Arthur Cage: The 6 Million Mile Man
Arthur Cage, a professional driver for YRC Freight passed a very significant milestone this fall. Cage broke his company's record and has logged over six million miles in his 42 year-career accident free. According to Transport Topics, not only did he overshoot the company record by 2 million miles, but this record is one of the longest, safe stretches for any driver - the current record goes to UPS driver, Ralph Lendi with 7 million safe miles as of 2013.
To commemorate his career-long accomplishment, Cage was presented an engraved crystal truck from Dave Osieki, EVP of the American Transportation Assocation (ATA).
Cage's advice to drivers:
"A good attitude is key ... I don't feel like the greatest truck driver in the world. Mainly, I just like what I do."
Video shared via American Trucking Associations YouTube channel, ATAMedia
Cage, who describes driving as a feeling close to serenity, was born, raised, and still lives in Memphis, Tennessee. He's the third-generation owner of his family's property and his driving record proceeds his father's who logged more than 4 million miles for a grocery store chain in his prime; "My dad always told me to 'expect the unexpected," Cage says.
For more information on Arthur Cage's incredible achievement, visit Transport Topics' recent article on the 6-Million-Mile Man.
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