News and Press
Below is the latest trucking industry news and press.
Latest News and Press
Arizona Trucking Association Announces FirstNet as a Member Benefit
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is proud to announce FirstNet as a member benefit. All ATA carrier members automatically qualify to become FirstNet subscribers through the ATA…
Trucking Praises Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
Senate put America ahead of itself, says ATA Arlington, Virginia -- Today, American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear issued this statement on the Senate’s passage of the bipartisan infrastructure…
Arizona Trucking Association Announces the 2021 Virtual Truck Driving Championship / Battle of the State Winners
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association would like to congratulate the winners of this weekend’s Arizona Virtual Truck Driving Championship (TDC). The top ten finalist now move on to…
Nominations Open – Young Professionals Council
Nominations are now open for the Arizona Trucking Association's Young Professional Council As your ATA Chairman, one of my goals is to help promote young professionals in our industry. These…
Calling Arizona’s Safest Professional Drivers!
The safest professional truck drivers are gearing up for this year's Battle of the States. Will you represent Arizona? This year's state-level virtual knowledge competition will be held on July 31 by…
Governor Ducey Rescinds 25 Pandemic-Related Executive Orders
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today is rescinding 25 Executive Orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic following action by the Arizona Legislature to codify into law many of the policies enacted…
Arizona Trucking Association Announces ATA Buyers’ Guide
The Arizona Trucking Association (“ATA”) has announced its designation of the exclusive publisher and advertising sales agent of the Arizona Trucking Association Buyers’ Guide, the premier resource of relevant products…
ICYMI: Webinar – “Getting Your Fleet Ready For The 3G Sunset | What you need to know”
https://youtu.be/vK8GztlcJRc "Getting your fleet ready for the 3G sunset - What you need to know " was presented by EROAD on June 9, 2021 in partnership with the Arizona Trucking…
Proposed Arizona Budget includes over $320 million in “one-time” infrastructure projects
The draft Arizona Budget includes over $320 million in one time infrastructure projects from the state General Fund. These projects are above and beyond projects already being paid for by…
ATA announces Glen Huddleston as new Safety Consultant
Glen Huddleston Tolleson, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is excited to announce that Mr. Glen Huddleston will take over as Safety Consultant starting immediately. Glen replaces Mr. Bernie…
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…
CDLs may now be renewed online
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) has been working with the Arizona Department of Transportation make life easier for drivers to renew their CDLs. ATA fought…
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…