Roadway Express proudly announces that nine more Roadway drivers will be joining Team Roadway at the 2004 National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC), which will be held at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, August 18-21, 2004. This comes after first places at the Oregon, Maryland, Michigan and Wisconsin State Truck Driving Championships.
Roadway's new first place state champions include:
| Name | Service Center | Position | Recognition |
| Christopher G. Bates | Hermiston, OR | First Place | 4 - Axle |
| Stephen D. Rogers | Hermiston, OR | First Place | Flatbed |
| Lynn E. Springer | Portland, OR | First Place, Best Pre-Trip Inspection | 5 - Axle |
| Ben W. Wilds | Portland, OR | First Place | Straight Truck |
| William (Willie) F. Holter | West Chester, PA | First Place | Flatbed |
| Billy W. Johnson | Detroit, MI | First Place | Flatbed |
| Regnald L. Ansbach | LaCrosse, WI | First Place | Straight Truck |
| Steven J. Smith | Springdale, AR | First Place, Grand Champion | 3-Axle |
| Scott M. Troyk | Milwaukee, WI | First Place | 5 - Axle |
These competitions include difficult maneuvering tests and a written examination covering vehicle operation and federal safety regulations. Competitors are also tested on vehicle inspection procedures.
Team Roadway NTDC drivers merit the highest recognition for their dedication to safety, professionalism, and driving skill. As state champions, they are on "The Road to Salt Lake" to compete at the American Trucking Association's (ATA) National Truck Driving Championships.
