Penske Logistics Selects CSCMP’s SCPro Certification Program
November 30, 2018
In order for the Penske Logistics sales team to gain a competitive edge in the third-party logistics market, the Reading, Pennsylvania-based organization has turned to the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Broward College to receive SCPro fundamental certifications that the two organizations are offering to the industry.
<p>“With the complex consultative sales roles that our associates play with current and prospective customers it was imperative that we administered the right type of training,” explained Joe Carlier, Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales.</p><p>The SCPro program proved to be the right fit.</p><p>According to Leslie Backus, director of the Center for Supply Chain Education at Broward College, located in Miramar, Florida, in excess of 10,000 certifications have been attained by supply chain professionals and undergraduate students since SCPro’s start in 2014.</p><p>Rick Blasgen, CSCMP president and CEO said: “Supply chain professionals know they never stop learning as this dynamic field continues to grow, expand and increase in its sophistication.”</p><p>The Penske employees began the self-paced online program in April.</p><p>“It is a fair amount of work to complete the certification,” Jack Tongue, Penske’s senior learning and development consultant stated. “At the end there is an online proctored exam.”</p><p>Penske strategic account executives and sales leaders were required to complete the supply chain management principles program and then choose one elective (a choice of warehousing, transportation and customer service operations courses; demand planning; manufacturing or service operations; inventory management; and supply chain management and procurement) by the end of the year.</p><p>Carlier pointed out: “Through the SCPro program our sales associates have gained a more comprehensive understanding of the supply chain. We can now provide better service to our world-class customers and help them engineer winning supply chain solutions.”</p><p><em>By Alen Beljin</em></p></div>
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Penske Receives the Eagle Head Plaque Award
November 29, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing recently received the Eagle Head Plaque award from the Pennsylvania Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).
<p>According to the <a href="https://www.esgr.mil/" rel="noopener">ESGR</a>, the Eagle Head Plaque award (below) is presented to companies for their meritorious leadership and initiative in support of the men and women who serve America in the National Guard and Reserve.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="9b2608c5318c93965ba6fb8838269755" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="bcb85" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY4NS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzMzY1MjM2N30.3-skQbnxVAnyv3RlG8UDRJUZDUW5jabw_iJH3PORtcM/img.jpg?width=980"/><small class="image-media media-caption">Click on image to enlarge.</small></p><p>The Pennsylvania Committee for ESGR held a luncheon at the <a href="https://ahec.armywarcollege.edu/" rel="noopener">Army Heritage and Education Center</a> in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, earlier this month to honor the top 60 firms throughout the state that were nominated by their employees. Several Penske associates attended the event to accept the award, including Liz Reed, diversity and inclusion specialist; Carie Seymour, director of field human resources and diversity and inclusion; and Sean Wilkins, military recruiting manager.</p><p>John Adams, an IT engineering manager, was the associate who nominated Penske for this recognition. He has served more than 25 years in the military and is currently serving in the Air Force. He’s nominated the company for <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/news/penske-receives-above-and-beyond-award-for-military-support/" rel="noopener">other ESGR awards in the past</a>, citing his continued appreciation for the support he’s received from his manager, Grayson Krauss, and the company.</p><p>“John, as well as the other veterans on our team, provides outstanding leadership and performs at a very high level,” said Krauss, Penske’s director of LAN/WAN, mobility and software compliance. “They are all huge assets to our team.”</p><p>Adams couldn’t make the award ceremony, but he was able to spend some time with his colleagues at the Harrisburg Air National Guard Base in Middletown, Pennsylvania, after the luncheon and take a group photo with the award. He also gave them an aircraft tour during their visit.</p><p>“It was great spending the afternoon with John,” said Mike Krut, Penske’s senior vice of president of information technology. “Learning more about his passion outside of work left me feeling impressed with his dedication and commitment to serving our country. It is a real honor to have John nominate Penske for this award.”</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="a5f55c69a721292f7a90357a120570dd" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="7d8da" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY0My9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxMzQ3Nzc4MH0.LD3jez6eeMqA2b-10Phozyor9r8UgnZCFGGuOcv0tGs/img.jpg?width=980"/>Penske has been <a href="https://penske.jobs/veterans/" rel="noopener">committed to hiring veterans</a> and supporting them as they make the transition from active duty to full-time civilian jobs. In fact, more than 1,500 veterans make up Penske’s workforce, and last month, both <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Leasing</a> and <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a> received the designation of <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/news/penske-cited-as-2019-military-friendly-employer/" rel="noopener">2019 Military-Friendly Employers</a> by VIQTORY media, the publisher of <em>G.I. Jobs</em> and <em>Military Spouse</em> magazines.</p><p>“We’re honored to be recognized by John and the ESGR for our ongoing support of the Guard and Reserve,” said Jennifer Sockel, Penske’s senior vice president of human resources. “Penske has a deep respect for veterans and the members of the Guard and Reserve. It is our privilege to support veterans in their transition from the armed services to work at Penske and to support our Guard and Reserve members in their service obligations and deployments."</p><p>“This year, 95 Penske associates have been on leave in service to the Guard and Reserves,” Sockel said. “We are grateful to our servicemen and women for their commitment to protecting our freedom.”</p><p>In addition to this award, the company has also recently seen one of its associates receive separate recognition from the ESGR. Ryan Ramsey, account manager with Penske Logistics, <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/logistics/penske-logistics-manager-awarded-patriot-award-for-military-support/" rel="noopener">received a Patriot Award</a> for supporting Ken Berkley, a load planner, while serving as a Navy Reserves transportation specialist in Bahrain.</p><p>Visit <a href="http://GoPenske.com/careers/veterans" rel="noopener">GoPenske.com/careers/veterans</a> for more information on career opportunities.</p><p><em>Pictured above (left to right) are Penske associates </em><em>Grayson Krauss, John Adams, Sean Wilkins, Mike Krut, Liz Reed and Carie Seymour.</em></p><p><em>By Chris Abruzzo</em></p></div>
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Penske Supports Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes
November 29, 2018
A group of motorcycle riders will travel approximately 1,400 miles over the course of seven days to help honor over 1,700 spouses and children who have lost loved ones during the post 9/11 conflicts. Known as the “We Remember Ride", the journey is part of Snowball Express, an annual four-day experience that brings together the families of America's fallen military heroes.
