Giles County Roadside Inspection – REGISTER HERE

You are invited to participate in a Roadside Inspection conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on October 30th, at the Giles County Scales on I-65 North, mile marker 5 out of Alabama – northbound side.

 

 Participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team.  Teams work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections.  Level I, II, and III inspections will be conducted.  It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted.  You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment are checked. 

 

 We are very excited about this opportunity to work with the Department of Safety again at this facility.  The event begins at 8:00 a.m. Central Time and concludes around 2:30 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day.  You don’t have to be a member to participate.  There will be several “visitors” present. 

 

If you can possibly get away, I think you will find it to be a very enlightening experience.  Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, safety, or maintenance.  We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past.  All have gone away with valuable experience.

 

Thank you Western Express, Inc. for your generous lunch sponsorship. Please RSVP to this event so we can get a headcount for food. You can RSVP above. 

To view a list of all upcoming roadside events click here!

Safety Breaks

To promote highway safety for all drivers over the Memorial Day weekend, the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) and Foundation (TTF) is holding its annual “Holiday Safety Break” on May 24, 2024.

The TTA is very excited to hold this event again, but we need your support to make it happen! If any of you can provide one or more of the following, please contact Marty Pollock as soon as you possibly can. He can be reached by phone 615-777-2882 or email mpollock@tntrucking.org.

NEEDED:

Volunteers to be at each location
Chips, cookies, crackers, fruit
water, sodas
Coolers & Ice
Kids Novelties
Cash Donations

 

WHEN:
Friday, May 24, 2024. Beginning at 8:00 AM and ending at 2:00 PM.

WHERE:
Rest area I-40 Westbound near Dickson – Mile Marker 170
Rest area 1-40 Eastbound near Jackson – Mile Marker 73
Rest area 1-40 Eastbound near Dandridge – Mile Marker 420
Rest area I-75 Northbound near Athens – Mile Marker 45

WHAT:
Members of Tennessee’s Road Team, TTA Safety Management Council Members, and Department of Safety will be at rest areas across the state providing free refreshments for travelers and encouraging safety as they travel this holiday weekend. TTA will have a tractor-trailer on display at each location to illustrate the four blind spots around large vehicles where crashes are more likely to occur. Motorists will be able to climb inside the truck and see the blind spots for themselves. Road Team Captains will be available to discuss the importance of buckling up, slowing down, keeping a safe following distance, not drinking and driving as well as the risks of drowsy driving and distracted driving (texting, cell phone usage, etc.)

 

Brownsville Roadside Inspection – REGISTER HERE

PLEASE NOTE: This Date has been rescheduled from its original May 17th date due to inclement weather. 

You are invited to participate in the Brownsville Roadside Inspection conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on June 14, 2024, at the Brownsville Scales on Interstate 40, mile marker 50 . 

Participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team.  Teams work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections.  Level I, II and III inspections will be conducted.  It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted.  You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment is checked.  It begins at 8:00 am Central Time and concludes around 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day. 

You don’t have to be a member to participate.  There will be several “visitors” present.  If you can possibly get away, please join us for this opportunity to learn about scale inspections.   Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, scale violation paperwork, safety or maintenance.  We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past.  All have gone away with valuable experience. 

Thank you, PFS Transportation, Inc. for sponsoring the lunch. Please RSVP to this event so we can get a headcount for food. You can RSVP above. 

To view a list of all upcoming roadside events click here!

Middle Tennessee Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Tournament

Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Tournaments

Since the program’s inception in 1989, the Tennessee Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Classics have become a rousing success. The event has grown in size and scope as more than 2.3 million dollars has been raised for children’s charities in Tennessee and the TTF Scholarship Fund. 

Greeneville Scales Roadside Inspection – REGISTER HERE

Greene County Roadside Inspection will be conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on May 7, 2024, at the Greeneville Scales on I-81 South, MM 21.

 

Participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team. Teams work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections. Level I, II, and III inspections will be conducted. It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted. You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment are checked. It begins at 8:00 am Eastern Time and concludes around 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day.

