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Patrick Spicer Named Our First-Ever Michigan Driver of the Year

SAFE TRUCK DRIVER RECOGNITION Patrick Spicer Named Our First-Ever Michigan Driver of the Year Recognizing an outstanding commitment to safety, professionalism, and leadership in 2025 Pictured from left to right: Phil Schuck, Ajax Paving; Matt Payne, Ajax Paving and Dave Fons Memorial Fund Board Member; 2025 Michigan Driver of the Year Patrick Spicer, Ajax Paving Industries […]

The Dave Fons Memorial Fund Awards Its First FTBA CDL Scholarship

The Dave Fons Memorial Fund is proud to introduce Thomas Chesney, the first recipient of our FTBA CDL Scholarship! Thomas has been awarded $1,500 toward his Commercial Driver’s License training through the Florida Transportation Builders’ Association CDL Driving Program. This scholarship supports individuals pursuing careers in trucking who share our commitment to safety, responsibility, and […]

Operation Safe Driver Week 2026: Every Safe Choice Saves a Life

Published: July 2026 Every time we get behind the wheel, we make countless decisions. Most seem small in the moment, but they can have life-changing consequences. That’s why Operation Safe Driver Week, taking place July 12-18, 2026, is such an important annual safety initiative. At The Dave Fons Memorial Fund for the Advocacy of Truck […]

Beyond the CDL: What Makes a Professional Driver Safe for Life

Earning a CDL is just the beginning. Discover the six habits that separate career-long safe drivers from those who just passed the test — and how to recognize the safe drivers in your life.

Night Driving Around Trucks: Tips for Safer Miles After Dark

Half of all fatal crashes happen at night despite only 25% of driving happening after dark. Learn how to handle nighttime miles safely — especially when sharing the road with commercial trucks.

What Every Driver Should Know About Sharing the Road with Trucks

Essential safety tips every driver needs to know about sharing the road with commercial trucks — from blind spots and stopping distances to intersection safety and what truckers wish you knew.

2026 Dave Fons Memorial Fund Golf Tournament

We are thrilled to announce our 9th Annual Dave Fons Memorial Fund Golf Tournament! Exciting news for our event, we have opted to move to a new course! Join us at Chemung Hills Golf & Banquet Center for another year of golf & community. The sponsors, golfers, and volunteers are all such essential parts of […]

2026 Fins for Fons Fishing Tournament: Fish for Truck Safety

We are excited to announce our 7th Annual Fins for Fons Fishing Tournament! The event will again be held at The Westin Cape Coral at Marina Village in Cape Coral, Florida. Anglers will have the option of Inshore or Offshore formats again this year. We will also have both adult and junior divisions. We have […]