Arkansas Trucking Association

The word “admire” is derived from the Latin word “admirar,” which means “to wonder at.” This year’s class of Arkansas Money & Politics’ “Most Admired Companies” truly inspire wonder — wonder at the fact that these companies have grown from …

Gatik may not have the trucking industry street cred and name recognition of Peterbilt or Kenworth, but that could soon change in a big way. The California-based company announced in January that it had become “the first company in North …

Several of Arkansas’ professional associations are coming off a very brisk general session last year, underscoring the critical role lobbying plays in the business of bringing member and industry concerns to the attention of lawmakers. “I would describe the 2025 …

The trucking industry is a rocky road, and there are many complicated issues pervasive in the ever-changing industry. Currently, trucking is experiencing a difficult period in Arkansas and across the country when it comes to economic pressures. A study released …

Director of Operations, Arkansas Trucking Association   What makes an influencer, in your opinion? Someone who makes doing hard things seem attainable.   What is one thing you would change about your industry or field? People are beginning to recognize …

Jessie King, a professional truck driver for FedEx Freight and an Arkansas Road Team captain for the Arkansas Trucking Association, was the first individual to be awarded a national Change Leader Award from the American Trucking Association. The award usually …

Drivewyze, a leader in connected truck services has announced that the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and the Arkansas Trucking Association (ATA) have collaborated to provide free in-cab safety alerts for commercial truck drivers traveling on Arkansas interstates and freeways. …

Arkansas Money & Politics is proud to introduce its list of Influencers for 2024, those who inspire us all to reach higher, achieve more and improve things in our communities. Within this list, find leaders in the corporate, nonprofit and public-service …

The Arkansas Trucking Association, which represents more than 330 trucking and service companies, has pointed to a new report by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) as evidence of excessive towing rates and predatory practices by providers. The report notes …

Pushing for better policies and a better image for Arkansas truckers, Shannon Newton manages the large and small of the Arkansas Trucking Association. Her’s might not be the face you picture when you first hear the title, “president of the …