Driver Appreciation Week 2026: At Knight Transportation, Drivers Are Never a Number
Driver Appreciation Week is one of the most meaningful celebrations of the year at Knight Transportation. It’s a dedicated time for us to recognize and celebrate the professional drivers who keep our company moving every day. While we strive to show our appreciation year-round, Driver Appreciation Week gives us the opportunity to come together as a company and place our full focus on honoring our drivers and all they do.
This year, Driver Appreciation Week takes place September 13-19, and we’re celebrating with the theme, “Signs of Appreciation.”
Every day, professional truck drivers play a vital role in delivering essential goods safely and keeping America’s supply chain moving. At Knight, we know that none of what we do would be possible without our drivers. Because of your hard work, sacrifice, professionalism, and commitment, you make a difference every day. For that, we say thank you.
To every Knight driver: this week is for you.
A Message from Knight President
Joe Vitiritto explains how our drivers at Knight Transportation are simply different. They care about our company and its success, and they understand that challenges will arise along the way.
However, they are willing to work through those challenges, embrace opportunities, and share feedback that helps make our company better. They have a voice, and we want them to know that at Knight Transportation, their voice is heard.
Vitiritto shares:
“I respect the fact you are away from your family.
I respect the fact that you are willing to put in the work.
You pour into the company and you give us feedback that we can use to make the company better.
I sure as hope you know that we listen.”
"The culture is just different here and it is because of what our drivers pour into it. A lot of people do not really understand what our drivers go through out there on the road and what they do and how important they are to our economy and nation."
Joe Vitiritto, Knight President
Always A Name, Never A Number
Every driver has a name.
At Knight Transportation, our drivers are not a number. Every driver has a name, a story, and a unique journey that has led them to where they are today. We are fortunate to have an incredible team of drivers who come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.
In fact, those differences are what make our team stronger. Whether they have been with Knight for decades or are just beginning their journey with us, each driver plays an important role in our success.
Every day, our drivers keep freight moving, support our customers, and contribute to the legacy we are building together.
As a result, every driver is part of Knight’s story, and we are proud to celebrate the people behind the wheel who make it all possible.
Thank You, Drivers
As we celebrate Driver Appreciation Week, we encourage everyone across Knight to take a moment to recognize the drivers who make our success possible.
While appreciation may be shown in different ways, the message remains the same:
We see you. We value you. We appreciate you.
Thank you for everything you do.
