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We are now taking commitments for the 2025 Newsline Sponsorships. If your company would like to be a sponsor, please contact Carol Foster at (615) 777-2882 or email cfoster@tntrucking.org to reserve your edition. The cost will be $300.00 per edition with your logo and a link to your website. If you would like a banner ad linked to your website it would be $500.00 per edition. There will be a total of 24 editions this year.
THANK YOU to those that sponsored in 2024!!!
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About HOMELINK/The VGM Group
HOMELINK is an innovative national provider of integrated specialty services for the healthcare and workers' compensation industries. We provide a comprehensive offering of ancillary care products and services, including advanced clinical programs.
As a privately held, employee-owned company, HOMELINK associates are committed to delivering the very best service in the industry from referral to resolution. Backed by our proprietary technology and robust network, we provide a seamless and efficient claims experience across the entire care continuum.
Primary Contact: Megan Wyatt, National Account Executive
Email: megan.wyatt@vgm.com
Phone: (423) 946-7529
Mailing Address: 11247 Hixson Pike Soddy Daisy TN 37379
Website: http://www.vgmhomelink.com
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About CD Technology
CD Technology provides IT helpdesk and Cyber security support services to businesses across Tennessee to keep your company running efficiently and securely with response times in 20 minutes or less
Primary Contact: Thomas Hill, President/Project Manager
Email: thill@cdtechnology.com
Phone: 865-909-7606
Mailing Address: 10721 Chapman Hwy Suite 30 Seymour TN 37865
Website:https://www.CDTechnology.com
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Oral Fluid Testing & DA Clearing House Workshop | We are excited to invite you to a workshop that will address critical updates in DOT-regulated oral fluid testing and the FMCSA's Clearinghouse. This session is a must-attend to stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices. | | |
FedEx Featured in Transport Topics for Upcoming Freight Division Spin-Off | |
FedEx, a proud member of the Tennessee Trucking Association, has been spotlighted in Transport Topics for its plans to spin off its Freight division within the next 18 months.
This strategic move comes as part of a broader trend in corporate spinoffs expected to accelerate in 2025.Shares in companies that are spun off from existing firms tend to outperform the S&P 500 by an average of 10% over the subsequent 18-24 months, data compiled by Trivariate show.
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Tennessee Titans’ Tyjae Spears and Jha’Quan Jackson Volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee | Tyjae Spears and Jha’Quan Jackson from the Tennessee Titans joined the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee for a volunteer shift at their Martin Distribution Center! Their hard work helped pack 571 food boxes, providing 6,186 meals for Partner Agencies. | | | |
Rockwood Sustainable Solutions Expands with New Satellite Office in Huntsville, Alabama | |
We’re excited to share that Rockwood Sustainable Solutions, a valued member of the Tennessee Trucking Association, has opened a new satellite office in Huntsville, Alabama!
This expansion will support local haulers and businesses in achieving sustainability goals, such as reducing landfill waste and working toward zero waste.
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Prairie Farms Dairy's Sam Schwoeppe Featured in National Milk Producers Federation Spotlight | |
We are excited to highlight Sam Schwoeppe, a valued member of our association and Prairie Farms Dairy, who was recently featured in a spotlight on the National Milk Producers Federation website. As a fourth-generation dairy farmer and Director of Business Partnerships at Fresh Connect Central, Sam has dedicated herself to addressing food insecurity by providing nutritious milk to communities in need.
Through her work with Feeding America and Prairie Farms Dairy, Sam ensures that families across the country have access to the essential nutrients found in milk.
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Averitt Opens New Dothan, AL Service Center
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Averitt has completed its new service center in the Dothan, AL, area, enhancing capacity, security, and associate amenities. The facility will be open on Jan. 10, 2025.
Compared to the previous location in Dothan, the new service center features over three times the previous dock space, expanded parking for more than 200 trailers, and increased office space to support operational needs. Enhanced security measures include electric fencing, motion-sensor lighting, a security badge system for all doors, and automatic gates equipped with advanced cameras.
Additional improvements include added fuel pumps, a dedicated conference room, and an upgraded dock operational hub. These enhancements support the operational needs of associates while improving functionality across the facility.
Averitt’s new service center is located at 4261 Mance Newton Rd, Midland City, AL.
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Call for Nominations: 2025 Women In Trucking Driver of the Year Award | |
We’re excited to share that Women In Trucking is now accepting nominations for the prestigious Driver of the Year award, sponsored by Walmart! This annual award recognizes exceptional female professional drivers who set the standard for safety while positively enhancing the public image of the trucking industry.
Nominate a deserving driver by January 31 for this incredible honor. The winner will be celebrated at the 2025 Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event during the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) on March 28. Don’t miss the chance to highlight the achievements of the women driving our industry forward!
