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A First Look at the Foundation Simulator The Tennessee Trucking Foundation (TTF) recently launched its newest educational asset: a high-tech driving simulator designed to replicate the experience of operating a commercial motor vehicle. This acquisition marks a significant step in the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to highway safety and community outreach. At the 2026 Q1 Foundation…

Congratulations 2026 TTA Technician Skills Competition Winners The Tennessee Trucking Association recently hosted its annual Technician Skills Competition on April 9, 2026, at the Nashville Fairgrounds Expo Center.  Diesel technicians from across Tennessee competed to showcase their skills in heavy-duty vehicle systems. The competition included 10 stations. The format tested accuracy and technical knowledge across the kinds…

ATA Safety Management Council Recognizes TTA’s Dedication to Safety The Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) received the “Excellence in Safety” Award at the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Safety Management Council (SMC) National Conference and Exhibition. Held in Oklahoma City, the event recognized TTA as a premier state association for its commitment to safety programs and industry…

A Recap of Manchester Scales Day The Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) held its latest Roadside Spring 2026 event today, April 2, 2026, at the Manchester Scales on I-24. This recurring educational session is a joint partnership between the TTA and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP). The goal is to demystify the inspection process. The event…

Stronger Together: Highlights from our 2026 First Quarter New Member Orientation On Friday, March 27th, we had the privilege of putting on our first New Member Orientation of 2026. The orientation kicked off at our TTA Headquarters in Nashville. TTA President and CEO, Donna England, took the floor to welcome new members and provide a…

Celebrating the 4th TTA Women’s Luncheon at Puffy Muffin We’re excited to share highlights from the  4th Tennessee Trucking Association Women’s Luncheon. In an industry that is statistically more male-dominated, these luncheons have become a great space for the women in our industry. During the lunch, the insights shared touched on leadership as a woman…

Leading E.D.G.E. at the Capitol: Shaping the Future of Tennessee Trucking Leadership On March 25, 2026 the 2026 Leading E.D.G.E. class visited the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville. Our emerging leaders spent the day engaging with state officials and witnessing the legislative process firsthand. Thank you to Senator Paul Bailey for taking the time to…

Advocating for Tennessee Trucking: Highlights from the 2026 Call on Washington The Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) recently completed its annual “Call on Washington” on March 17–18, 2026. This event invites our members to travel to the nation’s capital to serve as the unified voice for Tennessee’s trucking industry. L-R Connie Vaughan, McKee Foods, Donna England,…

2026 Legislative Breakfast Recap It’s legislative season for the Tennessee Trucking Association, and our advocacy efforts are just getting underway. On March 10, 2026, we were pleased to host our first-ever Legislative Breakfast, which saw a strong turnout from industry members, lawmakers, and legislative staff. Among those we connected with were Representative Pat Marsh, Representative…