 

You don’t have to be a member to participate. There will be several “visitors” present. If you can get away, please join us for this opportunity to learn about scale inspections.   Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, scale violation paperwork, safety, or maintenance. We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past. All have gone away with valuable experience. Please share this with anyone in the industry you feel might be interested in participating.

 

Thank you, Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. & Walmart Transportation LLC for sponsoring the lunch. Please RSVP to this event so we can get a headcount for food. You can RSVP above. 

To view a list of all upcoming roadside events click here!

Truck Driving Championships

We are excited to announce the upcoming Tennessee Truck Driving Championships. This is for TTA member drivers! 

This competition allows drivers to demonstrate their knowledge of the industry, driving skills, and professional competence for the chance to compete in the American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Driving Championships. 

This program is great in promoting professionalism and safety consciousness among participating drivers and a positive image of our industry to the public.

If you would like to sponsor this year, email Carol Foster at cfoster@tntrucking.org  

Titan Transfer Terminal Visit With Senator Hagerty

Posted on by Khadejia Hupp

Pictured L-R Phillip Edwards, Titan Transfer, Donna England, TTA, Senator Bill Hagerty, Tommy Hodges, Goggin Warehousing

On November 17, 2023, a luncheon was orchestrated by Titan Transfer, Inc. with U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty, backed by Team Hagerty. This gathering served as a chance for the senator to visit with trucking industry leaders.

This event highlighted the necessity and value of collaboration between industry stakeholders and government representatives. Such interactions are key to ensuring that the trucking community’s concerns and needs are heard and understood. 

As the trucking industry navigates a complex landscape, the interaction between leaders and policymakers like Senator Hagerty underscores the industry’s commitment to advocacy and policy. It’s through these proactive endeavors that we can turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities, solidifying a prosperous future for the trucking industry.

 

Tennessee Trucking Foundation 2023 Cash Raffle Winners Video

Posted on by Khadejia Hupp

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Tennessee Trucking Foundation cash raffle held on December 14th 2023 at the Tennessee Trucking Association office in Nashville, TN. Funds from the raffle support the Foundation’s Road Team Captains and the Teens and Trucks program.

2023 Winners: 

Kristofer Adams, TCX /Temperature Control is the 1st place $15,000 winner.

Craig Kendall, The Peterbilt Store is the 2nd place $5,000 winner. 

Angie Leathers, Averitt Express, Inc. is the 3rd place $3,500 winner. 

Thank you to everyone who participated this year, and special thanks to our sponsors: Titan Transfer, Inc., Goggin Warehousing, LLC, and TCW Inc. Your support is invaluable.

View the video of this year’s raffle below created by Dave Edwards with S&E Productions. 

Averitt Partners with Radio Station to Deliver 15,000 Christmas and Holiday Cards to Soldiers Overseas

Posted on by Khadejia Hupp

DALLAS, Texas – December 19, 2023 – Averitt associates are spreading joy this holiday season by delivering more than 15,000 Christmas and Holiday cards to soldiers stationed overseas.

The effort was coordinated as part of Hawkeye & Michelle’s “10,000 for the Troops” program, organized by New Country 96.3 radio station in Dallas, Texas.
Averitt’s commitment to supporting the U.S. military was showcased through the donation of 15,101 personalized cards, far surpassing the radio station’s goal of 10,000.

As part of Averitt’s year-round Team Up Community Challenge, associates based in the company’s locations in Texas actively participated in signing cards throughout the year. Averitt’s Team Up Community Challenge is an initiative where associates volunteer with organizations throughout their local communities – a process that’s served 220+ organizations in nearly 100 communities so far.

Averitt’s involvement in the program dates back to 2022, when Averitt associates signed approximately 1,000 cards in one week after hearing about the card drive on a local radio broadcast. During the card drop-off, Averitt learned that the station was facing logistical challenges for delivering the cards. Without hesitation, Averitt’s Dallas team stepped in to help.

