Editorial CommentaryThe views expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of FreightWaves or its staff. 2025 is almost behind us, and it has been a tumultuous year for the American trucking industry, as major policy changes coming from the Trump Administration have shaken it to the frame rails. […]
The ‘driver shortage’ myth might finally die.
When adjusted for inflation, truck driver wages have grown 1.1% in 15 years.
The trucking industry finds itself mired in one of the most protracted freight recessions on record, a predicament exacerbated by a flood of capacity that has outstripped demand. This surplus stems from an industry with negligible barriers to entry, where supply can readily overshoot, challenging the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) persistent claim of a perpetual […]
Advantages of hydrogen-electric trucks were touted at Senate hearing while ATA warned against aggressive timelines.
The latest freight congestion data builds a case for better targeting of billions of dollars in new government infrastructure money.
Republican lawmakers blame the Biden-backed $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill for boosting inflation and vow to step up oversight on how the money is spent.
The EPA’s new tailpipe emissions standard raises implementation concerns from engine makers — and cost concerns from truckers.
La decisión crea un posible bloqueo para programas de peaje similares en todo el país
A federal judge has ruled that Rhode Island’s “RhodeWorks” toll system discriminates against trucks and is unconstitutional.
The agency’s acting administrator updated Congress on the status of the agency’s rulemakings at her nomination hearing.
OSHA extends compliance deadlines for its vaccination mandate to Jan. 10 and Feb. 9 as ATA takes the fight to the Supreme Court.
Eleanor Holmes-Norton will run for chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to replace the retiring Peter DeFazio.
Eight California Republicans are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to suspend or eliminate regulations and declare a state of emergency to address the supply chain crisis.
Congress approves provisions allowing under-21 truck drivers – as well as guidance on truck brokers and freight dispatchers – in a five-year highway bill that is part of a larger $1.2 trillion infrastructure package.
Richard Trumka insisted that the economy depends on getting an infrastructure bill passed.
“NTDC is annually one of the highlights of the ATA calendar, and we are very happy to bring the ‘Super Bowl of Safety’ back in this virtual format”
A VMT user fee has support from “Secretary Pete” — but not from trucking.
A Senate hearing on freight mobility includes a dispute over hours-of-service rules for truckers
On this episode of Taking the Hire Road Jeremy Reymer, Founder and CEO of DriverReach, speaks with Chris Spear, president & CEO of the American Trucking Associations, about a diverse range of topics including ATA’s role in truckers being recognized as essential, the industry’s image, and working on the industry’s agenda with a new administration.
An American Transportation Research Institute study finds the cost to deploy and collect a vehicle-miles-traveled tax would be 300 times more than the current fuel tax.
Trucking groups OOIDA, WSTA and ATA condemn the violent attack on the U.S. Capitol, call for truckers to focus on policy, not politics.
If truck-specific tolls are set there, expect the practice to spread to other states, group head tells virtual meeting
Congress expected to approve package that could help avoid permanent shutdowns
DMV flexibility, coronavirus testing among requests as potential for supply chain disruption grows.
State’s monthly toll collections from trucks now exceeding $1.5 million.
ATRI’s annual study finds significant congestion up 92% in five years.
Opposition from safety advocates could mean rough road to inclusion in highway bill.
Database of test results seen as rate booster while unseated trucks pose risk to operations.
CEO Craig Fuller provides exclusive industry insights found only on FreightWavesTV.
Confidence elevated after Trump decides to meet with Vice Premier.
CEO Chris Spear leading a behind-the-scenes approach to influencing White House.
American Trucking Associations President & CEO Chris Spear sits down with Craig Fuller on this episode of Fuller Speed Ahead.
Labor Department says drivers do not have to be paid for time spent in sleeper berth.
Mexico became the first country to ratify the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) when its Senate approved it by a vote of 114 in favor to 4 against on June 19. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador described the ratification as “very good news.” “We celebrate the approval in the Senate of the [USMCA], to maintain […]
White House receives guidelines but DOT, FMCSA still must sign off.
Capitol Hill hearing took on lease-purchase agreements, truck size and weights
President walks out abruptly following cover-up allegations
No signs yet on agreement on how to pay for it.
Speaking at the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) 2nd Annual Economic Summit on Thursday in Washington, DC, ATA President & CEO Chris Spear touted the accomplishments of the association but told attendees now is not the time to become complacent.
ATA president Chris Spear addressing the crowd at the annual 2018 NAFC.
