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Special Coverage, Business

ATA’s New Leadership to Share Vision for Federation at Annual Conference

This week’s annual Management Conference & Exhibition, hosted by American Trucking Associations, is expected to draw a record number of attendees, including industry leaders and some of the most influential federal regulators.

September 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Outgoing Chairman Pat Thomas: Significant Accomplishments, But More to Be Done

A year ago, I stood before you in Philadelphia and accepted the title of chairman of American Trucking Associations. It has been a tremendous honor to be your chairman at such a critical time for our industry.

September 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business, Technology

Autonomous October: Two Chances to Ask Questions of the Experts

The buzz around autonomous vehicles grows louder with each passing month, and we’re devoting two significant events to this complex subject in October. And in both cases, we’re inviting your questions to be put to our experts.

September 27, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

2016 Management Conference & Exhibition Live Blog

The 2016 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition will be held at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Oct. 1-4. Make this your one-stop shop for live updates, photos, video, social media and more from the event.

September 20, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Spear to Lead First MCE as ATA President, Will Outline Vision for Federation's Future

Trucking leaders are gathering in a familiar city for American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition, but the annual meeting will have a new feel as the federation moves forward under new leadership.

September 15, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Organizers Say Mid-America Trucking Show Will Remain Annual

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Mid-America Trucking Show will maintain its annual schedule for the “foreseeable future,” the president of Exhibit Management Associates told Transport Topics.

April 4, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

ATA, HDMA Partner to Develop New Trucking Event

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — American Trucking Associations and the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association have entered into an agreement with trade show firm Messe Frankfurt Inc. to develop a new, biennial North American-based trucking and transportation event.

April 4, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Video: Attendees Share Thoughts on 2016 MATS

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A number of attendees of the 2016 Mid-America Trucking Show expressed disappointment truck manufacturers elected not to exhibit but said they still found the event worthwhile.

April 3, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Video: Driver-Focused Website TruckThat.com Attracts a Crowd

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A team of executives formerly in the fleet service field is developing an online trucking community that intends to take action and find solutions for drivers’ hottest off-duty issues.

April 3, 2016
Tradeshows, Special Coverage

2016 Mid-America Trucking Show

The 2016 Mid-America Trucking Show at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.

April 2, 2016