Magazine / Industry News
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A United Front for Freight on Capitol Hill
On Capitol Hill, the trucking industry stood shoulder to shoulder with the rail industry to press Congress for action on policies that will improve the movement of freight, strengthen safety, and support the men and women who keep America moving. ATA... -
ATA’s Statement on EPA’s Removal of DEF Sensor Requirement
Washington, DC… Following the announcement that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is removing the diesel exhaust fluid sensor requirement, American Trucking Associations Vice President of Energy & Environmental Affairs Patrick Ke... -
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Surged 2.6% in February
Washington, DC… Trucking activity in the United States jumped in February, pushing tonnage levels to the highest point in three years. Specifically, truck freight tonnage increased 2.6% after gaining 0.7% in January, according to the American Tru... -
Judgements
When the driver starts out his day, he faces everyday decisions that can affect his routine and legality. Such things as taking time to fill out his logbook. Keeping these log books is an attempt for both the company and the police to keep track of ... -
Kenworth Introduces Limited-Edition TourAmerica Paint Scheme, Donates T680 to Freedom 250 Museum Tour
KIRKLAND, WA… Kenworth announced the launch of a special edition paint scheme created in celebration of the Freedom 250 initiative, a nationwide effort honoring the Nation’s 250th birthday and highlighting the spirit of American trucking. The n... -
Mid-America Trucking Show Announces 2026 Wall of Fame Inductees
The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is proud to announce the Class of 2026 Wall of Fame inductees: Bette Garber, Bill Foose, and Bill Weaver. These individuals will be honored for their lasting contributions to trucking during the Opening Reception ... -
Celebrating Excellence: PMTA Honors 2025 Driver of the Year
The Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association proudly recognized twelve outstanding professional drivers their annual banquet—individuals who represent the very best of Pennsylvania’s trucking industry. Together, these elite drivers have achieved an i... -
Public Safety Leaders Back Bill to Crack Down on Cargo Theft
Washington, DC… Members of the American Trucking Associations’ Law Enforcement Advisory Board wrote to leaders of the House as well as the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee to urge them to swiftly pass legislation to a... -
Registration Now Open for 44th Annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs in Bristol, TN
Registration is now open for the 44th annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs®, returning to Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, TN, June 25 to 27, 2026. Drivers across the U.S. and Canada are encouraged to pre-register early to secure a designated parkin... -
Truckers For Troops Seeking Care Package Requests For Deployed Military
Truckers for Troops® is accepting care package requests for deployed military serving in combat areas. The program, operated by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association - OOIDA, has supported U.S. troops overseas and veterans at home sin... -
Trucking Cares Foundation Supports Nebraska Wildfire Relief
Washington, DC… The American Trucking Associations’ Trucking Cares Foundation donated $2,500 to the Nebraska Trucking Association to support the delivery of wildfire relief in the Cornhusker State. “The devastating wildfires that have torn th... -
Truckstop Expands Open Deck And Overdimensional Freight Tools With Wize Load Acquisition
BOISE, ID… Truckstop.com announced the acquisition of Wize Load, a provider of heavy haul rate intelligence tools, as part of its continued investment in heavy haul, oversized, and specialized freight. Freight that involves open deck, heavy haul, ... -
44th Annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs® To Be Held At The Bristol Motor Speedway
BRISTOL, TN… Julie Wright, Shell Rotella Brand Manager was at the Shell Rotella booth at the recent Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky and announced that the 2026 Shell Rotella SuperRigs® Competition will be held at the Bristol Moto... -
History Is Coming, History Is Coming! Freedom Truck Mobile Museums Roll Across America
SLIPPERY ROCK, PA…. From the mountains to the prairies, six “Freedom Trucks” are spreading the news about the path to America’s 250 years of Independence. Much like Paul Revere on his Midnight Ride, these Mobile Museums, known as "Freedom... -
Brown Named Women In Trucking Association’s 2026 Driver of the Year
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – March 28, 2026 – The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is proud to announce that Ingrid Brown, professional driver and operations manager, Blackjack Express, LLC, is the recipient of the 2026 Driver of the Year Award, sponsore... -
The New Oils Are Coming!
WASHINGTON, DC… Engine manufacturers needed some help from oil manufacturers to meet new emissions and fuel economy standards and Oil MFGs answered the call by developing Proposal Category 12 (PC-12) oils. The PC-12 oils were designed for new diese... -
Power Service Brings Diesel Injector & DPF Flush to Walmart Stores Nationwide
Weatherford, TX… Power Service, a leader in diesel fuel additive technology, is pleased to announce that Diesel Injector & DPF Flush is now available in 3,794 Walmart stores across the country, bringing the company’s single-tank, full-syste... -
Little Texas to Celebrate America’s Truckers at 48th Annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree
WALCOTT, IA … Little Texas is coming back to the World’s Largest Truckstop! The award-winning group, famous for iconic songs like “God Bless Texas” and “You and Forever and Me”, is set to take the stage at 7:00 PM on Friday, July 10th dur... -
Where It All Comes Together - People, Pride & Mercer At MATS
Every year, the Mid-America Trucking Show turns Louisville into something larger than itself. The buildings don’t change, but the energy does. It hums. It stretches. It fills every aisle of the KY Expo Center with movement and conversation. And for... -
Transport For Christ
“In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength” (Isaiah 30:15). This is a gentle sentence, but it carries surprising weight when you try to live it. Most of us do not experience life as quietness and trust. Lif...