In 2023, Averitt became an official sponsor of the “10,000 for the Troops” program to continue to help spread holiday cheer to those serving our country abroad.
“Being far from home is challenging no matter the season, and these personalized cards serve as a connection to the warmth and love of home,” said Gary Sasser, chairman and CEO of Averitt, who served in the Marine Corps Reserves. “We want them to know that we are thinking of them and appreciate what they do for our country.”

Averitt’s commitment to giving back to the community and supporting our military is a foundational element of the company’s culture. Earlier this year, Averitt was recognized as a 2024 Top Ten Military Friendly® Employer and Military Friendly® Spouse Employer by VIQTORY.

To learn more about Averitt’s commitment to the military, visit Averitt.com/veterans.

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About Averitt:
Serving shippers for over 50 years, Averitt is a leading provider of freight transportation and supply chain management solutions with an international reach of over 100 countries. Averitt’s “Power of One” service structure provides shippers access to LTL, Truckload, Dedicated, Distribution & Fulfillment, and Integrated services that cover every link in the supply chain. Averitt’s team has been awarded the highest honors in the industry in the past year, including five Quest for Quality Awards, numerous customer awards, and a No. 1 overall ranking in MASTIO & Company’s shipper survey. Averitt’s 9,000+ associates are dedicated to delivering the most reliable services within the industry and promoting a company culture centered around people, communities, sustainability, and giving back. For more information, call 1-800-AVERITT (283-7488) or visit Averitt.com.

Adams and Reese Update – 1-2-2024

Posted on by carol

As 2023 came to a close, we are looking forward to a very active 2024 legislative session. We had an unusual 2023 legislative session with much attention at times dealing with the fallout from protests at the Capitol, battles between the legislature and the City of Nashville on oversight of the airport and Sports Authority, attempts to downsize the Metro Council, expulsions of legislators, and the horrific Covenant School shooting which resulted in a special session at the legislature in August. 

TTA was very active in 2023 with Truck PAC making over $100,000 in contributions to legislators who have supported the industry. This wouldn’t have been possible without your support. On December 13, 2023, TTA hosted a joint fundraising dinner for Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Paul Bailey and Speaker Pro Tem Pat Marsh, with many of the members of the TTA Executive Committee attending. Much thanks always to Senator Bailey, Representative Pat Marsh and other members of the legislature who have businesses associated with the industry. Only with their involvement and the staff of TTA are we able to promote the interests of TTA in the legislature. 

Also, we are still very active in regard to addressing the illegal booting and towing issues in Memphis. On a short term basis, the license of A1 Towing has been suspended and, at our request, an investigation into the towing activity has been opened by the Tennessee Attorney General’s office. On a long term basis, we are working on legislation with key legislators to prohibit this type of activity in the future. TTA will also have other issues to address once the legislature returns to session in January 2024.  

East Tennessee Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Tournament

Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Tournaments

Since the program’s inception in 1989, the Tennessee Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Classics have become a rousing success. The event has grown in size and scope as more than 2.3 million dollars has been raised for children’s charities in Tennessee and the TTF Scholarship Fund. 

Contact Carol Foster (CFoster@tntrucking.org) for more information on the event and sponsorship opportunities. 

GILES COUNTY SCALES ROADSIDE – REGISTER HERE

You are invited to participate in a Roadside Inspection conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on March 26th at the Giles County Scales on I-65 North, mile marker 5 out of Alabama -northbound side. 

Participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team.  Teams work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections.  Level I, II, and III inspections will be conducted.  It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted.  You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment are checked. 

This facility has a weigh-in-motion (WIM) scale along with a DOT reader, license plate reader, over-height, length, and width detector, and a Performance-based brake tester (PBBT).   We are very excited about this opportunity to work with the Department of Safety again at this facility. 

 The event begins at 8:00 am Central Time and concludes around 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day.  You don’t have to be a member to participate.  There will be several “visitors” present. 

If you can get away, I think you will find it to be a very enlightening experience.  Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, safety, or maintenance.  We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past.  All have gone away with valuable experience.  Lunch will also be provided for all who participate!  

 

Thank you P&S Transportation for your generous lunch sponsorship. Please RSVP to this event so we can get a headcount for food. You can RSVP above. 

 

To view a list of all upcoming roadside events click here!