penske is a gold level partner of WIT, supporting WIT’s mission to empower women, celebrate their achievements, and address the challenges they face within the trucking industry. Penske’s support for WIT includes sponsorship of its annual conference and the courtesy transport of WIT’s educational trailer.
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NPTC Benchmarking Survey: Private Fleets Strengthen Control Over Outbound and Inbound Freight
September 23, 2025
Private fleets are continuing to exert strength and control over their supply chains, positioning themselves as a value-added transportation solution. Private fleets have increased the number of shipments, freight volume and value of freight hauled for more than 11 years, according to the National Private Truck Council's 2025 Benchmarking Survey.
“Private fleets are capturing enhanced control over the supply chain,” said Tom Moore, executive vice president of the National Private Truck Council. “I think for many years, we've been a cost and customer service-focused community, and now we're talking about adding value back into those corporations that operate private fleets as an extension of their primary business.”
This year’s survey found that private fleets handled 70% of outbound freight moves, down from last year’s 75%. “We gave a little bit back, but we’re still at pre-pandemic levels,” Moore said. “For years and years, that outbound market share percolated between 67% and 68% just like clockwork.”
The number of inbound movements private fleets handle increased to 43% from 35% last year. Historically, private fleets have proven their value proposition on the outbound side of the business. However, the increased visibility, the ability to analyze the data and other strategies that have been beneficial on the outbound side of the business are giving fleets more control over costs and service on inbound moves.
Moore presented the results of the 2025 National Private Truck Council Benchmarking Survey recently. He was joined by Gary Petty, NPTC’s CEO; Jim Lager, executive vice president of sales and rental for Penske Truck Leasing; Mike Schwersenska, general manager of Brakebush Transportation; and David Barth, transportation safety manager at Wegmans.
Tracking Key Performance Indicators
NPTC's Benchmarking Survey, which is sponsored by Penske Truck Leasing, provides metrics in several operating areas. “This is information that fleets need in order to operate efficiently and at the highest level that they can,” Lager said. “We believe firmly in as much information as you can get your hands on, and this is a great source for that.”
According to the report, annual mileage among respondents decreased to 80,400. “That's a drop of nearly 5,000 miles over last year and the lowest number we've ever achieved in the history of the survey,” Moore said.
The decrease is due, in part, to companies adding distribution centers and warehouses. Most private fleets reported operating out of multiple locations, with the average number coming in at 49, up from 44 last year. "Most of our members are moving closer to the customer, and that has an impact in terms of other elements of the operation," Moore said.
Business growth, private fleet expansion, mergers and acquisitions, and a need to create a more driver-friendly network are all driving expansion. Barth said Wegman’s is among those adding facilities. “It’s had an enormous impact on the number of miles we’re running,” he said. “It’s a conscious business decision and it’s certainly paid dividends for us.”
Fleets use a combination of leasing, ownership and rental strategies. This year, 45% of fleets reported owning 90% or more of their heavy-duty power equipment, compared to 38% last year. The percentage that leases held steady at 28% while 27% use a combination of leasing and ownership.
“This year in particular, there's a lot of equipment on the market,” Lager said, adding that shifts in capacity have a direct impact on leasing and rental demand. “In 2021, when things were really tight and people had trouble getting equipment, you saw leasing go up and rental go up with it.”
Rental activity, which increased in previous years, has decreased slightly due to slowing economic and business conditions. “It's off the highs of the last few years but still pretty strong in the grand scheme of things,” Lager said. “This is where we see the drop off first, and this is where we see it pick back up first.”
Investing in Equipment
The average age of equipment overall is under 4.4 years. The average age is higher for owned equipment—5.34 years—compared to those that lease all of their equipment—3.2 years.
Overall trade cycles for Class 8 trucks averaged 6.6 years, up from 6.1. Fleets that rely on leasing have shorter trade cycles for equipment—an average of 5.5 years versus 7.4 years for companies that own most of their equipment. Driven by trade cycles, leased fleets enjoy a fuel economy of 7.24 miles per gallon, compared to 6.84 for fleets that own most of their equipment.
Among respondents, 41% of fleets report outsourcing nearly all of their maintenance, while 17% said they conduct all or nearly all maintenance themselves, the lowest level in the history of the survey. Lager said trucks are becoming more and more difficult to diagnose and repair as they become more complex. “There's more technology on them, more computers, and it's just very hard to maintain them without a lot of scale,” he said.