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California Withdraws Some Requests for Tighter Climate Rules | State regulators said the measures would probably have been rejected by the Trump administration and that they would focus on homegrown legal strategies instead. | | |
Judge finds Nashville's transit plan 'valid and legal' | A Davidson County chancery court judge declared Nashville's Choose How You Move transit plan "valid and legal." | | |
As Congress Kicks off, the Fight for Pro-Trucking Policies is on | |
The 119th Congress has officially kicked off, creating a clean legislative slate for new and returning Senators and Representatives.
Over the next two years, lawmakers are expected to tackle key challenges ranging from taxes and tariffs to energy, environment, labor, and infrastructure.
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Holiday Online Sales Hit a Record $241 Billion in US | Transport Topics | U.S. e-commerce spending rose 9% to a record $241 billion over the holiday period, sparked by widespread discounts, according to data from Adobe. | | | |
INVESTING IN AMERICA: NHTSA Announces $171 Million in Grants to 19 States and Territories to Upgrade Crash Data Collection Systems | NHTSA | |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today announced $171 million in grants to 19 states and territories to upgrade and standardize their crash data systems.
The system upgrades will improve the accuracy, timeliness, and accessibility of fatality information, including data about pedestrians and cyclists, through enhanced intrastate data sharing and electronic transfers to NHTSA.
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ATA names 5 drivers as national finalists for Driver of the Year Award | WASHINGTON - The American Trucking Associations has announced the five professional truck driver finalists for the 2024 ATA National Driver of the Year | | | |
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IRS increases the standard mileage rate for business use in 2025
On December 19, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued the 2025 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Beginning on January 1, 2025, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) are:
- 70 cents per mile driven for business use, up 3 cents from 2024.
- 21 cents per mile driven for medical purposes, the same as last year.
- 21 cents per mile driven for moving purposes for qualified active-duty members of the Armed Forces, the same as last year.
- 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations; the rate is set by statute and remains unchanged from 2024.
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TARGET ON SAFETY - Just as important as vehicle maintenance is having the right gear to get you through the most severe winter conditions. Some states require trucks to carry chains or cables during certain months, and they may mandate which axle(s) require chaining and the use of specific traction devices. Before setting out, make sure you know the laws in the states where you are traveling.
TN State Law 55-9-102 (2) (B) addresses every truck tractor and says they should carry One (1) set of tire chains for vehicles likely to encounter conditions requiring them.
In unfavorable conditions, it is especially important to inspect your vehicle before you get on the road. First, remember cold weather lowers battery power, so be sure yours is in good shape before the cold conditions take over. Also, for fifth wheel lubrication, make sure you are using a winter-grade product – summer-grade lubricant in low temperatures could cause steering issues. Ensure there is proper winter coolant in your radiator and there are no leaks. Check to make sure the heater, defroster and wiper blades are all in proper working order, because if you have not used these things in a year or more, there is no guarantee they will be functioning when you really need them! Most importantly, check your tires. Winter roads already provide very little traction, so decent tread depth is critical.
Don’t crowd a snowplow or travel beside the truck. Snowplows travel slowly, make side turns, stop often, overleap lanes, and exit the road frequently. If you find yourself behind a snowplow, stay far enough behind and use caution if you pass it.
The bottom line in winter driving is to think ahead about safety, be prepared and know your own limitations. You have heard it a thousand times, but in bad conditions, increase your following distance, make smooth downshifts and take extra caution when traveling on ramps, bridges and overpasses. You have control over your own vehicle, but the driver next to you may not. Your best bet is to stay as far away from other vehicles as possible. It’s better to be safe than sorry; that is, better your load is delivered late than not delivered at all, so make your best judgment!
What are the Three Ps of Safe Winter Driving?
1. Prepare for the trip 2. Protect Yourself 3. Prevent crashes on the road
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Marty Pollock, Director of Safety
Tennessee Trucking Association
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Spotlight on Lindsey Gist: Billy White Technician Scholarship Recipient | The Tennessee Trucking Foundation is proud to spotlight Lindsey Gist, a deserving recipient of the Billy White Technician Scholarship! | | | |
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Scholarship Applications Open Now! | |
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee scholarship application is now open!
This is a wonderful opportunity for students to secure financial support for their educational goals. The application will remain open until February 1, 2025, so be sure to spread the word to eligible students in your network!
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Tennessee Trucking Foundation Contribution
Want to make a contribution to our Foundation? You can easily donate to the foundation on our website. Thank you to all who support our Foundation's mission.
- Advancing highway safety
- Educating the public through programs designed to make our roads safer
- Providing Tennessee children’s charities with funds to improve the lives of our state’s children
- The TTF Scholarship, administered annually by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Visit the website to donate.
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