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Federal Register Notice of Proposed Rulemaking – Heavy Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking: AEB Test Devices
SUMMARY: This NPRM proposes to adopt a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to require automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on heavy vehicles, i.e., vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds). This notice also proposes to amend FMVSS No. 136 to require nearly all heavy vehicles to have…
Read More7 Great Sources for Trucking News and Updates: Stay Informed with the Latest Trucking News and Updates
Stay Informed with the Latest Trucking News and Updates in the trucking industry. It’s crucial if you’re a trucking executive, professional, and enthusiast alike. From regulatory changes and technological advancements to market trends and industry insights, accessing reliable trucking news sources is essential. Keep reading to find a list of seven (7) trusted platforms…
Read MoreTennessee Trucking Foundation June 2023 Updates & Events
Tennessee Trucking Foundation June 2023 Road Team Calendar & May photo recap The Tennessee Road Teams Captains calendar was full of exciting events from the second half of May. Keep reading to view the June 2023 Road Team calendar and photos from events held throughout May 2023. June 2023 Calendar Jun 3…
Read MoreBlind Spots and Safe Driving: Insights from the 2023 Safety Break
On May 26, 2023, the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) and Foundation (TTF) hosted their annual “Safety Break” event, an initiative aimed at promoting highway safety and raising awareness about safe driving practices. The event brought members of the TTA Road Team, TTA Safety Management Council, and the Department of Safety to share resources and education…
Read MoreTennessee Trucking Foundation Thanks FedEx Freight and Nashville Predators for Grant Support
We are excited to announce that the Tennessee Trucking Foundation is a 2023 recipient of both the FedEx Freight Charitable Giving Program and the Predators Foundation Helper Grant. These funds will allow us to continue our mission to advance highway safety and save lives on Tennessee’s roadways through education and information, as well as, through…
Read MoreCharging Site Development | Call for Letters of Support
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is currently working with a variety of project partners to request funding to develop up to 10 publicly accessible medium- and heavy-duty electric truck charging sites along multiple, federally-designated alternative fuel corridors in Tennessee (I-40, I-24, and I-75). As part of our proposal, they are hoping to demonstrate…
Read MoreBig Rigs Little Kids: Big Hearts Supporting Children’s Charities with Every Swing
The Tennessee Trucking Foundation’s Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Classics have become a highly anticipated annual event. With four events taking place throughout the year, the most recent two were held on May 4th in East Tennessee and May 10th in Middle Tennessee at the Hermitage Golf Course. These events provide a fun opportunity…
Read MoreKeeping Up With The TTF Road Team – May 2023 Events
The Tennessee Trucking Foundation Road Team has been having a fantastic year in 2023, representing the trucking industry with pride and professionalism at a variety of events. From the Future Farmers of America Convention to Touch-A-Truck, Battle Creek Middle School, and Chapel Hill Car Fit, the team has been making their presence felt across the…
Read MoreCelebrating Excellence: Bobby Rue TTA 2023 Truck Driver of the Year
On April 29th, 2023, at the Tennessee Truck Drivers Competition Banquet, Bobby Rue was awarded the Tennessee Trucking Association & Foundation Driver of the Year award. Bobby was recognized for his safe driving and dedication to the industry. This award was given not based on any one act but as a lifetime achievement for his…
Read MoreChris Woody Shares 6 Steps to a Safer Trucking Fleet
We are excited to share a recent blog post by one of our members, Chris Woody, Director of Safety for M&W Transportation Co. Chris is a thought leader in the trucking industry, and he recently shared his expertise in a blog post for Truckinginfo.com. The blog post, titled “6 Steps to a Safer Trucking Fleet,”…
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