Press Releases
Celebrating 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 More“Let The Good Times Roll” Bowling Fundraiser for the TTF
Are you ready for a night of fun, food, and fundraising? The Young Professionals Council of the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) is hosting a bowling event called “Let the Good Times Roll” to benefit the TTF on June 15th, 2023. The TTF is a nonprofit wing of the Tennessee Trucking Association that provides scholarships and…
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,”…
Read MoreA Close Competition: Highlights from Our Annual Technician Skills Competition
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, the Nashville Fairgrounds played host to the Tennessee Trucking Association’s annual Technician Skills Competition. The event was a great success, with a large number of rookies competing alongside seasoned professionals, and a new station added to identify vehicle fluids. The competition was fierce, with technicians vying for the top spot…
Read MoreTennessee Work Zone Awareness
Tennessee Work Zone Awareness Tennessee Trucking Association We All Play a Role in Work Zone Safety. Join with the Trucking Industry to Keep our Roads Safe. Spring weather means another season is also in full swing: construction season. Tennessee drivers will see more orange signs on our roadways this time of year as highway workers…
Read MoreTake Your Shot at the Tennessee Trucking Associations Sporting Clay Shoot
The Tennessee Trucking Associations Sporting Clay Shoot is an event that brings together trucking professionals and outdoor sports enthusiasts for a day of competition, camaraderie, and fun. The event is designed to showcase the skills and expertise of the participants while also providing a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for networking and socializing. The last Tennessee…
Read MoreMemphis Closure Issues
The Memphis PD is having issues with CMV trucks going through the city because of GPS navigation issues. The majority of the CMV trucks are going north on I-55 near the river, but the GPS often says to keep going straight and not stay on I-55 and head West over the river. However, going straight…
Read MoreTENNESSEE TRUCKING ASSOCIATION PROMOTES “SLOW DOWN TENNESSEE” TO REDUCE SPEEDING-RELATED CRASHES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3/29/2023 TENNESSEE TRUCKING ASSOCIATION & FOUNDATION NASHVILLE, TN – Tennessee Trucking Foundation & Association is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) for “Slow Down Tennessee.” During April 14 – 28, Tennessee Trucking Association will increase education, awareness, and enforcement efforts to help reduce speeding-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities statewide.…
Read MoreAveritt delivers record donation of more than $1.2 million to St. Jude
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Truck drivers and other employees of Averitt Express recently set a new standard for their largest donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, as they raised $1,200,001 in 2022. The contribution was recently presented to St. Jude, and it marked the fourth consecutive year Averitt has given at least $1…
Read MoreFleet Safety Award Presented to M& W Transportation Co.
On March 7, 2023 M&W Transportation Co. was awarded the 3rd place Division II Fleet Safety Award at TCA’s annual convention. Director of Safety Chris Woody accepted the award on behalf of M&W. Entries in this category included fleets with 5-14.99 million miles from all of North America. “These annual awards identify truckload carriers…
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