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SEARCHWill be held at the 2017 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in St. Louis on Feb. 28, 2017. The winner will receive a cash prize, trophy, framed certificate and recognition at UMA National Headquarters.
The United Motorcoach Association (UMA) will introduce the first ever UMA Annual International Driver Competition for motorcoach drivers at the 2017 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in St. Louis on Feb. 28, 2017.
“Many state and regional associations hold competitions,” said Dale Krapf, chairman of Krapf Coaches and UMA. “These best of the best drivers will have an opportunity to compete nationally and receive the recognition they deserve.”
Eligibility includes membership in the UMA Driver Member program, participation in the UMA Safe Driver Recognition Program, championship in a state or regional competition and/or recommendation from their employer.
Contestants are eligible for complimentary hotel stay and a free 2017 UMA Motorcoach EXPO registration, with the UMA National Champion will receive a cash prize, trophy, framed certificate and recognition at UMA National Headquarters.
“UMA continues to give career drivers the high profile their profession deserves,” said Krapf.
For more information on the contest, click here.
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