On the horizon
As the world launches into 2022, there are two major changes on the horizon that will impact the trucking industry. In February 2022, the Federal
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- The Truckload Authority News Staff, comprised of award winning journalists and graphic artists, produces content for Truckload Authority, working in cooperation with the Truckload Carriers Association staff. Truckload Authority aims to keep TCA members abreast on the latest trends in the trucking industry as well as articles that feature TCA member executives and drivers. The Truckload Authority staff is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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Making Safety Happen cohort set for January 13
Because of popular demand, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and DriverReach are proud to announce the fourth cohort for the Making Safety Happen program. Don’t
Two drivers who died while helping others earn posthumous Highway Angel wings
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Two truck drivers who were killed while helping at the scene of an accident on Interstate 81 in West Virginia have posthumously
Truckload Authority November/December 2021 – Digital Edition
Truckload Authority November/December 2021 Digital Edition: Golden Boy: Ryan Murphy, son of Landstar exec, makes Olympic dreams come true. Also in this edition: Congressional Gridlock | Wise Investment | Touching Trucking
Parade honors NTDAW, anniversary of 9/11
To kick off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), while also commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11, a parade — America Rolls Strong — was
National Transportation Safety Board chief says focus on road safety must shift to entire system
The new chairman of the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) wants governments and businesses to change the way they look at highway safety by
Bison, FTC earn top fleet safety awards
The Truckload Carriers Association’s (TCA) 2021 Annual Convention — Truckload 2021: Las Vegas — concluded with the presentation of the 2020 Fleet Safety Award Grand
TCA Highway Angels | November-December
Professional truck drivers Addis Tekelu and Jesse Davis have been named Highway Angels by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) for their acts of heroism while on
NHTSA estimates first quarter fatalities up over 2020
According to an early estimate of motor vehicle traffic fatalities for the first quarter of 2021, released in September by the National Highway Traffic Safety
TCA schedules fourth cohort of Making Safety Happen
Because of popular demand, TCA and DriverReach have announced the dates in 2022 of their fourth cohort of Making Safety Happen — an exclusive TCA-member
Safety her utmost priority, FMCSA Administrator nominee Meera Joshi tells Senate panel
Ensuring the safety of the women and men who are literally driving the commercial motor vehicle industry, as well as all motorists with whom they
Boyle Transportation, Nussbaum Transportation named 2021 Best Fleets to Drive For
For the second consecutive year, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge have named Boyle Transportation and Nussbaum Transportation overall winners of the Best Fleets
Lana Batts honored with Past Chairmen’s Award
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has honored longtime trucking industry professional Lana Batts with its prestigious Past Chairmen’s Award. Batts has amassed more than 30
Push for zero-emission trucks in the works
Company officials with fleets of trucks are urging governors across the country to embrace a rule meant to speed up the adoption of zero-emission trucks
HOS violations account for almost half of out-of-service orders during International Roadcheck
More than 40,000 commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspections were conducted in May for International Roadcheck, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual high-volume, high-visibility inspection
Cargo Transporters, outlet center honored for contributions to Capitol Christmas Tree initiative
Cargo Transporters, Inc., of Claremont, North Carolina, and Asheville Outlets of Asheville, North Carolina, were recognized for their contributions to the 2020 U.S. Capitol Christmas
31 companies recognized for long-standing commitment, contributions to TCA
During the September 26 Board of Directors meeting at the Truckload Carriers Association’s (TCA) Truckload 2021: Las Vegas convention, 31 member companies were recognized for
In-person Refrigerated Meeting offers education, networking opportunities
The Truckload Carriers Associations’ 2021 Refrigerated Meeting was held July 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This annual event is the
Truckload Authority September/October 2021 – Digital Edition
Truckload Authority September/October 2021 Digital Edition: Truckload Strong: In-person events are back. Also in this edition: On the Road to Restoration | Reducing Fuel Costs | Growing Backlog
TCA unveils #Truckload Strong initiative
Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), the only trade association whose sole focus is the truckload segment of the motor carrier industry, announced in late July that