AUSTIN, Texas — They heard some optimistic projections from outgoing American Trucking Associations Chairman Dave Manning, a touching speech by new ATA Chairman Barry Pottle, and ended the evening hugging the stage to the hard Southern rock of Lynyrd Skynyrd.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusinessSafetyAutonomousEditorial
Editorial: Joining Forces to Move Forward
The themes of partnership, outreach and unity were present throughout speeches and presentations at this year’s American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition. Cooperation between ATA and the federal government was a central tenet.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusiness
Trucking Legends Encourage Industry Unity
AUSTIN, Texas — The relationship between state organizations and American Trucking Associations is solid and should continue to grow, according to a longtime member of the industry.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusinessSafety
Truckers, Law Enforcement Seek Stronger Relationships on Common Ground
AUSTIN, Texas — Mutual interest between law enforcement and truckers over such policy issues as highway safety, security and human trafficking are forging increasing relationships that have historically been less than cordial, according to a panel of law enforcement experts.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusiness
Transportation Candidates Tout Infrastructure Bona Fides in Midterm Bids
Transportation policy is rarely discussed in the national political arena this fall, but some candidates with seats on key freight committees are in high-profile contests.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusinessTechnology
Drivewyze Adds Data Reporting Service, Expands Weigh-Station Bypass Network
AUSTIN, Texas — Drivewyze Inc., provider of the PreClear weigh-station bypass service, has launched an analytics and reporting tool aimed at helping fleets better understand their safety and inspection data.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety
Driver Shortage Repeats as Top Concern in ATRI Industry Survey
AUSTIN, Texas — For the second year in a row, the national shortage of qualified truck drivers is considered the industry’s most pressing concern, according to an annual report prepared by the American Transportation Research Institute.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusiness
Consumer Spirits Rise to 18-Year High
WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer confidence rose again this month, hitting a new 18-year high. The Conference Board said Oct. 30 that its consumer confidence index climbed to 137.9 in October from 135.3 in September. Both readings are the highest since September 2000.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusiness
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Price Gains Weaken for Fifth Straight Month
WASHINGTON — U.S. home price gains slowed for the fifth straight month in August as higher mortgage rates have lowered home sales. The deceleration reflects a broader weakening in the nation’s housing market. Sales of existing homes have dropped for six straight months, and sales of new homes have fallen for the past four.
October 30, 2018GovernmentBusiness
Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Haslam Defines the Qualified Candidate for Truckers
AUSTIN, Texas — Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam had some advice for truckers on the type of candidate to vote for in the midterm elections — but he didn’t name any names.
October 30, 2018