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Dump trucks are the workhorses of many industries, from construction and landscaping to hauling and demolition. Operating a dump
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Ryder partners with Women in Trucking
Ryder System, one of America’s leading trucking firms, has partnered with non-profit Women in Trucking to improve working conditions
ATA criticizes Obama budget
Officials from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) recently criticized President Obama’s proposed 2015 budget because it favors rail and
ATA and IIHS weigh in on NHTSA strategic plan
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) held a public listening session in late February to gain input on
ATRI report explores effectiveness of simulator training
A new research white paper released by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) suggests that drivers who received targeted
ATA chair will be featured speaker at TMC annual meeting
Phil Byrd, chairman of the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and president and CEO of Bulldog Hiway Express, will be
Cyber security emerges as an issue for truckers
In our digital age, cyber security is part of the cost of doing business. We understand that we have
Debate continues over truck speed limits
The debate over truck speeds is taking shape across the nation as 16 states are now considering changes to
Agencies getting creative in battle against winter conditions
With severe winter road conditions hindering transportation across the U.S., state transportation agencies have proven they can be creative
ATA’s Technology and Maintenance Council takes a look at future trucks
The Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) of the American Trucking Associations’ Future Truck program has been looking at the
FMCSA audit finds weaknesses in cross-border program
A recent U.S. DOT Office of the Inspector General audit of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) found
Truck drivers offer safety tips for winter road conditions
Recent heavy winter storms across the nation have underscored the need for all drivers, including truckers, to take extra