Safety performance remains high among private fleets. “Private fleets are three times safer than the general trucking industry based on data reported in the FMCSA database,” Petty said.
Use of advanced technology has increased, and private fleets have invested heavily in active safety solutions. Nearly three-quarters reported adoption of a broad range of technologies. All respondents have adopted automatic transmissions, while 88% are using in-cab cameras, 86% are monitoring speed and 83% are using collision warnings.
Tackling Industry Challenges
The No. 1 challenge reported by respondents is cost, followed by driver related issues, including an aging driver population, recruiting, hiring and retention. For the third year in a row, the average age for all drivers in the survey remains just below 50 years of age, averaging 49.4 this year.
Despite the challenges, driver turnover dropped to 18.4% from 20.2%. The top three reasons drivers leave is to take another job, retirement or disciplinary issues. While it is always challenging to have drivers leave, Schwersenska said retirements are a good indicator of success overall. “I think it's a good thing when we're seeing folks that are in their mid-60s and able to retire from a driving job,” he said.
Schwersenska said he has also seen an increased focus on driver wellness since the pandemic. "We had so much freight to deliver at the time, and things were so wild on the outside that we really focused on taking better care of the drivers that we had on staff already and any of the new drivers that we brought on,” he said.
Average driver compensation increased to $91,081, up from $89,900 last year. Compensation has risen steadily since 2008, when it averaged $47,000.
Ongoing Investments
Private fleets reported that they will continue to invest in their operations, with 48% saying that they plan to add equipment or grow the size of the fleet and 28% saying they expect to handle more of the company’s freight.
“The fact of the matter is, we want our drivers handling the majority of that freight, because nobody can handle that work as well as our professional drivers,” Barth said.
Moore added that the private fleet community is strong and continues to grow stronger. “We're setting the bar higher, and every year we continue to rise above the prior year's performance, which is a testament to the professionalism of those folks running the fleets in our operation,” he said.
Penske Truck Leasing is a Penske Transportation Solutions company headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania. Solutions from Penske include full-service truck leasing, fleet maintenance, truck rentals, used trucks, and a comprehensive array of technologies to keep the world moving forward. Visit pensketruckleasing.com for more information.
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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Celebrating the Power Behind Our Performance – 2025 National Technician Appreciation Week
September 22, 2025
Every day, Penske’s technicians and customer service representatives (CSRs) keep over 400,000 vehicles moving safely across North America. This week, Sept. 21–27, we’re proud to celebrate National Technician Appreciation Week and recognize the more than 11,500 associates who power our performance.
Much of their work happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt everywhere — keeping supply chains moving, businesses running and communities thriving. Penske technicians and CSRs do more than make repairs. They keep fleets road-ready, give customers confidence and help ensure the goods that fuel our economy reach the people who need them most.
“Behind every mile our trucks travel, every load we deliver and every promise we keep, there’s a skilled technician making it all possible,” said Mike Duquette, senior vice president of maintenance field operations at Penske Truck Leasing.
All week long, Penske will recognize technicians and CSRs across the company, spotlighting the skills, training and career paths that play an essential role in keeping the transportation industry moving.
Watch a special message of appreciation from Penske’s leadership team to Penske technicians and CSRs.
Click to view the video with Spanish subtitles here or with French-Canadian subtitles here.
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Hurricane Preparedness Tips for Fleet Operators
June 05, 2025
With forecasters predicting an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season, fleet operators are encouraged to take steps now to prepare in the event strong storms impact your area.
The Atlantic hurricane season began Sunday, June 1 and ends Sunday, Nov. 30, but the season historically peaks between mid-August and mid-October.
Along with high winds, hurricanes can cause flooding and storm surges. If your area is affected by these conditions, planning ahead can potentially save your business and your life.
Penske has tips and resources available to help you prepare for a hurricane and guidance before, during and after a storm.
Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook
The 2024 season saw 18 named storms form with winds of 39 mph or greater. Eleven of the storms became hurricanes with winds of 74 mph or greater, and five strengthened to major hurricanes with winds reaching 111 mph or greater, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
The season included three record-breaking storms: Hurricane Beryl, the earliest Atlantic basin Category-5 hurricane on record; Hurricane Helene, which made landfall as a Category-4 storm on the Florida Gulf Coast and Hurricane Milton, which resulted in a tornado outbreak that produced 46 tornadoes and caused torrential rainfall and localized flooding.
