We’re excited to share highlights from the 4th Tennessee Trucking Association Women’s Luncheon. In an industry that’s historically been a bit of a “boys’ club,” 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 and how to move up…
Recently, our Leading E.D.G.E. class visited the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville. Our emerging leaders spent the day engaging with top state officials and witnessing the legislative process firsthand. The day kicked off bright and early at 8:30 AM at the Tennessee Trucking Association Headquarters. After a quick overview, the class drove downtown to the…
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. Meetings and advocacy activities took place at the ATA Headquarters, the ATA Hill Office, and congressional office buildings,…
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 Dan Howell, Senator Paul…
As the General Assembly continues to advance legislation, SB1587/HB1706 remains a key bill we are actively engaged in and monitoring on your behalf. As introduced, SB1587/HB1706 would impose significant penalties on trucking companies that employ commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders who may not be legally entitled to hold a CDL and who are involved in…
The inspection of cargo, cargo securement devices, and systems is a must. Federal regulations state that a driver may not operate a CMV nor a carrier require or permit a driver to operate a CMV unless the cargo is properly distributed and adequately secured as outlined in 393.100 through 136. The CMV tailgate, doors,…
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, members of the Tennessee Trucking Association gathered at MHC Kenworth to participate in a Building Blocks of Safety Culture Training session hosted by endorsed partner Alliance Interstate Risk. The training, which also served as a Tennessee Trucking Association Middle Tennessee Safety Council meeting, focused on helping trucking industry professionals explore…
We’re proud to announce the Tennessee Trucking Foundation’s 2026-2027 Road Team Captains. This year’s Road Team is made up of 12 professional truck drivers representing fleets from across Tennessee. Each captain was selected based on their driving record, professionalism, and commitment to safety both on and off the road. Road Team Captains serve as ambassadors…
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL Tuesday, February 17, 2026 7:00 a.m. ET Contact: Rebecca Brewster (404) 247-8787 rbrewster@trucking.org TENNESSEE CONTINUES TO RANK AMONG THE TOP IN THE NATION FOR TRUCK BOTTLENECKS Washington, DC – Today, the American Transportation Research Institute released its 15th annual list highlighting the most congested bottlenecks for trucks in America, and eight…
We’re pleased to share that Paula Harper was selected as Member of the Month by the Women in Trucking Association. Paula is a driver with FedEx Freight, a Road Team Ambassador with the Tennessee Trucking Foundation, and a 3rd-place winner in the 4-Axle Competition at the 2025 Tennessee Truck Driving Championships. She lives by the…
