2020 MCE News Updates

Government, Business

Public Views Trucking Industry Favorably in Pandemic Era, Newhouse Says

The jobs performed by the country’s truckers helped to ensure the viability of an economy hit hard by the pandemic, according to recent research.

October 26, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

Industry Representatives Honored With Trucking Awards

J&M Tank Lines, the Nebraska Trucking Association and professional driver Rhonda Hartman of Old Dominion Freight Lines have been named as recipients of the 2020 American Trucking Associations’ Mike Russell Trucking Image Awards.

October 26, 2020
Government

ATA's Spear Pays Homage to Truckers' Heroism During Annual MCE Showcase

American Trucking Associations' signature showcase may be a virtual event this year, but there is no shortage of information flowing from the Management Conference & Exhibition. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

October 26, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

ATA’s Chris Spear Commends Truckers, Discusses Pressing Issues During Virtual Address

American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear praised the industry’s ability to rise to the occasion at the virtual Management Conference & Exhibition.

October 26, 2020
Business, Technology

Trucking’s Digital Transformation Is Unlocking Next Level of Efficiency

The digital transformation of the commercial transportation industry is setting the stage for further innovation that promises to unlock new levels of freight efficiency, technology executives said.

October 26, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

FMCSA Endures Busy, Challenging Year, Agency’s Top Official Says

It’s been a busy but productive year for FMCSA officials, Deputy Administrator Wiley Deck said Oct. 23 during American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.

October 23, 2020
Business, Technology, Safety

Driver Coaching Takes Personal Touch, Positivity, Panelists Say

Coaching programs should be geared to the drivers who are receiving training, according to panelists at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.

October 23, 2020
Business, Safety

Confronting COVID-19 in Workplace a Tall Task for Fleets

It takes a robust yet flexible plan from trucking companies to effectively build processes and procedures to curb the risks and spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.

October 23, 2020
Business, Technology, Fuel

Early Adopters of Electric Trucks Say Planning, Partnerships Are Crucial

Truck makers are beginning to introduce battery-electric models, but successfully deploying this new breed of commercial vehicle requires fleets to manage a bevy of new considerations, including installation of charging equipment, coordination with utility companies and exploring government incentives.

October 22, 2020
Business, Technology, Safety

Integrated, Connected Technology Gaining Speed

The data underpinning equipment and freight deliveries carries many benefits for fleets willing to integrate factory-installed telematics, service communications and fleet management solutions into a useful stream of data, experts said Oct. 22 during American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.

October 22, 2020