Truck drivers are dying at an average age of 61. That’s far too young, especially when many of the leading causes are preventable. Project 61 is dedicated to helping drivers live longer, healthier lives by raising awareness around health on the road.
At Vision 26, Project 61 is bringing that mission to life by giving attendees a simple way to start the day with movement, while keeping the focus on driver health.
What is Project 61?
Project 61 is a national nonprofit leading an industry-wide movement to help professional truck drivers live longer, healthier lives. Through awareness, education, and wellness tools built for life on the road, Project 61 helps truck drivers build healthier habits. Trucking fleets partner with the organization to make its free, road-ready health tools accessible to their drivers.
Why driver health matters
When drivers are dying at an average age of 61, small, consistent changes in daily habits matter. Long days on the road and limited access to fresh food, movement, and preventative care can make it harder for drivers to protect their long-term health.
Motive is reinforcing our commitment to safer, healthier operations. Not just through technology, but by helping spotlight initiatives like Project 61 that make healthy habits more accessible for the people behind the wheel.
Join the walks at Vision 26
At Vision 26, Motive and Project 61 are hosting free, 30-minute walks to help you start your day with movement and connect with peers.
When:
- Wednesday, May 27 — Morning walk, 7-7:30 a.m.
- Thursday, May 28 — Morning walk, 7-7:30 a.m.
- Thursday, May 28 — Evening walk, 5:45 p.m. — Walk from the conference to the Innovators Party at Category 10.
Where to meet:
- The rotunda at Motive World
- Take the escalator to the second floor of the JW Marriott hotel.
Whether you lace up for one walk or all three, you’ll get time outside, log some extra steps, and connect with other industry leaders (and bring an umbrella). Just download the Motive VIsion 26 app to learn more.
Take the next step
Open the Vision 26 mobile app for Android or iPhone and add the Project 61 walks to your schedule today.