<p>The motorcycle riders will travel from Grapevine, Texas, to Orlando, Florida, from December 2-7, and be accompanied by a <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske</a> truck, which will carry the official Snowball Express flag. This flag, previously flown over our nation's capital, will also be raised in a ceremony at six veteran memorials and a VA outpatient clinic along the route to Orlando for the annual event.</p><p><strong>Flag Raising Ceremonies</strong></p><ol class="ee-ol"> <li>12/2: 9:00 AM Grapevine, TX - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__911familiesforamerica.org_flight-2Dcrew-2Dmemorial_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=yMScGaK-z3HRexWYs-wXIG5RkYKYcQ_B9C6udFff0BI&e=" rel="noopener">9/11 Flight Crew Memorial</a></li> <li>12/3: 8:00 AM Houston, TX - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.fallenwarriorstexas.org_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=aRsos5e1M9dEJVBfzJ-B3J8JFWi3y_rrbrxLRCV7DQk&e=" rel="noopener">Fallen Warriors Memorial</a></li> <li>12/3: 4:00 PM Houma, LA - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.valorhealthcare.com_locations_louisiana_houma_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=oAdBluZQsfSGpQ-tp9D9pznl60eDASy-fDxhP-yt4ug&e=" rel="noopener"> Houma VA Outpatient Clinic</a></li> <li>12/4: 9:00 AM New Orleans, LA - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.jeffparish.net_modules_showdocument.aspx-3Fdocumentid-3D944&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=BIJQtp9ztxboSKebLweKRVu-EUqpa7ARp4GNFMdW_5Q&e=" rel="noopener">Veterans Memorial Square</a></li> <li>12/5: 9:00 AM Pensacola, FL - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__veteransmemorialparkpensacola.com_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=eiMrmyaQg3XXzYIp945NL9Vx_Lc0HpWiqOKluzeW_xU&e=" rel="noopener">Veterans Memorial Park</a></li> <li>12/6: 9:00 AM Jacksonville, FL - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.coj.net_departments_military-2Dand-2Dveterans-2Daffairs_jacksonville-2Dveterans-2Dmemorial-2Dwall&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=89Thl1ZZFEj0AREvzkOKOV9yES7a7I6rEQLah1RwreI&e=" rel="noopener">Veterans Memorial Wall</a></li> <li>12/7: 9:00 AM Orlando, FL - <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__veteransmemoriallakenona.org_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=9J_RkvqwcRzQ3v3SkcF4InhPM8H3JGBXItDCIHJvA8U&e=" rel="noopener">Central Florida Veterans Park</a></li></ol><p>The names of each fallen soldier whose family is attending the event in Orlando will cover the 26' Penske truck.</p><p>Snowball Express is a program of the <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.garysinisefoundation.org_&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=XeJn2FnGzDvBU48WvqAzHVmBkUHjeFELpPq_b7NeYWM&m=H9lwFQmYkbSRt8u3Wq1bgRbsiDWYmeB2crzn8es7YjY&s=5msBBr9DV5y8_4-6FrIrJXAT0vrn8a1MSeFvgUVmHU0&e=" rel="noopener">Gary Sinise Foundation</a>, an organization dedicated to honoring the nation's defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. Founded in 2006, Snowball Express became an official program of the Gary Sinise Foundation in 2017.</p><p>For more information, or if you're interested in attending one of the flag raising ceremonies, visit <a href="https://www.facebook.com/penske" rel="noopener">Penske's Facebook page</a>.</p><p><em>Pictured above is Central Florida Veterans Park in Orlando, Florida.</em></p><p><em>By Kim Harmsen</em></p></div>
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Penske Investing in Next Gen Maintenance Workforce by Joining TechForce Foundation’s FutureTech Success Campaign
November 27, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing is joining the TechForce Foundation's efforts to recruit the next generation of truck fleet maintenance technicians by serving as an early adopter in the foundation's FutureTech Success campaign.
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The TechForce Foundation works to raise awareness with school-age students about great career opportunities as professional technicians. The FutureTech Success campaign aims to raise awareness by rolling out a national multiyear, multimedia campaign in the United States.
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With a North America truck fleet of over 298,000 vehicles, and an industry-leading truck maintenance workforce of approximately 8,000 people, Penske Truck Leasing is working with TechForce Foundation to help address an industrywide employment shortage of truck maintenance technicians.
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TechForce's recent assessment shows the trucking industry needs nearly 300,000 new technicians over the next 10 years to meet demand.
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“We're at the forefront of an exciting time in our industry, as a new era of connected, autonomous, shared, and electric vehicles will evolve the already highly-advanced, traditionally-powered vehicles on the road today," said Gregg Mangione, senior vice president of maintenance at Penske Truck Leasing. “We're investing in TechForce to help cultivate and <a href="https://penske.jobs/vehicle-maintenancemechanicstechnicians-jobs/new-jobs/">build a pipeline of the next generation of truck fleet maintenance technicians</a> to meet our needs today and well into the future."
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In addition to its financial contribution, Penske Truck Leasing will take part in campaign marketing materials and advertising campaigns, while also sharing campaign content on Penske social media channels.
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Penske will also sit on the campaign's National Leadership Cabinet; participate in the FutureTech video series titled: “When Techs Rock, America Rolls" to highlight Penske's best practices; and join the foundation in speaking events at schools nationwide.
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“It is important that parents and educators are informed about the great careers available in transportation, since they often influence the post-secondary choices of young people," says Jennifer Maher, executive director at TechForce Foundation. “We are excited about Penske Truck Leasing joining our early adopters, especially because of their ability to provide additional perspective on the opportunities for truck fleet maintenance technicians."