NOAA’s outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.
The forecast includes a prediction of between 13-19 total named storms with 6-10 forecast to become hurricanes. NOAA predicts 3-5 will form into major hurricanes.
Hurricane Preparation
The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.
Tips for Penske Customers and Consumers
Penske offers the following advice to consumers and Penske customers on what to do before a storm arrives:
- Make safety your number one priority.
- Top off truck fuel tanks.
- Move trucks to higher ground if in a flood-prone area.
- Stay tuned to local news stations for weather reports.
- Adhere to all travel, road advisories and restrictions.
- Delay travel into impacted areas when possible.
- Know your evacuation routes and have a plan.
- Seal and lock all fuel tank tops.
- Secure outdoor items and clear debris that could become a projectile.
- Charge all mobile phone battery packs and ensure you have charging cables.
- Put mobile devices on low-power mode to conserve battery.
- Ensure you have employee contact information and a post-storm follow-up plan to verify the status of each employee.
Important: If you suspect your vehicle may have been flooded do not start the vehicle. Starting the vehicle may cause significant damage to the emission control system. Contact your local Penske service location or 24/7 Roadside Assistance for guidance.
Penske Contact information
- Penske Location and Fuel Finder Tool
- Penske Driver™ App
- Fleet Insight™
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance: 1-800-526-0798
- Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415
- Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531
Penske Facilities Questions
Penske takes steps to ensure continued service, but there are times when delays and closures may be necessary due to travel restrictions, weather conditions, power outages or a state of emergency. Please call our 24/7 Roadside Assistance team at 1-800-526-0798 to confirm the open or closed status of a Penske facility.
Additional Helpful Resources
- U.S. DOT National Traffic and Road Closures and Advisories by State
- Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA)
- FEMA Blog – Emergency Updates and Preparedness
- National Hurricane Center Storm Updates
- American Red Cross Hurricane Tips
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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What started with nearly 3,000 competitors has come down to just 44 of Penske’s skilled maintenance technicians and preventive maintenance professionals. These standout finalists are headed to the 2025 National Tech Showdown – a high-stakes competition that celebrates the precision, expertise and pride of our frontline service teams.
“Tech Showdown is more than a contest – it’s a celebration of the talent, expertise and dedication that powers our business every day,” said Art Vallely, president of Penske Truck Leasing. “This year’s event raises the bar, sets a new standard for excellence and further emphasizes our deep commitment to investing in and developing our maintenance team.”
Over the past eight weeks, competitors moved through district and area competitions that tested their technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities through a mix of online exams and hands-on challenges. The top performers from each area earned their spot at Nationals, where they’ll compete for the top honor and unprecedented awards.
This year brings several exciting milestones. Three women are among the national finalists – a first in Tech Showdown history. Seven competitors are returning after participating in the 2023 competition. And for the first time, 12 additional finalists have been awarded Golden Pit Passes – special invitations recognizing their performance and potential.
Now in its 25th year and with the largest award pool in program history, the final round takes place June 12 at the Team Penske racing headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Want a closer look at the action? Follow along on social media as we celebrate our finalists and share more from Mooresville as the road to Nationals reaches the finish line.
By: Caitlin Stibitz
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Penske Transportation Solutions and Penske Energy Take Part in 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo
April 14, 2025
The 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo returns to Anaheim, California, later this month, and with it comes an increased presence for both Penske Transportation Solutions and Penske Energy. ACT Expo will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center on April 28.
Penske Transportation Solutions will be exhibiting in booth 5620 and Penske Energy will be on display right next door in booth 5833.
Penske Transportation Solutions will once again serve as a conference Presenting Sponsor and as a State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief Title Sponsor (the 2025 publication debuts on April 28 at no cost).
A half-dozen Penske leaders will take part in educational sessions.
Monday, April 28
• David Battisti, executive vice president and general counsel, will be a panelist for a session that highlights the role of regulations in the advancement of industry sustainability efforts, as part of the policy workshop.
• Sherry Sanger, executive vice president of strategy and marketing, will discuss the company’s work with AI, that includes its Catalyst AI offering, and its usage in commercial transportation.
• Travis Hill, Penske Energy managing director, will be a moderator for a discussion on rapidly developing charging stops.
