In Memory: Butch LaCombe
LaCombe, Ellis [Butch] 78, of Glendale, AZ. passed away, August 26,2016, due to brain cancer. Born in Green Bay, Wi. to Ellis and Eileen LaCombe, “Butch” was a devoted Packer fan and shareholder. He proudly flew the Packer flag every Sunday. Truly a “Cheeesehead” Being the oldest of 11 children, he began his working career […]
Public input essential as South Mountain Freeway moves toward construction
ADOT offers multiple ways to provide feedback, get the latest project information PHOENIX – Thirteen years of public involvement helped shape plans for the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway. With the Arizona Department of Transportation preparing to begin construction along the 22-mile corridor, the community can continue providing feedback and seeking information by attending meetings, […]
UIIA Update on Hanjin Equipment
All UIIA Motor Carriers were sent a notice on September 1, 2016 advising of the recent insolvency procedures that were commenced by Hanjin Shipping Company Ltd. and its impact on UIIA Motor Carriers ability to interchange Hanjin equipment. Motor Carriers were advised that various facilities are establishing their own guidelines in regards to the handling […]
ADOT, Federal Highway Administration prevail in South Mountain Freeway lawsuit
Construction of freeway will begin in early September PHOENIX – Construction of the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway is scheduled to begin in early September after the U.S. District Court in Phoenix dismissed legal challenges and ruled that the Arizona Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration completed all steps required to move forward. “This […]
AmTA Hopes Final Truck Efficiency Rule Will Achieve Emissions Goals
Leading Industry Group Notes Improvements Over Greenhouse Gas Proposal Arlington, Va. – Today, leaders at the American Trucking Associations said they were cautiously optimistic that the second round of the Obama administration’s greenhouse gas and fuel efficiency standards for commercial trucks would achieve the targets set out by the administration and that they hoped the […]
Charles White Named Bendix Grand Champion at 2016 National Truck Driving Championships Richard Merich Awarded Rookie of the Year
Indianapolis – Today, American Trucking Associations announced Charles White as the Bendix Grand Champion of the 2016 National Truck Driving Championships in Indianapolis. “After an impressive showing throughout the week, Charles White emerged as the most skilled and knowledgeable truck driver in the country,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “On behalf of the […]
Arizona’s Daniel Voelker Named NAIC Grand Champion
INDIANAPOLIS — Arizona Department of Public Safety trooper Daniel Voelker has been named grand champion of the 2016 North American Inspectors Championship. Voelker, 39, was presented the Jimmy K. Ammons Award, the highest honor for roadside inspectors, at a ceremony here Aug. 12. Voelker has been in law enforcement for nearly 17 years, but a […]
Arizona Trucking Association Announces Legislative Endorsements
Tolleson, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association Political Action Committee is proud to announce its first round of legislative endorsements for the 2016 Primary Election. The following recommendations are determined after reviewing candidate’s surveys, voting records and interaction with our membership, if applicable. These candidates have shown an understanding and support for issues important to […]
Fleet Safety Awards
CONGRATULATIONS ATA SAFETY AWARD WINNERS The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) and the Arizona Transportation Education Foundation (ATEF) have announced winners of the industry’s fleet safety and individual achievement awards. Fleet safety awards are presented to trucking companies that have the lowest accident rates per million miles traveled within Arizona, but who also demonstrate significant community […]
Richard Blaine Duncan, Jr. Obituary
Richard Blaine Duncan Jr, age 81, of Buckeye, AZ passed peacefully at home on July 15, 2016. Richard was born in Kingman, AZ on April 21, 1935 to Blaine and Iris Duncan. He and his family were truly men and women of the West. He spent his early years briefly in the Kingman area then […]