Commercial truck drivers can play a critical role in the nation's supply chain, but some serve as road safety champions, serving as first responders in difficult situations.
Timothy Van Nostrand, 64, owner/operator of his own logging hauling company in Northville, New York, found himself springing into action while driving along Interstate 88 in June 2023.
“It happened very quickly,” Van Nostrand told Fox News Digital.
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“It's more instinct than anything else.”
While traveling along a New York highway, Timothy Van Nostrand encountered a shootout between a state trooper and a fugitive, and put himself in harm's way, using his truck to prevent the man's escape and protect other motorists from harm. (goodyear)
Van Nostrand was passing a New York State trooper who conducted a traffic stop and it escalated into a shootout.
“I wasn't 100 percent sure what I saw at first, but I saw a soldier move to the side a little bit,” Van Nostrand said.
“And then I He saw the shooter Actually pull the gun in his car and start shooting directly through his back window at the state trooper. A very violent exchange of gunfire began, and bullets were flying.”
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He used his logging truck to prevent the suspect from escaping during the 12-minute ordeal.
New York State Police honored Van Nostrand for his heroic moment on the interstate. (goodyear)
“It's been a long time coming when you stand there and listen to him,” Van Nostrand said.
“You doubt yourself, but it turns out that was the right decision.”
When the backup arrived soldier, Who was injured and taken to the hospital and survived.
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VanNostrand was later honored by the New York State Police and by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company as a “Highway Hero.”
“The purpose of the Highway Hero program is to bring greater awareness and appreciation of the powerful impact commercial drivers can have on the roads and on the lives of individuals and communities.”
Goodyear announced it is accepting nominations for the 41st annual Highway Hero Award, which honors commercial truck drivers for their efforts. Go the extra mile During work.
“The Goodyear Highway Hero Award is one way Goodyear recognizes the importance of the commercial trucking industry, which helps move 72.5% of the U.S. economy's freight, according to the American Trucking Associations,” said Joe Burke, vice president of Goodyear's North American business. . Fox News Digital.
“Behind the wheels of these trucks are 3.3 million professional truck drivers who not only make up a vital part of the supply chain industry, but also work above and beyond their job duties to protect others on the roads.
“The purpose of the Highway Hero program is to bring greater awareness and appreciation of the powerful impact commercial drivers can have on the roads and on the lives of individuals and communities.”
The Goodyear Highway Hero Award is one way Goodyear recognizes the importance of the commercial trucking industry. (Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company)
Every year during the holiday season, Goodyear seeks nominations for drivers with… Commercial driver's license (CDL) who went above and beyond the call of duty to help others on the road.
Everyone is eligible to nominate, from long-haul truck drivers to dump truck drivers, regional deliveries, vocational vehicle operators and more.
Last year, Van Nostrand and Elijah Ramos of Victorville, Calif., were named Highway Patrol Heroes for their acts of bravery while on the road.
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Ramos, a driver for Ryder System, Inc., was on his morning commute in a remote desert area when his SUV lost control, crossed several lanes of traffic and crashed into a field.
Elijah Ramos was also awarded a Goodyear Highway Hero after staying with an injured woman who was involved in a multi-lane crash. (Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company)
Ramos stopped, assessed the situation and called his dispatcher.
He stayed with an injured woman until help arrived.
“Since it is a remote area, it may take a long time for help to arrive,” Ramos said in a statement provided to him. Fox News Digital.
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“I was glad to be there when it happened and he quickly called for help.”
The Goodyear Highway Hero Award is one way Goodyear recognizes the importance of the commercial trucking industry by honoring truck drivers who go the extra mile on the job. (Istock)
After the accident, Ramos continued on his way as usual.
The runners-up were Joshua Day, an ABF Freight driver from Potsdam, Ohio, and Russell Beasley, a Brakebush Transportation driver from Brakebush Transportation. Nesidah, Wisconsin.
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Each year, a panel of judges selects one winner and up to two finalists, Goodyear announces the award winner, and honors the driver with cash prizes and a ride in a Goodyear car.
Goodyear is seeking nominations for drivers with a commercial driver's license who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help others on the road. (Adobe Stock images)
Up to two contestants will also receive a cash prize.
Eligible candidates for this year's Highway Hero Award must be full-time commercial drivers with valid CDLs, live in the United States or Canada and be operating a commercial activity, Infrastructure, professional vehicle, or non-life-saving emergency vehicle with a rim size greater than 19 inches.
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“Their contributions and heroic actions have inspired us to continue enhancing our tire and commercial services, like our fleet headquarters service network, to help support truck drivers when they need help,” Burke said.
Two men received Goodyear Highway Hero Awards after going above and beyond in their work and caring for others. (Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company)
Van Nostrand said his actions were all a day's work for someone in his industry.
“Most people I know and work with do the same thing,” he said.
“We all take care of each other, and 99% of us take care of others, too.”
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To learn more about the Highway Hero Award and learn how to nominate a driver, Visit the Goodyear website.