• Ivet Taneva, vice president of environmental affairs, will moderate a session about carrier strategies to reduce emissions.
Tuesday, April 29
• Volvo is hosting a special event in its booth, a discussion of the new State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief, with Paul Rosa, senior vice president of procurement and fleet planning, slated to take part.
Wednesday, April 30
• Hitachi is leading a session inside the exhibit hall’s new Showfloor Theater on the unexpected challenges that can be found in the electrification journey. Sean Yentsch, vice president of facilities, will offer his learnings.
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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Caution: Beware of Online Recruiting Scams
April 08, 2025
Penske has recently become aware that criminals are using its name, branding, false but realistic-looking websites, look-alike email addresses, social media accounts, and even creating online job listings on various employment websites as a part of employment recruiting scams.
Recruitment scams start with an email or text message sent to a candidate outlining a job they believe the individual may be interested in with a promise of a high salary and remote work.
While the individuals may have never applied for a career opportunity with Penske, scammers attempt to legitimize their fraudulent job offer by using Penske’s name, logo, and names of associates from the recruiting and HR team in correspondence.
Be Careful on LinkedIn and Other Social Platforms
Recruiting scams are increasingly circulating online via email, social media, and through websites as noted by the Federal Trade Commission's job scams advice webpage.
Much of the recent recruiting scam activity is taking place on LinkedIn with false, yet very realistic, recruiter or copycat recruiter profiles. While LinkedIn has taken steps to verify accounts, the verification badge is not foolproof and has been subverted by several scammers or not used at all.
Job seekers on LinkedIn and other social media platforms should be very careful about disclosing their personal information. These scams may appear very professional and legitimate. However, they are neither legitimate nor affiliated with Penske in any way. Job seekers should be on alert for online scams when job hunting online.
Prospective applicants should carefully research the legitimacy of any unsolicited recruiting communications that appear to come from Penske or any other employer to help stop fraud and avoid falling victim to such online scams.
Penske Career Applicants:
- Must apply to jobs online via our websites for consideration (i.e. www.gopenske.com, www.penske.jobs)
- Must interview with a Penske representative before the extension of any job offer
- Job offers from Penske will always be verbally extended, with a formal offer letter sent, and outlined pre-employment screening requirements outlined (i.e. background screening, clinical services, etc.)
- Please note: All legitimate email addresses from Penske Transportation Solutions, Penske Truck Leasing, or Penske Logistics representatives will end in: penske.com and not in any other form.
- Be Suspicious If:
- You haven't applied for a job with Penske but received an unsolicited offer of employment
- You receive any unsolicited employment offers and/or unsolicited employment contracts from Penske
- There are misspellings or poor grammar in the communication
- Anything that seems even slightly out of place on the website, paperwork or letterhead
- You receive employment offers or communications from non-Penske.com email addresses (e.g.: yahoo.com, gmail.com, hotmail.com, aol.com, etc.)
- You receive requests for sensitive personal information such as Social Security Numbers, account numbers, or requests to access accounts or transfer any funds or to make or receive payments to or from a third party of any kind
- Any organization that emails you a copy of a check and tells you to print it out and deposit it.
Penske Never:
- Sends unsolicited job offers or employment contracts of any kind
- Requires any fees, payments, checks, or access to any of your financial, banking, or any other types of accounts
- Would send a candidate a check, with a request to have that check deposited before an official start date.
Helpful Resources
As mentioned above, The Federal Trade Commission provides consumers with free tips and information on how to avoid being scammed online and what to do if you feel you have been scammed.
You may view those tips and information via the Federal Trade Commission's website. If you have been scammed online, you may also report the crime through the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Internet Crime Complaint Center's website.
Questions? We're Here to Help.
If you ever have any questions regarding the authenticity of any communication sent purportedly by or on behalf of Penske's Human Resources Department or members of its recruiting team, please contact us at 1-855-297-3675.
By "Move Ahead" Staff
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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
March 28, 2025
Any situation that competes with a driver’s attention on the road can be a distraction to safe driving.
April has been designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month to educate drivers about distractions and how to practice good distracted-driving safety habits.
We have assembled tips from Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to help keep motorists, movers and professional drivers safe when sharing the road.
In the coming weeks. more do-it-yourself movers will begin to share the road with professional truck drivers and motorists.
Additional vehicles on the roadway are among the many distractions all drivers face and challenge their ability to remain safe when behind the wheel.
