YRC Worldwide Sends 42 Drivers to the National Truck Driving Championships

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., July 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- YRC Worldwide Inc. (Nasdaq: YRCW) announced today that 42 of its professional drivers will compete at the 2010 National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC) to be held August 3-7 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.

To qualify for the national championships, each driver placed first in his respective class at state competition. The drivers will compete against nearly 400 others for national titles in eight different classes of vehicles and for the overall title of National Grand Champion.

Both the state and national competitions include challenging driving skills and maneuvering tests, a pre-trip inspection and a written examination covering vehicle operation and federal safety regulations. To participate in state competitions, drivers must be accident-free for one year.

"We would like to congratulate all of our professional drivers on their continued dedication to safety and their remarkable driving skills when competing at the State Truck Driving Championships," said Mike Smid, president-YRC Inc., and chief operations officer-YRC Worldwide. "Their motivation to compete is a reflection of their ongoing commitment to the industry. We are extremely proud of all of our drivers and look forward to their participation in this premier skills competition."

Fans and supporters of YRC Worldwide drivers are invited to learn more about the team and follow their progress on Facebook at http://www.yrcw.com/facebook.html and Twitter at http://twitter.com/yrcworldwide.  

About YRC Worldwide

YRC Worldwide Inc., a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is one of the largest transportation and logistics service providers in the world and the holding company for a portfolio of brands including YRC, YRC Reimer, YRC Glen Moore, YRC Logistics, New Penn, Holland and Reddaway. YRC Worldwide has the largest, most comprehensive network in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through its team of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide offers industry-leading expertise in heavyweight shipments and flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence. Please visit www.yrcw.com for more information.

Web site: www.yrcw.com

Visit the YRC Worldwide fan page on Facebook: http://www.yrcw.com/facebook.html

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