By James Reed I think there are two immutable facts about autonomous vehicles (AVs). First, and most importantly, they will save lives. Second, they are no longer a few years out —AVs are on American roadways every single day. Driverless robotaxis from Waymo and Cruise drive the streets of San Francisco carrying paid customers 24/7; […]
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LITTLE ROCK, ARK. – In an executive proclamation, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders officially declared Sept. 10-16, 2023, Truck Driver Appreciation Week in Arkansas. During this week, the Arkansas Trucking Association, along with American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry, celebrates the 3.5 million professional truck drivers who work each day to deliver America’s freight safely
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LITTLE ROCK, ARK. – The Arkansas Trucking Association is pleased to announce it has selected eight new members to join the Arkansas Road Team, a group of professional drivers chosen for their commitment to highway safety, communication skills and interest in improving the image of the trucking industry. This complimentary outreach program of the ATA serves
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Shannon Newton President, ATA On July 8, my kids and I put on our sequins and smiles, stacked beaded bracelets up our arms and joined 75,000 other Swifties in Kansas City for Taylor Swift’s Eras tour. We sang along to our favorite songs, bought merch and had so much fun we forgot to act cool
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By Brad Hicks There’s a lot of excitement around J.B. Hunt this time of year. Throughout August, we begin the planning process for Wreaths Across America, a national event honoring the legacy of those who have sacrificed their lives serving our country. For nearly a decade, a convoy of J.B. Hunt trucks has joined hundreds
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Truck Driving Championship Winners FULL LIST SEE PHOTOS HERE Technician Championship Winners FULL LIST SEE PHOTOS HERE ATA would like to thank all the volunteers, sponsors, vendors, drivers, technicians, and fans for their support.
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LITTLE ROCK, ARK. – Two graduating Arkansas seniors have been selected to receive scholarships from the Arkansas Trucking Association. Bass Burroughs of Mt. Vernon, Ark., and William Warren of Floral, Ark., are both planning to attend Arkansas State University – Beebe, Searcy campus this fall to pursue careers in medium/heavy duty truck technology. Each of
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On Wednesday, May 17, the Arkansas Trucking Association announced the 2022 Driver of the Year, Ken Geer; 2022 Safety Professional of the Year, Brett Graves; and 2022 Maintenance Professional of the Year, Samuel Satterfield. The top honors were announced at the awards luncheon during the ATA Conference in Little Rock, Ark. Each year, the Arkansas
Shannon Newton President, ATA What should you carry on an 18-mile trek descending 5,000 feet into the Grand Canyon? I’ve spent a lot of time researching this question over the last few weeks. The internet has innumerable lists and a few warnings. A headlamp and some SPF made my packing list. Comfortable shoes were a
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By Joey Berkemeyer To film or not to film? Everyone has an opinion. At Wayne Smith Trucking, we have front-facing cameras in everything we own. The front facing cameras can get you out of a jam or tell you when it’s best to settle a lawsuit before it gets worse. Side-facing cameras offer the same
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