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TechForce Foundation is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) with the mission to champion students to and through their technical education and into careers as professional auto, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle, motorsports, watercraft, welding and aviation technicians.
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Food safety compliance is paramount at Penske Logistics, whose associates are responsible for handling food product for thousands of customers in the food and beverage industry.
<p>Every year, approximately 48 million people in the U.S. get sick from foodborne diseases, according to the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/foodborne-germs.html" rel="noopener">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention</a>. In an effort to alleviate this public health concern, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law by President Obama in 2011.</p><p><a href="https://www.fda.gov/newsevents/publichealthfocus/ucm239907.htm" rel="noopener">The FSMA</a> put tighter and stronger regulations on the food safety system to further protect public health and focus more on preventing these issues before they occur, rather than reacting afterward.</p><p>Remaining compliant has been a top priority of <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a>’ before this law went into effect, and it remains just as important to them today. As a supply chain partner, the company strives to make food safety compliance one more thing their customers in the food and beverage industry know is under control.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="e6e9f272975aa07892dc5cd7733a52fa" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="6d3eb" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3OS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYyNDY5MDQ5MX0.6SBamQOr6aQlXtnOhEArI_c3DBeda7I7Y3rGEkcoDPU/img.jpg?width=980"/>“Compliance across all areas is one of our top priorities,” said Aaron Henderson, Penske’s vice president of loss prevention and food safety. “As a mover of food product, we have to make sure our associates – from drivers to warehouse workers – are properly trained and educated on our compliance processes.”</p><p>Since being hired a few years ago as the company’s first-ever dedicated food safety manager, Cristy Sinclair has been instrumental in leading Penske’s loss prevention team in further enhancing the company’s food safety initiatives.</p><p>“Food safety has always been something Penske has taken very seriously throughout its facilities,” Sinclair said. “What we’ve done recently is put together a more robust plan that can be tailored to each one of our facilities. We want to put the proper steps in place, so we can be more proactive and less reactive to any potential concerns.”</p><p>In addition, Sinclair has led the training for drivers and warehouse workers, making sure everyone is well aware of the product they are dealing with as well as the conditions of the storage environment.</p><p>“This year-round training helps everyone better understand why we’re doing the things that we’re doing and why we’re taking the necessary precautionary measures,” said Sinclair.</p><p>After she joined, the company <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/logistics/penske-logistics-continues-food-safety-act-compliance-in-human-food-area/" rel="noopener">trained 24 associates</a> to be certified by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance in human food handling practices to help with these efforts.</p><p>Today, the company has approximately 50 certified associates and is exploring the possibility of training another 20 in the next year. Among many things, these individuals are responsible for ensuring that the proper sanitary practices, warehouse Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) policies, pest control processes and required environment temperatures are met and monitored.</p><p>“At the end of the day, our customers can go home knowing that Penske Logistics fully understands the FSMA,” said Henderson. “We have facilities that conduct frequent self-audits to ensure our operations remain fully compliant. We feel that we’ve put the necessary steps in place to mitigate the exposure of any potential risks, which is the ultimate goal.”</p><p><span class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="045be4bd21640742e34b64e71d7434d9" style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;"><iframe frameborder="0" height="auto" type="lazy-iframe" scrolling="no" data-runner-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BKo-eqVgjmk?rel=0" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;" width="100%"></iframe></span></p><p>Learn more about Penske Logistics and its work serving the food and beverage industry <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/industries/food-and-beverage/" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p><p><em>By Chris Abruzzo</em></p></div>
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Record Number of Holiday Travelers Expected this Thanksgiving
November 20, 2018
Are you planning a do-it-yourself move over the Thanksgiving holiday? Penske Truck Rental is encouraging consumers to pack a heaping helping of patience.
<p>Travel experts expect more Americans to head to holiday destinations this year, an increase that is sure to produce delays and test the patience of drivers.</p><p>AAA expects more than 54 million holiday travelers – the highest amount since 2005 – to travel from Wednesday to Sunday by train, plane and automobile to holiday destinations. More than 48.5 million of them will drive, which is a nearly five percent increase over last year.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="726f8649180c10b1855b657c0019265b" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="7dae3" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3Ni9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1MDI0NjQ3NH0.w8zdCFiwVdIhGhHidK4IVkaKCQqgRE8XY11fXnfM6vs/img.jpg?width=980"/><small class="image-media media-caption">Source: AAA</small></p><p>For consumer renters, as well as professional truck drivers, that means sharing already-congested roadways with more motorists than usual.</p><p>“A strong economy and labor market are generating higher wages, more disposable income and rising levels of household wealth, enabling more confident consumers to spend on travel this holiday season,” said Julie Hall, AAA spokesperson.</p><p>To help holiday movers, Penske’s moving experts offered these tips:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li><strong>Pace your Packing</strong>: The holidays sometimes come with stress. By packing and loading one room at a time, and taking small breaks between rooms, the more successful and enjoyable the prep will be.</li> <li><strong>Protection Plans</strong>: Take advantage of Penske’s many <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/coverage/" rel="noopener">coverage options for personal moves</a>.</li> <li><strong>Accessories: </strong>Having a hand truck and/or furniture pads to help ease the pressure of moving items.</li></ul><p>Hall also provided some tips of her own.</p><p>“Pack your patience. Also, get plenty of rest before setting out on a road trip, and schedule breaks every two hours or 100 miles to remain alert and avoid driving drowsy,” she said.</p><p>The roadways will be filled with more than just cars over the extended holiday travel period, with commercial vehicles, vans and buses sharing the road.</p><p>The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has developed the “Our Roads, Our Responsibility” program featuring <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/logistics/safety-tips-for-automobiles-and-commercial-vehicles-sharing-the-road/" rel="noopener">road sharing tips</a> for passenger and commercial vehicle drivers.</p><p>Penske’s 24/7 Roadside Assistance will be here throughout the Thanksgiving holiday travel period to provide assistance for consumer renters and our professional truck drivers in the unlikely event your Penske truck experiences mechanical difficulties.</p><p><em>Are you planning an end-of-the-year move? Penske Truck Rental offers <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/unlimited-miles/" rel="noopener">free unlimited miles</a> on all one-way truck rentals, <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/" rel="noopener">discounts</a> for AAA members, college students and members of the military as well as packing supplies and 24/7 roadside assistance. Are you ready to make a reservation? Visit the Penske Truck Rental <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">website</a> for more information.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Thanksgiving meals with all the trimmings were loaded one by one onto a yellow Penske rental truck destined for families in need in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
