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Giving back is at the core of who we are at Pilot Flying J. The spirit of philanthropy began with our founder, James A. Haslam II, when we began in 1958. Mr. Haslam often says, “To whom much is given, much is required.” Throughout our 60 years of business, we have remained steadfast in our…

In an effort to recognize and celebrate the professional drivers who work so hard to keep America moving, we’re excited to introduce our monthly driver spotlight. Each month we will highlight a professional driver who has been recognized as a great contributor to the professional driving industry. This month we’re pleased to feature Pilot Flying…

In honor of American Heart Month, we partnered with guests across the country to support the AHA’s mission to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Through these initiatives, as well as gifts and sponsorships, we are thrilled to announce that we raised a total of $981,000. “Presenting this donation to the American…

In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re proud to celebrate two of our team members who serve as a great inspiration to women in the professional driving industry. Team Member: Patty Lopez Patty Lopez has been working in the professional truck driving industry for nearly 16 years. She’s driven reefers, box vans, flatbeds, oversized, military…

When it comes to maintaining and/or improving your heart health, it’s the little things you do day after day that can have a big impact on your immediate and long-term health. A healthy diet and plenty of exercise are naturally the first things you think of when looking at ways to support your body’s most…

Tim Purcell is senior director of strategy at Pilot Flying J, a lifelong distance runner, husband and father. This time last year, he had no indication that he’d also become a survivor, following quadruple bypass heart surgery in July 2017. It all started when Purcell and his wife, Tami, decided to pursue their dream of…

In honor of American Heart Month, we are joining companies across the country in support of the American Heart Association’s “Life is Why We Give™” campaign. We value the importance of heart health and healthy lifestyles for our team members and guests, and are honored to share some of the reasons why our team members…

December is officially here, and in the spirit of the holiday season, we’re showing our appreciation by giving you the chance to win select prizes throughout the month. Whether you’re a professional driver or commuter, here are two ways you can participate in our month of holiday fun. 12 Days of Giveaways: Professional drivers –…

Recognizing the opportunity to address the food insecurity challenges that more than 41 million people in the U.S. faced in 20161, Pilot Flying J is proud to have partnered with Food Donation Connection (FDC) to donate wholesome, quality surplus food items from our stores across the country. FDC is an organization that works with food…

Following completion of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program and graduation from the University of Tennessee, James A. “Jim” Haslam II was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1952. Not a stranger to serving our country as the son of a World War I and World War…