Examples of distractions to safe driving include talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, adjusting the stereo, entertainment or navigation system.
AAA suggests drivers adjust things like seats, mirrors and climate controls before starting your journey. Avoid the temptation to reach for possessions that may roll around by storing them away.
Eat meals or snacks before you start your trip. If you decide to eat while driving, avoid messy foods that can take your attention away from driving.
If pets and children need your attention, pull over safely and resist the temptation to reach into the back seat, which can cause you to lose control.
For professional truck drivers, distractions can come from inside and outside their truck cabs.
While passing buildings or billboards, drivers could become distracted and suffer a momentary lack of focus.
Penske offers these additional tips:
- Turn off all unnecessary devices.
- Plan ahead.
- Don't multitask
- Keep your eyes on the road.
- Drive defensively
By taking steps to minimize driving distractions, no matter how small, you can help ensure your safety and the safety of other drivers on the road.
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Penske Senior Vice President to Chair Women in Trucking Board
February 03, 2025
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced its 2025-2026 board of directors, which will be chaired by Sarah Smith, senior vice president of human resources for Penske Transportation Solutions.
Under Smith’s leadership, the board will provide strategic guidance in support of the association’s mission to encourage the employment of women in transportation, minimize obstacles they face, and promote their accomplishments. The board includes top leaders from a variety of roles and backgrounds within the transportation industry.
“This talented group of leaders is committed to advancing the mission of WIT while making meaningful advancements in gender diversity within the trucking industry,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT. “It’s important to continue to bring more diversity of experience, thought and skills as the industry continues to grow.”
A valued partner of WIT since 2014, Penske has been instrumental in driving meaningful change by supporting the association's initiatives. Penske recently renewed its Gold Level Partnership, underscoring the company’s dedication to advancing gender diversity in transportation, and is a perennial top sponsor of WIT’s annual conference. Last fall, Penske was once again named a top company for women in transportation.
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Record Participation for Penske’s Tech Showdown 2025
February 03, 2025
Celebrating 25 years of excellence, the 2025 National Tech Showdown is shaping up to be a milestone event in Penske Truck Leasing’s history. With record-breaking participation, expanded competition categories, and unprecedented cash prizes, it’s clear why the Tech Showdown has earned its reputation as a premier skills competition in the industry.
The Tech Showdown isn’t just an internal competition – it’s a celebration of the expertise, and dedication of Penske’s maintenance technicians and customer service representatives (CSRs).
Through timed, hands-on challenges and rigorous written assessments, participants hone their skills while demonstrating the critical role they play in driving Penske’s success and keeping its customers moving forward.
With nearly 3,000 competitors nationwide, this event highlights Penske’s unwavering commitment to its associates and the development of its workforce.
“This year, we’ve raised the stakes like never before with a prize pool surpassing previous years,” said Penske Truck Leasing President Art Vallely. “From basic preventive maintenance to advanced systems diagnostics, the competition underscores the value of continuous learning and precision.
“This event exemplifies the best of what Penske stands for—innovation, excellence, and dedication to our associates,” added Vallely.
For the first time, PM Plus, has been introduced exclusively for Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) and Tech III associates, providing more associates the opportunity to compete and shine on the national stage.
The competition lanes are designed to test comprehensive knowledge and skills across major brands within Penske’s fleet of over 435,000 vehicles.
Tech Pro competitors —including Tech I, Tech II, and Lead associates—will showcase mastery of intermediate and advanced systems, while PM Plus participants will demonstrate their expertise in preventive maintenance and essential systems.
Top techs will advance through district and area competitions, with 26 Tech Pro and 16 PM Plus winners competing at the 2025 National Tech Showdown on June 12, at the Team Penske race shop in Mooresville, North Carolina.
The countdown to the 2025 National Tech Showdown finals is on.
Vallely expressed his enthusiasm for this year’s event, saying, “This is our very own Super Bowl—the highest stage in our industry to celebrate our technicians and CSRs. I couldn’t be prouder to cheer them on as they showcase their unmatched skills and dedication.”
Discover career opportunities to join this world-class team by visiting Penske’s Technician Careers Site.