<p>The food – donated by <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a> and <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Leasing</a> associates – was part of the Penske Adopt-A-Family Thanksgiving Day program and will be distributed by the Salvation Army of Reading.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="5bc14de23a3e1fe4d658f085c4a07921" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="b7daa" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3OC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxNjMxNTQ3Nn0.y-tfwASp0Pwyf7h8sFtu8KzkmGaesSlIn-crTDMYorI/img.jpg?width=980"/></p><p>A record 158 families were provided with holiday meals, thanks to the generosity of Penske associates. The donations were packed into more than 600 boxes, which filled the inside of a 26-foot Penske rental truck.</p><p>“Simply providing a holiday meal can change an entire family’s experience for the holidays,” said Capt. Ted Tressler, commander of the <a href="https://pa.salvationarmy.org/Reading/Home" rel="noopener">Salvation Army of Reading</a>, which assists more than 20,000 people each year and serves more than 4,500 families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.</p><p>In addition to turkeys, associates donated canned fruits and vegetables, stuffing, breakfast items, snacks and a small gift for children. This year, more than 30 departments participated.</p><p>Associates braved the chilly air on Monday to load the boxes into the truck, an effort supervised by Dharma Sivasamy, who has coordinated the associate effort.</p><p>Each year, Sivasamy has watched the number of families assisted grow, along with the donation boxes.</p><p>“I think people are interested in helping out especially, with the economy doing well,” said Sivasamy, manager of sales systems with Penske Truck Leasing. “Where there is a need, Penske associates are stepping up.”</p><p>In Reading and Berks County, the need is great. “Those families experiencing food insecurity are far more than people realize,” Tressler said.</p><p>Providing a holiday meal for a family in need extends far beyond just providing much-needed food.</p><p>“It takes it from a season of great anxiety and stress to a season of actual joy and a time when families can focus on things that really matter rather than focusing on fundamentals of life like a meal,” he said.</p><p>The heartfelt generosity of Penske’s associates helps the Salvation Army assist more families.</p><p>“It is one thing to feel compassion and it is something else to allow that experience of compassion to motivate you to action and that is what the Penske employees do,” Tressler said.</p><p>“They actually do something about it to the extent that the Salvation Army could never provide all that the Penske employees provide to those families,” he said. “It speaks to many things such as a sense of community, a desire to help and a practical compassion for other human beings.”</p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p> </div>
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Penske Truck Leasing to Appear at Connected Fleets USA Conference
November 19, 2018
Penske Truck Leasing will provide its expertise to the TU-Automotive Connected Fleets USA conference taking place in Atlanta on November 27 and 28. Bill Combs, director of connected fleet, will make two appearances at the Westin Buckhead Atlanta.
<p>Combs will be a solo presenter for the 25-minute session: Connectivity – The Story So Far. Later that day, he will be part of a panel that includes Transport Topics magazine, Telematics in the Electric Fleet.</p><p>For both sessions, Combs will offer insights into Penske’s connected fleet solutions offerings.</p><p><em>By “Move Ahead” Staff</em></p></div>
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The Penske Driver™ app just added a major upgrade to benefit truck drivers ahead of the busy holiday freight season. Deliveries are always time critical but around the holidays, freight such as food, beverages, retail shipments, and e-commerce gift parcels of toys and electronics are at peak seasonal demand.
<p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2f8d684f70247a4fde151a209e9e172e" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="5a244" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3Mi9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2MjYwMDUwMX0.pTTLao_Sajk9WJPjCGpIkA0J5lTwy3TyDTpLwhpmUBk/img.jpg?width=980"/>When a truck driver has an unexpected roadside assistance issue such as a flat tire, truckers can now use the <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/connected-fleet-solutions/providing-insights/penske-driver-app/" rel="noopener">Penske Driver™</a> mobile app to report the problem quickly and easily to Penske Truck Leasing’s 24/7 Roadside Assistance team without ever making a call or being on hold.</p><p>Using Penske’s mobile app, truck drivers report their roadside issue and simultaneously secure a place in line for assistance. Drivers and their fleet managers receive real-time digital updates about their issue until it is resolved.</p><p>“This is the latest benefit we’re making available to our customers and their drivers through our mobile apps,” said Sherry Sanger, senior vice president of marketing at Penske Truck Leasing. “We’ve worked closely with our customers and their drivers to help improve and speed up their roadside assistance experience using our mobile app. This new option frees up the driver to take care of their freight loads and make other important arrangements until we help get their vehicle back on the road.”</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="19007cb6a2a4f7b1582399021a6da124" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="f3332" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3My9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzODcwOTg1MH0.yvx77kizuN9WClzIwSohZB2uGU5hsjEWlyF9FElM6N0/img.jpg?width=980"/>The free <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/connected-fleet-solutions/providing-insights/penske-driver-app/" rel="noopener">Penske Driver™</a> mobile app is an all-in one solution developed by Penske Truck Leasing for its full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, and commercial truck rental customers. Launched in 2017, the Penske Driver™ app has enhanced functionality enabling truck drivers to:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Easily log Hours-of-Service (HOS) in Penske rental vehicles and comply with the ELD mandate.</li> <li>Quickly locate Penske service, rental and fuel locations as well as other locations, including truck stops, CNG stations and public scales.</li> <li>Access essential vehicle information, including full visibility into a vehicle’s recent service history.</li> <li>Digitally submit fuel receipts with a simple form and receipt photo, virtually eliminating paperwork.</li></ul><p>Penske Truck Leasing is a digital leader in the trucking industry and it offers a wide array of <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/connected-fleet-solutions/" rel="noopener">Connected Fleet Solutions</a> to keep customers connected, compliant and informed including: consulting advice about telematics and other onboard systems; remote vehicle diagnostics; and web-based and mobile-app based tech solutions that simplify fleet and vehicle management for fleet operators and truck drivers.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="6ed9666718760e557f735b78183a2d07" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="a8cfa" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3NC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzNzU0MTg0NX0.dZQUGbGfY5wjUjNGEGri_t0sdvVYjQU9El6qLmxGTqI/img.jpg?width=980"/>The free Penske Driver™ app and other Penske apps are available for immediate download in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.</p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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Penske Honors Veterans for Service and Sacrifice
November 09, 2018
Gratitude comes in many forms, and for veterans like Penske associate Juan DeJesus, each one – from a simple thank you to a warm cup of coffee – is heartfelt.
