Arlington, Va. – October 12, 2026 -- Hyundai Translead has renewed its Silver Partnership with the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), extending a sponsorship tier it has held since 2016.
Hyundai Translead has backed WIT for 14 years
The trailer manufacturer has taken part in the association since 2012 and has supported WIT as a Silver Partner for the past decade. WIT said the renewal reflects Hyundai Translead's backing of its mission to promote the employment and advancement of women in trucking, build connections and recognize achievements.
Theresa Check, Vice President of Sales at Hyundai Translead, said the company wants to "help create opportunities for growth, learning, and connection" and to encourage more women to build careers in transportation.
Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, president and CEO of WIT, described Hyundai Translead as an innovative industry leader and a valued partner in advancing the association's mission.
WIT counts more than 8,000 members across North America
Founded in 2007, WIT serves more than 8,000 corporate and individual members throughout North America. Its recent activity gives a measure of the audience that partners like Hyundai Translead reach:
- The 2024-25 WIT Index, the association's benchmark for the share of women in critical transportation roles, drew approximately 350 participating companies.
- The WITney Educational Trailer hosted 6,300 participants across 39 events in 18 states.
- WIT recognition programs honored nearly 200 transportation leaders.
- The 2025 Accelerate! Conference and Exhibition drew more than 1,100 registered attendees.