By Caitlin Stibitz
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Penske Truck Leasing’s Sustainability Technology Innovations Highlighted by U.S. EPA SmartWay Program
January 08, 2025
Penske Truck Leasing’s market-leading sustainability technology innovations have been once again recognized, this time by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SmartWay program. Penske has been named an inaugural 2024 SmartWay Leader, with its project, Alternative Fuel Options and Services for Advance-Vehicle Deployment, being profiled on the government agency’s website.
“SmartWay defines freight sustainability leadership as the ability to drive change, influence industry, lead efficiency performance, and sustain environmental excellence,” said Karl Simon, director of the EPA’s transportation and climate division. “EPA is proud to recognize five Logistics Partners and two Affiliates in the first annual Profiles in Leadership competition, which identifies these characteristics and demonstrations, as SmartWay Leaders.”
In the SmartWay profile, the company was lauded for the formation of Penske Energy (a joint venture with ForeFront Power), its visionary early adoption of battery-electric trucks and truck charging infrastructure, and the usage of renewable diesel within its truck fleet.
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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Penske Transportation Solutions Among Best Big Companies for Military Veterans 2024
November 25, 2024
Penske Transportation Solutions has once again received confirmation of its excellence in the recruitment and retention of veterans by being named a 2025 Military-Friendly Gold Employer. Penske received this designation from VIQTORY, a veteran-owned business and the publisher of the G.I. Jobs and Military Spouses publications.
“Veterans excel at many different types of roles across our organization,” stated Jennifer Sockel, Penske executive vice president of talent and enterprise services. “Penske recognizes that veterans have a sense of teamwork, dedication, and commitment that enhances the company's workforce. We make a concerted effort to recognize and value their contributions to our success as a leading transportation services provider.”
Institutions earning the Military-Friendly Employers designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey.
Final ratings were determined by combining an organization’s survey score with an assessment of the organization’s ability to meet thresholds for recruitment, new hire retention, employee turnover, and promotion and advancement.
Kayla Lopez, senior director of partnerships at Military-Friendly noted: “We salute these exemplary employers who raise the bar and understand that hiring military personnel is not merely an act of goodwill but a testament to a standard that truly embodies sound business wisdom.”
Please click here for a listing of Penske career opportunities for veterans.
By "Move Ahead" Staff
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Penske Truck Leasing Lights Up New Solar-Powered Facility Initiative
November 18, 2024
Penske Truck Leasing is lighting up a new solar-powered initiative seeking to boost efficiency, minimize energy costs, and reduce emissions initially at select truck leasing, truck rental, and truck maintenance locations in the U.S. with the installation and activation of its first-ever rooftop solar-powered systems.
The company’s new state-of-the-art facility in Channahon, Illinois, is now fully operational and is predominantly powered by an onsite photovoltaic (PV) solar system, expected to generate roughly 80% of the building’s energy needs at 200 KW capacity. Any remaining required energy will be supplied by the local utility provider.
A Grand Rapids, Michigan, location will be active in the coming months and Penske’s Linden, New Jersey, location is expected to go online in 2025. These facilities are also new state-of-the-art locations.
The new facilities incorporating solar systems in Channahon, Illinois, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Linden, New Jersey, are part of the company’s LEED building program.
Under a power purchase agreement with Sunrock Distributed Generation, seven additional Penske facilities in California are expected to be retrofitted with new PV solar systems in the next year, which are expected to yield roughly 600 KW of renewable energy across all locations. These facilities are located in Fresno, Hayward, La Mirada, National City, Riverside, San Diego and San Leandro.
Penske is collaborating with San Francisco-based ForeFront Power as its lead project consultant on this solar initiative.
“Our solar program is an important piece of our renewable energy strategy and ForeFront Power continues to be an outstanding partner in helping us bring these projects to fruition,” said Drew Cullen, senior vice president of fuels and facility services at Penske. “These investments will allow us to directly generate our own renewable energy to power our locations and continue to support our customers with sustainable solutions.”
On average, four solar panel-powered Penske Truck Leasing facilities will generate an estimated 1-million-kilowatt hours (kWh) of renewable energy annually and will result in an emissions avoidance of 442 metric tons (MT) CO2e, which is equal to powering nearly 90 homes for one year.
“The initiative to install solar systems at our locations is a part of our company’s LEED-certified facilities process,” explained Ivet Taneva, Penske vice president of environmental affairs. “Investing in solar has considerable economic impacts for our operations as well as the environmental benefits of further reducing emissions related to electricity use.”