<p></p><p>“Sometimes, we think our job doesn’t matter,” said DeJesus, a Penske brokerage account representative and Army veteran. “But then, someone says, ‘Thank you very much for your service.’ It means a lot to me.”</p><p>It was the first of many ‘thank you’s’ as Penske hosted its Fifth Annual Veterans Day Recognition Program, held at the company’s headquarters in <a href="https://www.readingpa.gov/" rel="noopener">Reading, Pennsylvania</a>, to honor the company’s more than 1,500 military veterans.</p><p>“From the Vietnam War to the Global War on Terrorism, these veterans have served on the frontlines to some of the most significant changes in world history,” said Mike Duff, senior vice president of government relations. “With gratitude and honor, I say thank you for your service and sacrifice.”</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="e6a4dc2aa19bcb12357e067a1130cdd8" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="b316d" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY3MS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2MzA2MjQ2OX0.OhiwK_oe7f_dCkWlBL7RIkOMbUCwMOnjU5-HJ71qHF4/img.jpg?width=980"/></p><p>The recognition event capped off a week set aside by the company to thank the more than 20 million U.S. veterans for their service and sacrifice, chief among them their own military veterans who play a vital role in the success of the company.</p><p>Over the past three years, veterans represented nine percent of all new <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Leasing</a> and <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a> new hires, said Brian Hard, President and CEO of Penske Truck Leasing.</p><p>“We will continue our commitment and our efforts in hiring veterans,” Hard said. “We appreciate the values you bring, your work ethic and your leadership. Those qualities alone, along with your attention to detail and big-picture view, make you an excellent fit for our organization.”</p><p>Both Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics were named 2019 Military-Friendly Employers by VIQTORY Media, the publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouses magazines. The honor goes to military-friendly companies that demonstrate a commitment to recruiting America’s veterans.</p><p>Next week, Penske will receive the National ESGR Eagle Head Plaque in recognition of its support of associates serving in the National Guard and Reserves.</p><p>Having that support is important to associates, like DeJesus, who are active in the reserves.</p><p>In addition, Penske partners and supports military-friendly organizations, including <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/mission-able.html" rel="noopener">The Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign</a>, <a href="http://supportmilitaryspouses.org/" rel="noopener">Support Military Spouses</a>, <a href="http://www.worldteamsports.org/" rel="noopener">World T.E.A.M. Sports</a> and <a href="http://www.toysfortots.org/" rel="noopener">Toys for Tots</a>.</p><p>“Today’s Reserve and National Guard are doing as many as 10 drills a month and two weeks in the summer. If they are not deployed, they’re getting ready to deploy. If they are not getting ready to deploy, they are recovering from being deployed,” said Bruce Foster, program manager, Department Services Officer Program, Pennsylvania American Legion, who served as the keynote speaker for the event.</p><p>“What stands out to me is your dedication to recognizing the sacrifices of service while understanding that veterans make great employees, and what a smart choice that is,” Foster said.</p><p><em>Penske Truck Leasing</em><em> and Penske Logistics offer a range of career opportunities, including truck fleet maintenance technicians, truck drivers, fleet maintenance supervisors, operations management roles, logistics and supply chain operations roles and many others. Visit <a href="http://www.gopenske.com/careers/veterans" rel="noopener">www.GoPenske.com/careers/veterans</a> for more information on career opportunities.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Military Experience Leads to Penske Logistics Role
November 09, 2018
It is the job of military logisticians to help ensure much-needed supplies – including food, water and ammunition - reach those who need them, whether in training or on the battlefield.
