UPS professional driver earned the prestigious title of Grand Champion
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Trucking Associations proclaimed Miguel Corral, a professional driver with UPS, the Bendix Grand Champion at the 2026 National Truck Driving & Step Van Championships.Â
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