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
Presidents Message
Dear Members, This month marks 13 years for me at the Arizona Trucking Association. It’s been an incredible ride. I am deeply grateful for your friendship, your trust, and your support along the way. Together, we’ve navigated recessions, regulatory battles, supply chain crises, and more legislative curveballs than I can
ATA Secures Major Win for Trucking as Pima County Withdraws Illegal and Ill-advised Ordinance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tolleson, AZ — The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) announced that Pima County has removed its proposed ordinance from the Board of Supervisors’ agenda, marking a significant victory for Arizona’s trucking industry and the principle of lawful, reasonable truck access. The proposed ordinance would have imposed a 75-trip
ATA Supports National Blueprint to Eliminate Bad Actors and Restore Fair Competition in Trucking
Trucking Associations from Across America Release Plan to Combat Fraud, Enhance Safety, and Pave the Way for a Trucking Resurgence Phoenix, AZ — The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) has joined trucking associations from across the country in supporting a comprehensive policy blueprint aimed at eliminating bad actors who exploit regulatory
Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Awards $77,800 Grant to the ATA Foundation to Promote Commercial Truck Awareness and Road Safety
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) has awarded a $77,800 grant to the Arizona Trucking Association Foundation (ATA Foundation) for the fiscal year 2026. This continued support underscores a shared commitment to improving highway safety and raising awareness about commercial vehicle operations through the ATA
FMCSA Extends Medical Certification Waiver Until January 2026
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced an extension of the medical certification waiver related to the National Registry II (NRII) implementation. Under this waiver, interstate CDL and CLP holders, as well as motor carriers, may continue using a paper copy of the Medical Examiner’s Certificate (Form MCSA-5876)
ARIZONA TRUCKING ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE ARIZONA TRUCKING ASSOCIATION: You are hereby notified that the Annual Membership Meeting of the Arizona Trucking Association will be held on: DATE: Monday, September 29, 2025TIME: 2:00 PMLOCATION: Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock90 Ridge Trail DriveSedona, Arizona 86351 This meeting is FREE and OPEN
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
ATA Foundation Chairman: Auction Items Needed
We’re excited to announce that this year’s Arizona Trucking Association Foundation (ATAF) Charity Auction will once again be held during the ATA Annual Meeting and Carrier Conference. The ATAF Auction has long been a fun and meaningful tradition, providing essential funding for ATAF programs including Teens and Trucks, Share the Road,