<p>For many of his 22 years in the Army, Greg Wagnon, a <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a> senior operations manager, helped coordinate logistics missions all over the world.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="4a3cd55d54245ad836d0aca04a330561" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="0e4cc" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY2OS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1NTI4NDkzNX0.v9bAIrURQAXyd6jloE_4w8e2JYP-OKU9YZeoiF4jWiA/img.png?width=980"/></p><p>“Logistics in the military is very much like logistics in the civilian world,” said Wagnon. “The military has people and equipment to move, fleets to manage and uses similar Transportation Management Systems and Warehouse Management Systems,” Wagnon said.</p><p>As Penske pauses this week to thank the more than 20 million U.S. veterans for their service and sacrifice, our associates are reflecting on their military service.</p><p>For Wagnon, the call to serve came early, along with his desire to follow in the footsteps of so many in his family who served in the military.</p><p>“I thought it was a noble profession; serving my country and being a part of something bigger than myself,” Wagnon said.</p><p>When Wagnon entered the active duty Army in 1994, the world was a much different place. “With no wartime mission going on, the Army was very much in training mode,” Wagnon said. That all changed on Sept. 11, 2001.</p><p>Shortly after 9/11 occurred, Wagnon transferred into the Special Operations side of the Army, which was in need of logistics officers. Immediately, he deployed to Afghanistan and spent the remainder of his career in rapidly deployable units.</p><p>“My three deployments were at different points in my career, so I was able to see the operations at different levels. I saw Afghanistan at its start in 2002, its steady state in 2007 and I was in a logistics unit that executed the draw-down in 2014,” Wagnon said.</p><p>Just like in many organizations, logistics plays an important role in the military, one that Wagnon found intriguing.</p><p>“I always enjoyed the logistics side of the Army; the constant challenge of getting the right stuff to the right place at the right time,” Wagnon said.</p><p>When Wagnon made the decision to retire from the military in 2016, he wanted to work for a company, like Penske, that valued military service.</p><p>“Transitioning to the civilian world after a career in the military is daunting,” Wagnon said. “It was a pleasant surprise to find so many veterans in leadership roles here at Penske Logistics and I am pleased that I was able to bring many of the best practices I learned in the military to Penske.”</p><p>Both Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics are committed to <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/veterans/" rel="noopener">hiring veterans</a> and named 2019 Military-Friendly Employers by VIQTORY Media, the publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouses magazines.</p><p>In addition, Penske partners and supports military-friendly organizations, including <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/mission-able.html" rel="noopener">The Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign</a>, <a href="http://supportmilitaryspouses.org/" rel="noopener">Support Military Spouses</a>, <a href="http://www.worldteamsports.org/" rel="noopener">World T.E.A.M. Sports</a> and <a href="http://www.toysfortots.org/" rel="noopener">Toys for Tots</a>.</p><p><em><a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/">Penske Truck Leasing</a></em><em> and Penske Logistics offer a range of career opportunities, including truck fleet maintenance technicians, truck drivers, fleet maintenance supervisors, operations management roles, logistics and supply chain operations roles and many others. Visit <a href="http://www.gopenske.com/careers/veterans" rel="noopener">www.GoPenske.com/careers/veterans</a> for more information on career opportunities.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Recruiting Scam Alert
November 09, 2018
Penske has recently become aware that criminals are using its name, branding, false but realistic looking websites, look-alike emails addresses, and even creating online job listings on various employment websites as a part of employment recruiting scams. These scams may appear professional and legitimate. However, they are neither legitimate nor affiliated with Penske in any way. 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.
<p><strong>Be Suspicious If …</strong></p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>You haven’t applied for a job with Penske but receive an offer of employment</li> <li>You receive any unsolicited employment offers and/or unsolicited employment contracts from Penske</li> <li>There are misspellings or poor grammar in the communication</li> <li>Anything seems even slightly out of place on the website, paperwork or letterhead</li> <li>You receive employment offers or communications from non-Penske email addresses <em>(e.g.: yahoo.com, gmail.com, hotmail.com, aol.com, etc.)</em></li> <li>You receive requests for sensitive personal information such as Social Security Number, 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</li></ul><p><strong>Penske Never:</strong></p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Sends unsolicited job offers or employment contracts of any kind</li> <li>Requires any fees, payments or access to any of your financial, banking, or any other types of accounts</li></ul><p><strong>Penske Career Applicants: </strong></p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Must apply to jobs online via our websites for consideration <em>(i.e. <a href="https://www.gopenske.com" rel="noopener">www.gopenske.com</a>, <a href="http://www.penske.jobs" rel="noopener">www.penske.jobs</a> or gopenske.taleo.net)</em></li> <li>Must interview with a Penske representative prior to the extension of any job offer</li> <li>Please note: legitimate email addresses from Penske Truck Leasing or Penske Logistics representatives will end in: penske.com and not in any other form. </li></ul><p><strong>Helpful Resources</strong></p><p>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 <a href="http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/" rel="noopener">Federal Trade Commission’s website</a>. If you have been scammed online, you may also report the crime through the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s <a href="http://www.ic3.gov" rel="noopener">Internet Crime Complaint Center’s website</a>.</p><p><strong>Questions? We’re Here to Help.</strong></p><p>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<strong> 1-855-297-3675.</strong></p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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For the second consecutive year, Penske Logistics held its Premier Driver Recognition Program, honoring 15 of its safest, professional truck drivers and inducting them into the company’s Driver Wall of Fame.
<p>This year’s honorees made up the second Penske Diamond Class, which celebrates drivers who have achieved 20 consecutive years of safe driving.</p><div><span class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="d0d249eb0a0526b08692302dbba950a5" style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;"><iframe frameborder="0" height="auto" type="lazy-iframe" scrolling="no" data-runner-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ziznG4Af6fs?rel=0" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;" width="100%"></iframe></span></div> <p>The Penske Logistics Premier Driver Recognition Program features three Classes receiving annual recognition for consecutive safe driving without an accident: Diamond (20 years), Platinum (15 years) and Gold (10 years). The newly established <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/newsroom/2018_09_14_pl_honors_truck_drivers.html">Platinum and Gold Classes were honored earlier this year</a>.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="d62b9f23288a274ba40ea0f303b18ad7" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="57f5e" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY2NC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY0MzUwNzI4MH0.q3Bg_Of3LBV-pJKeOnx46tW-Lc21gVh8a79Bdc1M83s/img.jpg?width=980"/><small class="image-media media-caption">Penske Logistics added 15 new drivers to its Driver Wall of Fame as a tribute to their extraordinary safety achievements. Click on image to enlarge.