Driver of the Year
Honoring the Industry's Safest Professional Drivers
Save the Date! April 4, 2025
The Ohio Trucking Association (OTA) is proud to honor the industry’s safest commercial drivers through its Driver of the Year award. This award recognizes truck driving professionals who showcase an impeccable driving record, a strong commitment to their profession, and a fervent dedication to enhancing road safety.
Our selection process evaluates various aspects of a driver's career, including total miles driven, the equipment they've handled, years with their current employer, total years of driving experience, details of preventable and non-preventable accidents, and involvement in industry activities and community service. A distinguished panel of judges will carefully assess all nominations, ultimately choosing twelve finalists. The announcement of the 2024 Driver of the Year will take place on Friday, April 4, at the Creekside Events Center in Gahanna.
Congratulations to RaQuan Peoples of Walmart Transportation, the 2023 Driver of the Year!
On March 22, 2024, the Ohio Trucking Association named RaQuan Peoples of Walmart Transportation, the 2023 Driver of the Year. The awards celebration recognized the top 12 finalists and OTA Driver of the Year presented by Great West Casualty Company.
RaQuan Peoples has been named a 2-time Driver of the Year Finalist and RaQuan held the Walmart Transportation Driver of the Year title in 2009. Beyond the highways, RaQuan is not just a driver; he's a Certified Driver Trainer, shaping the future of the industry with his expertise. RaQuan's heart of gold shines through as he dedicates over 500 miles annually to entertain cancer patients at Richmond Community Hospital, spreading joy and warmth along the way.
In addition to his philanthropic efforts, RaQuan is a Middle School Reading Tutor and an Onsite Driver Course Evaluator, ensuring the highest standards in driving education.
Thank You to our 2024 Presenting Sponsor
