The Board of Directors of the American Trucking Associations unanimously approved the federation’s first-ever policy for the development of automated trucks — with an important caveat: Keep a role for professional drivers. “Over the past year, ATA has been active in this debate, advocating for recognition of the importance of the trucking industry when it […]
At its annual State of the Industry Address, American Trucking Associations (ATA) President and CEO Chris Spear told the federation’s annual Management Conference and Exhibition that the ATA would take a leadership role in addressing driver shortages. “Our industry faces several barriers that must be addressed if we’re to grow, including: establishing pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship […]
American Trucking Associations (ATA) recognized the winners of several of the industry’s top honors as part of the association’s Leadership and Awards Luncheon at its annual Management Conference & Exhibition. “This industry provides constant examples of hard work and professionalism exhibited by its people on a daily basis,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. […]
American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 0.1% in July, following a 4.4% drop during June. In July, the index equaled 138.5, up from 138.4 in June. Compared with July 2016, the SA index increased 2.3%. In June, the Truck Tonnage Index rose 1.2% on a year-over-year basis. Year-to-date, compared […]
Spireon, a leader in aftermarket telematics, has announced the general availability of FleetLocate FL Solar, its solar-powered solution for trailer and asset tracking. The technology will is being showcased at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition (TMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Spireon customer Pan American Express, a privately-owned full […]
Good news in the large fleet field — the turnover rate at truckload fleets with more than $30 million in annual revenue dropped two points to 81%, the third decline in 2016, in the third quarter – the lowest point since the second quarter of 2011. “Ongoing softness in the freight economy has contributed to […]