</small></p><p>To recognize this year’s Diamond Class, the drivers – along with their families and supervisors – were invited to a recognition ceremony to celebrate their accomplishments in Reading, Pennsylvania – the location of Penske’s corporate headquarters. The two-day event included a tour of Penske’s 24/7 roadside assistance center, a photo opportunity with Penske Logistics President Marc Althen and a chance for the drivers to see their names inscribed on the Driver Wall of Fame to tribute their extraordinary achievement.</p><p>2018 Diamond Class drivers Gary McMichael from Kansas and Brett Coward from Ontario, Canada, took plenty of photos of their plaques on the wall. When asked how they felt seeing their names cemented into Penske history, they couldn’t help but smile and stand with admiration.</p><p>“It’s a special feeling when you are recognized doing something you love to do,” said McMichael.</p><p>“Penske has a strong safety culture that makes me feel valuable and secure that any concerns I might have won’t be ignored,” Coward said. “I’m proud to join the other drivers and will continue to strive for the best.”</p><p>The festivities later concluded with a cocktail reception and dinner with company leadership, followed by a recognition ceremony at the DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Reading. Prior to eating, the drivers gathered for a group photo in their new, custom-fitted blazers. When the drivers arrived to their tables for the reception, personalized watches were waiting for them at their seats.</p><p>At the podium, Marc Althen, Jeff Stoicheff, senior vice president of human resources, and Paul Ott, senior vice president of financial administration, addressed the attendees.</p><p>“Our professional truck drivers play a pivotal role in Penske Logistics’ success,” Althen said. “You have helped the company maintain our standing as one of the industry leaders in supply chain management. It is an honor to recognize each of you this evening.”</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="057dc153feb2322bbf661cb3dc8e5db2" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="03f25" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY2NS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2MDYyMzQyM30.kHXE6gslFZLruCYcsORLbsAr9GFpXSSnFJ8sT2XhLdU/img.jpg?width=980"/><small class="image-media media-caption">Driver Brian Ellison (middle) accepting his award with Paul Ott (left) and Marc Althen (right). Click on image to enlarge.</small></p><p>After their speeches, Stoicheff called each honoree to the front of the room to receive their trophy and pose for one last photo with Althen and Ott. An event that began with admiration, honor and appreciation for these more than a dozen drivers, ended the same way.</p><p>“As our Diamond Class, you represent Penske’s elite professional truck drivers – having driven 20 years without an accident,” said Stoicheff. “The drivers in this room are exceptional industry professionals, and we are so very proud of each of you.”</p><p>Here are the 2018 honorees for 20 years of consecutive safe driving:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Harold Chapman, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Brett Coward, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Brian Ellison, Arkansas</li> <li>David Evans Jr., New Jersey</li> <li>Larry Goetz, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Butch Grigsby, Arkansas</li> <li>Jake Martens, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Steve Martineau, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Glenn McCartney, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Randy McKee, Arkansas</li> <li>Gary McMichael, Kansas</li> <li>Dave Nagy, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>David Swan, Ontario, Canada</li> <li>Earl Taylor, Florida</li> <li>Dave Wojciechowski, New Jersey</li></ul><p><strong><em>Pictured (front row, left to right):</em></strong> Randy McKee, Butch Grigsby, David Evans Jr., David Swan, Larry Goetz and Glen McCartney. <strong><em>Back row, left to right:</em></strong> Earl Taylor, Gary McMichael, Brian Ellison, Dave Wojciechowski, Brett Coward and Harold Chapman.</p><p><strong><em>Not Pictured: </em></strong>Jake Martens, Steve Martineau and Dave Nagy.</p><p><em>Interested in a driving career with Penske? Visit</em><em> </em><em><a href="https://www.gopenske.com/drivers/">gopenske.com/drivers</a></em><em> </em><em>for employment opportunities. The company offers competitive wages and a wide range of</em><em><a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/employment_benefits.html"> </a><a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/employment_benefits.html">benefits</a></em><em>. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</em></p><p><em>By Chris Abruzzo</em></p></div>
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Penske Logistics is a recipient of the 2018 Freight Carrier Excellence Award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay program. The company was just one of 40 organizations to receive this distinction, representing the best environmental performers of SmartWay’s 3,700 program participants. Penske Logistics was also given a SmartWay Excellence Award in 2017.
<p>“We were able to receive this award based on best environmental practices within our logistics fleet,” stated Drew Cullen, Penske senior vice president of fuels and facility services. “Our company has become more efficient in this area.”</p><p>“We are honored to be recognized once again by our nation’s leading environmental agency,” said Marc Althen, Penske Logistics president. “We take pride in operating a highly modern and highly efficient truck fleet that reduces the carbon footprint of our customers each and every day.”</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="db5d6842b067c59620d7466cbe88f028" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="bae8a" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY2MS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxMzkzNjcwNH0.eXLS0UEyYdPmYoiR6ZZw2TxtL6WfuswxZiMqvFnpdR8/img.jpg?width=980"/><small class="image-media media-caption">Penske Logistics is a recipient of the 2018 Freight Carrier Excellence Award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay program. SmartWay Director Cheryl Bynum (left) is posing with Penske's Senior Manager of Fuel Services Virind Gujral.</small></p><p>Penske received the accolade at the 2018 American Trucking Associations (ATA) Annual Management Conference & Exhibition in Austin, Texas.</p><p>“Over the past 14 years, the U.S. EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership has collaborated with thousands of businesses to create greener supply chain networks,” said EPA’s Assistant Administrator of the Office of Air and Radiation, Bill Wehrum. “Each year, we honor the top 1 percent – 2 percent of these SmartWay Partners with an EPA SmartWay Excellence Award, to recognize leadership in moving goods efficiently while protecting the environment and public health.”</p><p>EPA’s SmartWay Transport Partnership is a market-driven initiative that empowers businesses to move goods in the cleanest, most energy-efficient way possible, while protecting public health and reducing air pollution.</p><p>Demonstrating a commitment to corporate sustainability and social responsibility through SmartWay provides for a more competitive and sustainable business environment.</p><p>Since 2004, SmartWay Partners have avoided emitting more than 103 million tons of air pollutants (NOx, PM, and CO2) contributing to cleaner air and healthier citizens, while saving more than 215.4 million barrels of oil and $29.7 billion in fuel costs – equivalent to eliminating the annual energy use of over 14 million homes. More information on SmartWay: <a href="http://www.epa.gov/smartway/">www.epa.gov/smartway/</a></p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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Penske Veteran Moved By Call to Service
November 05, 2018
The call to serve came early for Penske associate Craig Whisler when as a child he would listen to his mother recount stories of her father’s military service during World War II.