By "Move Ahead" Staff
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Penske Pink Out Celebrates 10 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness
October 18, 2024
Penske associates across the organization will join today for Penske Pink Out – an associate-led breast cancer awareness event now celebrating its 10th year.
Maggie Seaman, National Account Manager - Northeast Region, whose mother passed away in 2017 from breast cancer, created Penske Pink Out to promote breast cancer education and to provide support to those battling the disease.
Penske Pink Out first began in 2015 with 200 associates in New Jersey and New York and has grown into a global movement.
Last year, more than 20,000 associates participated across Penske’s global footprint. Associates in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Mexico and the U.S. are expected to participate this year.
“I’ve seen a big shift in how we are open and communicating about breast cancer. Associates have embraced breast cancer awareness and demonstrated it is a very worthy cause,” Seaman said.
Breast Cancer by the Numbers
Penske Pink Out coincides with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which seeks to bring attention to breast cancer and raise funds dedicated to finding a cure.
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in Canada and the U.S. trailing only skin cancer.
In Canada, 30,500 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, representing 25% of all new cancer cases in women in 2024, according to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Meanwhile, in the U.S. 1 in 8 women, or approximately 13% of the female population will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF).
In 2024, an estimated 310,720 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, according to the NBCF.
Driving Breast Cancer Awareness
In the weeks leading up to Penske Pink Out, associates held fundraisers, shared breast cancer information, and rallied around those who shared their connection to breast cancer.
Community service is an important part of the Penske Pink Out movement.
Nearly 200 associates in 15 states are participating in 24 American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks, which raises awareness and funds dedicated to research, 24/7 support for cancer patients and access to lifesaving screenings.
“Penske Associates, their families and friends that participate in their community at a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event; whether it is forming team/joining a team, organizing fundraisers or volunteering on the event planning committee are at the heart of advancing the mission of the American Cancer Society (ACS) to improve the lives of cancer patients and their families,” said Stephanie McDonald, Director of Corporate Relations for the American Cancer Society.
“Their involvement allows ACS to fund research breakthroughs in cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and survivorship - and most notably, allows ACS to provide direct patient support to cancer patients and their families, whether it is providing a free ride to treatment or a free place to stay when they are traveling far from home for their cancer treatments,” McDonald said.
In addition, associates have also donated time to support the ACS’ Hope Lodge communities. The network of more than 30 lodges provides a free place to stay for people facing cancer and their caregivers when they travel to seek treatment.
Penske Pink Out could not have been as successful as it has been without the support of associates and leadership across the organization, Seaman said.
“Without leadership support, this would have never taken off in the first place. I think we have not only leadership at Corporate, but senior leaders and area leaders in the field who have embraced it, and it has been something they have encouraged their teams to support and to give back to the community,” Seaman said.
Follow Penske's Facebook, Instagram and X pages to learn how our associates are marking #PenskePinkOut24.
Click the video below to learn more about Penske Pink Out and the associates who support it.
By Bernie Mixon
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Penske Celebrates 2024 National Technician Appreciation Week
September 22, 2024
Penske celebrates National Technician Appreciation Week Sept. 22 – 28 to spotlight and thank the force behind our fleet.
Please join us in celebrating the more than 11,000 skilled Penske technicians and customer service representatives (CSRs) who keep our customers – and our world – moving forward in the safest, most well-maintained fleet in the industry.
The expertise and commitment of our technicians and CSRs keep Penske’s fleet running and our supply chains and economy moving. Together, our team maintains over 445,000 vehicles from more than 1,000 locations across the country.
“From maintaining industry repair standards to supporting state-of-the-art sustainable technology and innovation, our technicians and customer service representatives are the industry’s experts,” says Gregg Mangione, executive vice president of maintenance at Penske Truck Leasing. “They truly are the force behind our fleet.”
Hear more from Mangione, along with, Art Vallely, president of Penske Truck Leasing, and Mike Duquette, senior vice president of maintenance field operations, in the video below.
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Peak Atlantic Hurricane Season Preparation Tips
August 02, 2024
As the Atlantic Hurricane Season enters its most dangerous period, when a majority of the season’s tropical storms and hurricanes normally occur, fleet managers are encouraged to prepare now before a storm strikes.
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30, but the season historically peaks between mid-August and mid-October.
Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center anticipates this year will be an especially active season with 17-25 named storms, 8-13 hurricanes and 4-7 major hurricanes. The increase is due in part to La Nina and warmer ocean temperatures.
