Freightliner, a leading brand in the trucking industry, has announced a significant donation to Be Pro, Be Proud, a workforce development initiative. The company has donated three fifth-generation Freightliner Cascada trucks to the program, which aims to promote careers in transportation, manufacturing, construction, and utilities.
The Be Pro, Be Proud program is led by the Associated Industries of Arkansas and has been supported by Freightliner since 2015. In that year, a Freightliner M2 Sport Chassis was provided under a low-cost lease to transport the program's first 40-foot training trailer. This initial support marked the beginning of a long-term partnership between Freightliner and Be Pro, Be Proud.
Since then, Freightliner has continued to contribute to the program's growth, providing matching funds in 2019 to support the acquisition of a fourth-generation Cascadia used to haul a 53-foot mobile training trailer with expanded instructional space. This latest donation builds on that commitment, demonstrating Freightliner's dedication to supporting career development and talent growth.
The three new Cascada trucks will be used to transport additional mobile training workshops as the program expands. These modern vehicles feature updates in aerodynamics, engine technology, safety systems, and vehicle performance monitoring tools, which will provide students with hands-on experience in the transportation industry.
Freightliner's support for Be Pro, Be Proud is a testament to the company's commitment to giving back to the community. By providing these state-of-the-art vehicles, Freightliner is helping to bridge the skills gap and support career development across multiple industries.
The donation of these fifth-generation Cascadas will have a significant impact on the program's ability to reach students across the country and introduce them to technical careers. With this latest support, Be Pro, Be Proud can continue to provide high-quality training and education to young people who are eager to enter the workforce.
Greg Treinen, vice president of on-highway market development at Daimler Truck North America, expressed his company's pride in supporting Be Pro, Be Proud's mission. 'We're honored to support Be Pro, Be Proud's mission to help develop pathways into skilled trades,' he said. This statement highlights Freightliner's dedication to supporting career development and talent growth.
Andrew Parker, executive director of Be Pro, Be Proud, also expressed gratitude for Freightliner's support. 'We are grateful for Freightliner's support, which helps us reach students across the country and introduce them to technical careers,' he said. This sentiment underscores the importance of partnerships like this one in supporting career development and workforce growth.
The fifth-generation Cascada entered production in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the trucking industry. With these modern vehicles, Be Pro, Be Proud can continue to provide students with hands-on experience and training in the transportation industry.
The donation of these modern vehicles will provide students with hands-on experience in the transportation industry, helping to bridge the skills gap and support career development.
