ATA Cheers Federal Court Decision Blocking Discriminatory Rhode Island Toll Scheme
Washington – Today, the American Trucking Associations hailed a decision by the U.S. District Court ruling Rhode Island’s predatory truck-only tolling plan RhodeWorks unconstitutional. “We told Rhode Island’s leaders from the start that their crazy scheme was not only discriminatory, but illegal,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “We’re pleased the court agreed. To […]
ATA Celebrates America’s Truck Drivers
Washington – American Trucking Associations leaders, on behalf of the association and the industry, are celebrating and thanking the nation’s truck drivers this week as part of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. “Every day, our country’s 3.7 million truck drivers deliver America’s freight safely, securely and efficiently – they are the glue that keeps our economy […]
Arizona’s Eric Ramsdell wins 1st place in Flatbed Division at the 2022 National Truck Driving Championships
Congratulations to Eric Ramsdell, Walmart Transportation, Buckeye, AZ for winning 1st place in the Flatbed Division at the 2022 National Truck Driving and Step Van Competition (NTDC) hosted by the American Trucking Associations in Indianapolis, IN. This is Eric’s second NTDC title. In 2015, Ramsdell won a national title in the 5-Axle Division. This year’s […]
ADOT: New signs restrict heavy vehicle truck traffic to right lane on I-10 between Phoenix, Casa Grande
Interim safety measure in place until upcoming widening project improves I-10 PHOENIX – To promote safety on a 20-mile segment of Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Casa Grande, the Arizona Department of Transportation in collaboration with the Department of Public Safety is installing new signage that will restrict heavy vehicle truck traffic on this busy […]
Governor Ducey Delivers On Promise to “Finish The Job” To Expand I-10
PHOENIX — Commuters, vacationers and commerce will see a smoother drive between Phoenix and Tucson, as Arizona invests $400 million to widen Interstate 10, delivering on a promise by Governor Doug Ducey in this year’s State of the State Address. “In the State of the State, we promised that we would invest more dollars to […]
W.W. Williams Promotes Michael Clinkingbeard to General Sales Manager of the Southwest Division
Phoenix, Arizona – (May 4, 2022) – The W.W. Williams Company, LLC., one of the nation’s largest industrial distribution, service, and repair companies, has recently promoted Michael Clinkingbeard to the position of General Sales Manager of the Southwest division. Mike started his career with W.W. Williams in 1983, advancing quickly through his career, moving his way up […]
Nominations for Safety Awards Open
Awards nominations are open for 2021 Fleet Safety Award, Driver of the Year and Safety Professional of the Year. The deadline to submit nominations is Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Download and submit your Safety Award Nomination Forms today! 2021 Fleet Safety Award 2021 Safety Professional of the Year 2021 […]
Arizona Trucking Association Announces Winners of the 2022 Arizona Truck Driving Championship
Phoenix, AZ – On April 9, 2022 the Arizona Trucking Association held its annual Truck Driving Championship (TDC) at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Over 106 drivers participated in this year‘s event, many of which have millions of miles of accident free driving. Participants are tested in three different areas: A written exam that tests drivers’ knowledge […]
Trucking Industry: Increase Domestic Energy Production Now
Energy crisis threatens to compound supply chain crisis, says ATA Arlington, Virginia – The American Trucking Associations is calling on the Biden Administration to take immediate steps to boost domestic energy production. In a letter sent this afternoon to the White House, ATA outlined specific actions the U.S. can take to provide relief at the pump for motor […]
RESULTS: 2022 Annual Clay Shoot
Thank you to everyone who participated in this years clay shoot. Additionally, we would like to recognize our sponsors: Continental TireRedburn Tire Co.Jackson Lewis P.C. The results of the 2022 Annual Clay Shoot: Score First Name Last Name Company 35 Micheal Jimenez J&L Transportation, Inc. 33 Amhir Garcia Velocity Vehicle Group 32 Ian Martin J&L Transportation 32 […]