Industry Updates
Arizona’s Best Truck Drivers Compete at 2026 Truck Driving Championships in Tempe
Tempe, AZ — On March 28, 2026, the Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) hosted its annual Arizona Truck Driving Championship (TDC) at Tempe Diablo Stadium, bringing together the state’s top professional drivers for a day of elite competition focused on safety, skill, and professionalism. More than 142 drivers participated in this
Arizona Trucking Association Applauds Supreme Court Rule Change Bringing Transparency to Lawsuit Financing
The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) today praised the Arizona Supreme Court’s decision to adopt a rule requiring disclosure of third-party litigation funding (TPLF) agreements in civil cases. This landmark change will shine a light on the outside financiers bankrolling lawsuits, a practice that has fueled lawsuit abuse, driven up insurance
American Trucking Associations Safety Policy Update: Revised ELP Guidance
By the American Trucking Associations This morning, U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy announced the publication of updated FMCSA guidance to enhance the enforcement of English language proficiency (ELP) requirements among commercial drivers, in accordance with President Trump’s April 28th Executive Order. As you may recall, the EO directs FMCSA to rescind the 2016 Enforcement
Help us Spread the Word: 2025 Scholarship Applications Now Open
The Arizona Trucking Association Foundation (ATAF) is dedicated to supporting the next generation of talent in the trucking industry. Through this scholarship program, ATAF provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing full-time studies at accredited colleges, universities, or vocational institutions. Don’t miss this opportunity. Eligibility and Application DetailsApplicants must be either employees
TAT’s Harriet Tubman Award Nominations Open
Do you know someone who should win TAT’s Harriet Tubman Award? Each year, TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking) presents its most prestigious award – the Harriet Tubman Award – along with a $5,000 check and a trophy to a member of the trucking, bus or energy industry whose direct actions have
Arizona Trucking Association Welcomes Elissa Allen as Accounting Manager
The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is excited to welcome Elissa Allen as our new Accounting Manager! Elissa came on board February 18, 2025, and brings with her a wealth of experience as a full-charge bookkeeper, along with a solid background in finance and accounting. Simply put: if it involves numbers,
2025 Call on Washington
What is Call on Washington? ATA members join up at a central hotel in Washington and as a group, meet with individual members of Arizona’s Congressional delegation, heads of regulatory agencies and other officials to discuss business issues, as well as attend dinners and special events. Why should I go?
Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Awards $78,107 Grant for FY2025 to Promote Commercial Truck Awareness and Road Safety
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) has awarded a $78,107 grant to the Arizona Trucking Association Foundation (ATA Foundation) for the fiscal year 2025. This funding supports the Foundation’s ongoing mission to enhance highway safety, with a particular emphasis on commercial truck awareness and education
Arizona Trucking Association Welcomes New Staff: Leslie Hensley as Director of Administration & Operations and Corrine Wood as Accounting Manager
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is pleased to announce the addition of two key hires, Leslie Hensley and Corrine Wood, who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the association. Both will play vital roles in ATA’s mission to support and strengthen Arizona’s trucking industry. Leslie