So far, three named storms have formed this season: Tropical Storm Alberto, Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Chris.
Authorities encourage residents and business owners to take steps now to prepare in the event storms impact their area.
The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.
Tips for Penske Consumers and Business Customers
Penske offers the following advice to consumers and business customers on what to do before a storm arrives:
Make safety your number one priority.
Top off truck fuel tanks.
Move trucks to higher ground if in a flood-prone area.
Stay tuned to local news stations for weather reports.
Adhere to all travel, road advisories and restrictions.
Delay travel into impacted areas when possible.
Know your evacuation routes and have a plan.
Seal and lock all fuel tank tops.
Secure outdoor items and clear debris that could become a projectile.
Charge all mobile phone battery packs and ensure you have charging cables.
Put mobile devices on low-power mode to conserve battery.
Ensure you have employee contact information and a post-storm follow-up plan to verify the status of each employee.
If you suspect your vehicle may have been flooded do not start the vehicle. Starting the vehicle may cause significant damage to the emission control system. Contact your local Penske service location or 24/7 Roadside Assistance for guidance.
Important Penske Information
Contact us if you need assistance with your lease or rental units before or after the storm:
- Penske Location and Fuel Finder Tool
- Penske Driver™ App
- Fleet Insight™
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance: 1-800-526-0798
- Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415
- Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531
Penske Facilities Questions
Penske takes steps to ensure continued service, but there are times when delays and closures may be necessary due to travel restrictions, weather conditions, power outages or a state of emergency.
Please call our 24/7 Roadside Assistance team at 1-800-526-0798 to confirm the open or closed status of a Penske facility.
Additional resources:
- U.S. DOT National Traffic and Road Closures and Advisories by State
- Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA)
- FEMA Blog – Emergency Updates and Preparedness
- National Hurricane Center Storm Updates
- American Red Cross Hurricane Tips
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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Hurricane Preparedness Tips for Fleet Operators
July 05, 2024
Penske has tips and resources available to help truck fleet operators prepare for a hurricane and guidance on where to go in the event you need assistance after the storm.
Hurricanes, which form over the water and move inland, may cause high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surges, rip currents, tornadoes and flooding.
Authorities encourage residents and business owners to take steps now to prepare in the event storms impact their area.
The Department of Homeland Security, through its Ready national public service campaign, has assembled some hurricane preparedness tips for every stage of the storm. It includes evacuation tips, what to include in a disaster supply kit and how to create a family communication plan.
Tips for Penske Consumers and Business Customers
Penske offers the following advice to consumers and business customers on what to do before a storm arrives:
- Make safety your number one priority.
- Top off truck fuel tanks.
- Move trucks to higher ground if in a flood-prone area.
- Stay tuned to local news stations for weather reports.
- Adhere to all travel, road advisories and restrictions.
- Delay travel into impacted areas when possible.
- Know your evacuation routes and have a plan.
- Seal and lock all fuel tank tops.
- Secure outdoor items and clear debris that could become a projectile.
- Charge all mobile phone battery packs and ensure you have charging cables.
- Put mobile devices on low-power mode to conserve battery.
- Ensure you have employee contact information and a post-storm follow-up plan to verify the status of each employee.
- Important: If you suspect your vehicle may have been flooded do not start the vehicle. Starting the vehicle may cause significant damage to the emission control system. Contact your local Penske service location or 24/7 Roadside Assistance for guidance.
Important Penske Information
Contact us if you need assistance with your lease or rental units before or after the storm:
- Penske Location and Fuel Finder Tool
- 24/7 Roadside Assistance: 1-800-526-0798
- Consumer Truck Rental Reservations: 1-888-996-5415
- Commercial Truck Rental Reservations: 1-800-736-7531
Penske Facilities Questions
Penske takes steps to ensure continued service, but there are times when delays and closures may be necessary due to travel restrictions, weather conditions, power outages or a state of emergency.
Please call our 24/7 Roadside Assistance team at 1-800-526-0798 to confirm the open or closed status of a Penske facility.
These are some additional resources:
- U.S. DOT National Traffic and Road Closures and Advisories by State
- Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA)
- FEMA Blog – Emergency Updates and Preparedness
- National Hurricane Center Storm Updates
- American Red Cross Hurricane Tips
By “Move Ahead” Staff
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