As a health champion for Pilot Flying J, I speak to a lot of drivers. I spend time in Pilot and Flying J stores, sharing stories with people about their experiences on the road, and those conversations never fail to inspire me. Whether they’re professional drivers who have been on the road their entire lives,…
Continue ReadingLike many sports enthusiasts, I love college football. I live in the Ann Arbor, Michigan area and the words “go blue” (as in University of Michigan Wolverines) are a part of our everyday language. But my work often takes me out of the friendly confines of my wonderful college town and away from my fellow…
Continue ReadingLet’s admit it, at home or on the road we love our coffee. We love it in every variety, from bold to decaf. We love it so much that there are even clinical psychologists who study personality types based on the types of coffee we drink! For example, according to a recent study, black coffee…
Continue ReadingLife on America’s highways is changing and Pilot Flying J is changing with it. We’re a nation on the move, especially during the holiday season, which makes this the perfect time to launch Travel Well, an initiative designed to help make your journeys happier and healthier. Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear from some…
Continue ReadingAs the nation’s infrastructure continues to grow and change, supply chains are becoming increasingly more complex, and demand for goods is rising in new and different places every day. This new ecosystem forces fleets of all sizes to adapt to the “always on” economy and grow their footprints to span across uncharted geographies. We’re committed…
Continue ReadingWe’re excited to announce that we’ve signed on to be the title sponsor of the Battle at Bristol – an iconic college football game to be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol brings together neighboring states of Virginia and Tennessee that have deep and…
Continue ReadingOur 2015 Road Warrior ™ contest honored professional drivers with a national call for online story submissions demonstrating hard work and perseverance. Today, we’re proud to announce Oceanside, California resident Erik Michaels as our 2015 grand prize winner. As a long haul driver who recently overcame extreme odds, Michaels’ story received the most online votes,…
Continue ReadingWe’re excited to announce the launch of our 2015 Road Warrior ™ Program. The contest honors professional drivers who demonstrate hard work, generosity and bravery. And this year, we’re kicking the action up a notch by rewarding more drivers and beginning the campaign with an unforgettable event. To kick off our 2015 Road Warrior ™…
Continue ReadingWhen traveling long distances, we understand it’s the little things that matter most. That’s why we recently upgraded our restrooms to feature Italian tile, state-of-the-art LED lighting, low water consumption toilets and eco-friendly hand dryers restroom. This is all part of a $50 million investment we’ve made in restrooms at more than 680 locations across…
Continue ReadingBy definition, a true Road Warrior is a professional driver who goes above and beyond their duties, Chris Hogg does this each and every day. Chris has been driving for 19 years. When he’s not on the road, he’s a community hero – volunteering for his local fire and police departments in Coahoma, Texas. When…
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