<p>Years later, as a high school senior, Whisler would begin to collect memories of his own service, as he enlisted in the Air Force and embarked on a 30-year military career.</p><p></p><p>A few months removed from military retirement, Whisler, a <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a> operations manager in Prairie, Texas, has joined the ranks of more than 1,500 Penske veterans who have served on the frontlines to some of the most significant changes in world history.</p><p>As Penske pauses this week to thank the more than 20 million U.S. veterans for their service and sacrifice, our associates are reflecting on their military service and what it means to be a veteran.</p><p>For Whisler, his pride in being a veteran is a family affair.</p><p>“Being a veteran means that I had the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of my grandfather, uncles and other family members who put their lives on the line during World War II and Vietnam,” said Whisler.</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="5670435f13978462b7d6943a61d2e841" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="4ccad" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODY1OS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1NzAwNzM2OX0.tQyW6EsbtI9-gfbndWu-na3zoBw0mfux7PJzOAeLsQQ/img.png?width=980"/></p><p>In a military career that spanned three decades, Whisler assumed many roles, including munitions systems, flight chief, squadron superintendent and group superintendent.</p><p>He was stationed stateside in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas and overseas in Europe and the Middle East. During his service, Whisler was able to serve with many people from different cultures and backgrounds, something that he said he was grateful for.</p><p>Whisler’s military service also required him to be part of several military moves. One such move 10 years ago would ultimately lead him to his current role.</p><p>He rented a Penske truck for a military move and was impressed with the quality of the truck and Penske as a company.</p><p>“I thought ‘if they take that good care of their equipment and customers, it’s something they bring to everything they do,’” Whisler said.</p><p>When it came time for Whisler to retire from the Air Force and look for a job in the civilian sector, Penske was one of his first choices.</p><p>“As veterans, we are looking for organizations that exude quality and pride in what they do,” Whisler said. “I found it in the Penske brand.”</p><p>As the nation pauses this week to reflect on the service and sacrifice of veterans, Whisler will be thinking of them too.</p><p>“To me personally, I look at Veterans Day as a day to celebrate the great men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country,” Whisler said. “It reminds me to make sure I thank those folks who are still serving their country and celebrate their sacrifice.”</p><p>Both Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics are committed to <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/veterans/" rel="noopener">hiring veterans</a> and have been named 2019 Military-Friendly Employers by VIQTORY Media, the publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouses magazines.</p><p>In addition, Penske partners and supports military-friendly organizations, including <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/mission-able.html" rel="noopener">The Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign</a>, <a href="http://supportmilitaryspouses.org/" rel="noopener">Support Military Spouses</a>, <a href="http://www.worldteamsports.org/" rel="noopener">World T.E.A.M. Sports</a> and <a href="http://www.toysfortots.org/" rel="noopener">Toys for Tots</a>.</p><p><em>Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics offer a range of career opportunities, including truck fleet maintenance technicians, truck drivers, fleet maintenance supervisors, operations management roles, logistics and supply chain operations roles and many others. Visit </em><a href="http://www.gopenske.com/careers/veterans" rel="noopener"><em>www.GoPenske.com/careers/veterans</em></a><em> for more information on career opportunities.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon</em></p></div>
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Tips to Safely Navigate the Fall Time Change
November 02, 2018
Clocks and other timepieces are set to fall back this weekend, signaling the end of daylight saving time, and ushering in an extra hour of sleep.
<p>For drivers, including professional truck drivers, the switch at 2 a.m. Sunday will mean adjusting to new daylight and darkness patterns.</p><p></p><p>Jason Herr, vice president of safety for <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Logistics</a>, offered some tips and best practices for truck drivers and others navigating the time change.</p><p>“Even though the practice of falling back gives us all an extra hour of sleep on that one day, the extra rest can’t offset some of the dangers that accompany the end of daylight saving time,” Herr said.</p><p>A <a href="https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/2018/11/01/daylight-savings-time-2018-fall-when/1844951002/" rel="noopener">key feature</a> of the switch back to standard time is the shuffle of one hour of daylight from evening to morning. That means it will become darker earlier, impacting evening commutes.</p><p>“When daylight saving time comes to an end, winter brings even fewer hours of daylight, and our drivers are going to spend more time in the dark,” Herr said.</p><p>Night driving comes with a unique set of challenges, according to the <a href="https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/night-driving?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9NbdBRCwARIsAPLsnFYt01JlurMByPGlJdyeSSGfpA3-y7dHF8CqMKSBmqGfItyjBcV-J9UaAry8EALw_wcB" rel="noopener">National Safety Council</a> (NSC), whose research shows the risk of a fatal crash is three times greater at night.</p><p>The NSC encourages all drivers to take special care when driving in the dark and offers these tips:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Aim your headlights correctly and make sure they are clean.</li> <li>Dim your dashboard and look away from oncoming lights.</li> <li>Clean your windshield to make sure they are streak-free.</li> <li>Slow down to account for limited visibility and reduced stopping time.</li></ul><p>Yet, the time change will have an impact on our important clocks – biological clocks – requiring some time to adjust.</p><p>“Our drivers must be aware of the fact that we naturally want to wake up when it’s light and go to sleep when it’s dark,” Herr said. “Drivers who don’t get enough sleep, or who have been behind the wheel too long, are also susceptible to feeling the fatigue.”</p><p>Rest is essential.</p><p>“The best remedy is often to prepare and have good sleeping habits part of your personal safety plan,” Herr said.</p><p>Drivers should also take care to avoid distractions, which can influence their driving performance.</p><p>“Of course, we should avoid alcohol and medications that make you sleepy before driving and know the warning signs – yawning, blinking and drifting off,” Herr said. “If you experience any of these, find a safe place to stop and rest.”</p><p>And just when we get used to this new normal, it will be time to do it all over again. Clocks flip forward an hour on Sunday, March 10, 2019, just in time for spring.</p><p><em>Interested in a driving career with Penske? Visit <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/drivers/" rel="noopener">gopenske.com/drivers</a> for employment opportunities. The company offers competitive wages and a wide range of<a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/employment_benefits.html"> </a><a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/employment_benefits.html" rel="noopener">benefits</a>. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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