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Dave Nemo, who’s been behind the mic on trucking-focused radio programs for nearly 30 years, was awarded Friday at the Great American Trucking Show three awards in a surprise ceremony held by several groups.
Nemo received a Lifetime Achievement award from an informal group of drivers, as well as a large plaque from TA/Petro and a crystal microphone from the St. Christopher’s Fund. He was also given a free vacation to Hawaii.
Nemo started on AM radio in the 1980s. Currently, he hosts a daily show on Sirius XM’s Road Dog Trucking station.
Todd Spencer, executive vice president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, said during the ceremony that when drivers listen to Nemo’s program “always know there was a friend on the other side.”