News and Press
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Latest News and Press
ATA’s First 4×4 Freedom Run Huge Success
On April 16, more than 50 members from the Arizona Trucking Association met up for ATA’s First Annual 4x4 Freedom Run (Freedom Run). The Freedom Run took the “Backway to…
The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit National Tour Will Make a Stop at ATA
This unique museum on wheels is free to the community and helps honor local veterans. Tolleson, AZ — Wreaths Across America (WAA) in Tolleson is proud to announce a local…
ATA Applauds Signing of HB2425: Motor Carriers; Violations; Penalties
Legislation Simplifies Motor Carrier and Driver Violations Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association applauds the passage of House Bill 2425: Motor Carrier; Violations; Penalties (HB2425), which was signed by…
Arizona Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility To All
Arizonans Age 16 And Up Can Be Vaccinated At State Sites PHOENIX — Registration at Arizona’s state-operated COVID-19 vaccination sites in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties will be open to all…
Trucking Industry Applauds Introduction of DRIVE Safe Act
By the American Trucking Associations Bipartisan bill aims to bolster trucking workforce, enhance safety training and technology standards Arlington, VA — Today, American Trucking Associations applauded the introduction of the DRIVE…
Women’s History Month: Frances H. McClelland, Shamrock Foods
Courtesy: Shamrock Foods Frances Helen McClelland’s extraordinary life is remembered for her integrity, humor, generosity and strong will. She was born in Tucson, Arizona on August 4, 1923, and was…
UPS Arizona Circle of Honor drivers
Tips from the pros With more than 83 years of safe driving under their belts, these women have a unique perspective on avoiding at-risk behaviors and what the everyday nonprofessional…
Ninth Circuit Affirms FMCSA Order Preempting California Meal and Rest Breaks
By American Trucking Associations Litigation Center On January 15, 2021, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed FMCSA's grant of ATA's petition seeking a determination that California's meal and rest break rules are preempted…
Arizona’s Inland Kenworth U.S. win prestigious ‘Kenworth Gold Award’
NEWS RELEASE Kenworth Recognizes Leading Dealers for 2020 Achievements, Customers Support Efforts To Maximize Uptime Kenworth Sales Company Honored with 2020 Kenworth Dealer of the Year Award KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb.…
ADOT: Arizonans can now renew driver licenses online
February 25, 2021 PHOENIX – Renewing a standard Arizona driver license and a commercial driver license can now be completed with a few clicks on a website. As Governor Doug…
Subject: Regional Emergency Declaration
ATA Members: Below, please find a memo from the Department of Public Safety regarding the FMCSA's Regional Emergency Declarations providing relief to those affected by the recent severe winter storms.In…
Arizona’s 2021 TDC Canceled
Dear Arizona Trucking Association Members: I am writing to let you know that the Arizona Trucking Association Truck Driving Championship, which was scheduled for April 17, 2021, has been canceled.…
In memory of Tom Morgan, Sr.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tom Morgan, Sr. who passed away on December 18, 2020. ATA's thoughts and prayers are with Tom's family and…
Meteor Crater Rest Area closed for renovations
Facilities remain open for truck parking only PHOENIX – The Meteor Crater Rest Area on Interstate 40 between Flagstaff and Winslow in northern Arizona has closed for a nearly $3.5…
Governor Ducey Extends [non-CDL] Driver License Expiration Dates and Defers Medical Card Renewals
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today issued an Executive Order deferring requirements to renew standard driver licenses that have an expiration date between March 1, 2020 and February 28, 2021 by one…
U.S Department of Transportation Issues Final Rule to Streamline Process for Aspiring Truck and Bus Drivers
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today announced a final rule to streamline the process for men and women interested in entering the…
U.S. Department of Transportation Takes Action to Assist America’s Truckers in the Efficient and Safe Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines
Thursday, December 3, 2020 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an extended and expanded national emergency declaration to provide hours-of-service regulatory relief…
Expansion and Extension of the Modified Emergency Declaration No. 2020-002 Under 49 CFR § 390.25
Arizona Trucking Association Announces 2019 Safety Award Winners
Tolleson, AZ – Today, the Arizona Trucking Association announced the Fleet and Safety Awards for 2019.The safety awards honor our dedicated professional drivers, our safest fleets, and the individuals —…
The Arizona Trucking Association Opposes Prop 207
Prop 207 not safe for driving public or workers Tolleson, AZ, Oct. 15, 2020 - The Arizona Trucking Association announces its full opposition to Proposition 207, the initiative to legalize…
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Delaying Expiration Of Driver Licenses
NOTE FROM ATA: This executive order does not apply to Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDL). If your CLD expired anytime between March 1, 2020 and September 1, 2020 you have a…
FMCSA EMERGENCY DECLARATION EXTENDED TO JULY 14
Extension and Modification of Expanded Emergency Declaration No. 2020-002 Under 49 CFR § 390.25 Extension and Modification of Emergency Declaration 2020-002 - 06-04-2020 .pdf Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration June…
Governor Ducey Issues Statewide Declaration Of Emergency, Curfew Beginning Tonight
Dear ATA Members: Please see the executive order below issued by Governor Ducey. Please note that "commercial trucking and delivery services; obtaining food; caring for a family member, friend, or…
Webinar Replay: COVID 19 Workplace Testing
https://youtu.be/cGTNwKrCkUA As businesses begin to reopen, employees will need to feel you are doing everything possible to make the workplace physically safe for them. Not only do they expect it,…
National Truck Driver Championship Canceled
American Trucking Associations announced that the NTDC will be canceled for 2020. Please see the letter from ATA President and CEO, Chris Spear. April 6, 2020 Dear Professional Truck Drivers,…
2020 Arizona Truck Driving Championship Canceled
Out of an abundance of caution the Arizona Trucking Association and the TDC Committee have decided to cancel the 2020 Arizona Truck Driving Championship. We do not make this decision…
ATA TO THANK TRUCKERS BY GIVING AWAY 500 FREE LUNCHES TO TRUCK DRIVERS ON I-10
#thankatrucker #essentialforAZ During this national pandemic, truck drivers continue to do their job by selflessly delivering food, supplies, and medicine throughout Arizona and America. Due to restaurant closures and limited…
ADOT News: Water line repairs require portable facilities this week at Sunset Point
Water line repairs require portable facilities this week at Sunset Point Restrooms closed April 1-3, with portable toilets, handwashing available PHOENIX – Urgently needed repairs to the main water line…
Keep Calm and Keep on Trucking
By Chris Spear President & CEO American Trucking Associations March 18, 2020 The coronavirus pandemic invokes fear. That’s understandable. We’re confronted with a novel virus that represents a serious threat…