Trucking Takes on Emerging Challenges
SAN DIEGO — Trucking leaders discussed how potential changes to federal regulations and international trade policy may soon affect the industry during American Trucking Associations’ 86th annual Management Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 5-8.
October 10, 2019Employers, Drivers Urged to Register for Drug, Alcohol Clearinghouse
SAN DIEGO — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration officials are encouraging motor carriers to register now on the agency’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse database, aimed at ending job-hopping by drivers who fail their drug and alcohol test.
October 10, 2019New Chairman's Perspective: Connecting the Trucking Industry
From Randy Guillot: The business of moving freight is all about connection. The connection between shipper and carrier, between driver and vehicle, between technician and engine — all of these are critical.
October 9, 2019ATA Elects Randy Guillot as 75th Chairman
SAN DIEGO — American Trucking Associations’ annual Management Conference & Exhibition drew to a festive close Oct. 8 following the naming of Randy Guillot as its 75th chairman.
October 8, 2019ATA Establishes Policies on Recreational Marijuana Laws
SAN DIEGO — American Trucking Associations executives have approved a set of policies meant to help the industry safely operate amid the growing legalization of recreational marijuana.
October 8, 2019Fleet Executives Stress Corporate Culture as Recruiting Tool
SAN DIEGO — The future of trucking will mean managers will be tasked with sifting through a lot of data at the same time the industry turns to artificial intelligence, according to a panel of transportation officials.
October 8, 2019Spireon Outlines Vision for Intelligent Trailer Management
SAN DIEGO — Asset-tracking provider Spireon has introduced Intelligent Trailer Management, the company’s next-generation portfolio of products and services.
October 8, 2019ATA Launches Affinity Program With Energy Services Firm UrbanVolt
SAN DIEGO — American Trucking Associations announced the launch of a new affinity program through which member organizations can partner with the federation and UrbanVolt — a Dublin- and Chicago-based energy service company — to curtail energy costs.
October 8, 2019FlowBelow to Provide AeroSlider Trailer Kits for Mesilla Valley Transportation
SAN DIEGO — FlowBelow Aero Inc. has landed a commitment from Mesilla Valley Transportation to equip its trailers with its AeroSlider attachments that fit between the rear wheels. The announcement was made Oct. 7 at American Trucking Associations' Management Conference & Exhibition.
October 8, 2019Luke Bryan, Maddie & Tae Entertain Trucking Execs at Freightliner Dinner
SAN DIEGO — Country music superstar Luke Bryan and award-winning duo Maddie & Tae were the surprise entertainment at the 2019 Freightliner Trucks customer appreciation event.
October 8, 2019