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A Genuine Recovery in Trucking Industry Looms Closer
After a year-long recession, the U.S. trucking industry appears to be on the cusp of recovery, although the precise timing remains elusive. Industry...
ATA’s Truck Tonnage Index Experienced Significant Growth in May
The American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index noted a 3.6% rise in May, bouncing back from a 1%...
House Greenlights $2 Million Funding for Federal Task Force to Combat Cargo Theft
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) expressed support for recent Congressional actions addressing the spike in cargo theft incidents. The House Appropriations Committee has...
ATA Introduces ‘Nothing Without Trucking’ Image Campaign Tailored for Policymakers
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has unveiled a new image campaign with the slogan: "Nothing Without Trucking," replacing the decade-old “Trucking Moves America...
Expert Panel Discusses Hurdles and Solutions for Electric Fleet Integration
Transitioning to electric trucks is no small feat for fleet operators. During a recent session at the American Trucking Associations’ 2024 Midyear Management...
Six Industry Leaders in Safety Officially Named by ATA
The American Trucking Associations' (ATA) Safety Management Council (SMC) recently named six distinguished fleets and industry leaders for their steadfast commitment to both...
Washington Policy Makers Meet with Women Trucking Leaders
This week marked a significant milestone for the American Trucking Associations (ATA) as 18 women leaders in the trucking industry, hailing from 10...
Truck Parking Safety Gains Support, Stays Top of Mind for Industry Executives
Momentum for the bipartisan Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act is rapidly building within Congress. Senator Pete Ricketts, representing Nebraska, joined as a co-sponsor...
Truck Driver Apprenticeship Program Sees Growth
The DRIVE Safe Coalition leaders are expressing their approval for the successful passage of the fiscal year 2024 transportation funding bill by both...
Civil Reforms Aimed at Stopping “Jackpot Justice” Passed by Two States
This week, the trucking industry achieved significant legislative victories in two states, potentially reshaping the landscape of judgments that typically follow commercial truck...
