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Wreaths Across America Announces Relaunch of its Virtual Convoy

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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COLUMBIA FALLS, Me., and LOUISVILLE, Ky, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, as part of the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Wreaths Across America (WAA) proudly relaunches its virtual convoy program, “Truckloads of Remembrance,” for 2024.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Me., and LOUISVILLE, Ky, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, as part of the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Wreaths Across America (WAA) proudly relaunches its virtual convoy program, “Truckloads of Remembrance,” for 2024.
  • With the participation of 36 state trucking associations in its inaugural year, the 2023 virtual convoy facilitated the sponsorship of 7,129 veterans’ wreaths – nearly two full trailer loads – for placement on National Wreaths Across America Day.
  • Through Truckloads of Remembrance, WAA seeks to fill a virtual tractor-trailer load of sponsored veterans’ wreaths from each of the 50 states.
  • Since 2007, Wreaths Across America has given back $25 million to various charities, veteran service organizations, youth groups and industry associations through its Sponsorship Group Program!

The Bennett Family of Companies Proud to Announce Launch of 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Truckload Carriers Association Truckload2024 Conference

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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MCDONOUGH, Ga., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Bennett Family of Companies proudly announces the launch of its 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Truckload Carriers Association Truckload2024 conference today, commemorating half a century of Faith, Family and Freight in the transportation and logistics industry from 1974-2024.

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  • The Bennett Family of Companies proudly announces the launch of its 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Truckload Carriers Association Truckload2024 conference today, commemorating half a century of Faith, Family and Freight in the transportation and logistics industry from 1974-2024.
  • MCDONOUGH, Ga., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Bennett Family of Companies proudly announces the launch of its 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Truckload Carriers Association Truckload2024 conference today, commemorating half a century of Faith, Family and Freight in the transportation and logistics industry from 1974-2024.
  • The Bennett Family of Companies proudly announces the launch of its 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Truckload Carriers Association Truckload2024 conference today, commemorating half a century of Faith, Family and Freight in the transportation and logistics industry from 1974-2024.
  • The event showcased the remarkable journey of the Bennett Family of Companies over the past five decades and set the stage for a year-long celebration.

Women In Trucking Association Announces 2024 Drivers of the Year

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.

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  • The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • The 2024 Drivers of the Year are:
    The announcement was made during the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event, hosted by WIT at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, KY.
  • The event honors female commercial drivers for their efforts and successes in the trucking industry.

Truckstop Survey Indicates Carriers Increased Workload to Stay Profitable

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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BOISE, Idaho, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heading into the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), Truckstop conducted an online survey to more than 2,000 of their carrier customers which found that they had to work harder in 2023 to stay profitable.

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  • Despite the decrease in fuel expenses leading to lower costs per mile, over 60% of carriers have identified insurance costs as a significant challenge.
  • Furthermore, the vast majority of carriers underscored the importance of continuously exploring strategies to protect themselves from fraud and theft within the freight industry.
  • "Carriers face a multitude of business challenges every day including volatile market conditions, fraudulent activities and fluctuating profit margins," said Kendra Tucker, chief executive officer, Truckstop.
  • Additionally, Truckstop is offering new customers (attending the show) $50 off for their first three months of Load Board Pro.

Pencilwrench to Showcase Innovative Documentation Solutions for the Commercial Trucking Industry

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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 RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pencilwrench, a leading provider of documentation solutions for the transportation industry, is excited to participate as an exhibitor in the upcoming 2024 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS). Located at Booth # 64202 throughout the expo, this year's event occurs March 21st – 23rd, 2024 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY.

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  • Pencilwrench, a leading provider of documentation solutions for the transportation industry, is excited to participate as an exhibitor in the upcoming 2024 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS).
  • Pencilwrench empowers technicians to compose clear, concise, and compliant event descriptions in seconds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with OEM requirements.
  • "Pencilwrench is thrilled to be a part of MATS 2024 and to have the opportunity to showcase our innovative documentation solutions for the trucking industry", said Joe McCue, VP of Dealer Experience at Pencilwrench, a StoneEagle Company.
  • For more information about Pencilwrench and its innovative documentation solutions, visit www.pencilwrench.com

MCI USA Convention Division Proudly Welcomes New Client Exhibit Management Associates, Inc. - Mid-America Trucking Show

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MCI USA's convention division is pleased to partner with Exhibit Management Associates, Inc. (EMA), providing registration and lead management services for the Mid-America Trucking Show.

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  • MCI USA's convention division is pleased to partner with Exhibit Management Associates, Inc. (EMA), providing registration and lead management services for the Mid-America Trucking Show.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MCI USA's convention division is pleased to partner with Exhibit Management Associates, Inc. (EMA), providing registration and lead management services for the Mid-America Trucking Show.
  • "MCI USA is thrilled to welcome a new relationship with EMA by providing registration and lead management services on the Mid-America Trucking Show," said Chris Williams, SVP, registration and housing, MCI USA.
  • For more than 50 years, EMA's principal event, the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), has set the standard for events in the trucking industry.

ATRI SEEKS TRUCK DRIVER INPUT ON THE IMPACTS OF LEGALIZED MARIJUANA ON TRUCKING

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today launched a driver survey to better understand the impacts of state laws legalizing marijuana on the trucking industry and its workforce.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today launched a driver survey to better understand the impacts of state laws legalizing marijuana on the trucking industry and its workforce.
  • ATRI first deployed this survey in-person at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, KY last week where over 300 drivers completed the survey.
  • ATRI has now placed the survey online for additional driver input.
  • "Driver input is a critical component of ATRI's research and this newest survey is no exception," said ATRI President Rebecca Brewster.

Bass Named Women In Trucking Association's 2023 Driver of the Year

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Saturday, April 1, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Mary "Candy" Bass, professional driver at Transport Designs, Inc., as the winner of the fourth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.

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  • The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Mary "Candy" Bass, professional driver at Transport Designs, Inc., as the winner of the fourth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Mary "Candy" Bass, professional driver at Transport Designs, Inc., as the winner of the fourth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • The other finalists include Ally Cooper, professional driver, Penske Logistics and Ann McFarland, company driver, Leonard's Express.
  • "That's why Walmart is proud to sponsor the Women In Trucking 'Driver Of The Year Award' since it was created.

Cobra Teams Up with BlueParrott to Enhance CB Communication with the Best Possible Sound on CB Radio

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cobra Electronics, the leading designer and marketer of award-winning automotive, mobile and consumer electronics, today announced a partnership with BlueParrott, a leader in wireless headset technology, to provide a push-to-talk (PTT) function optimized for use with the 75 All Road – Cobra's revolutionary new wireless CB radio. Hot on the heels of 75 All Road's launch, the partnership with BlueParrott will deliver unparalleled clarity, convenience, and safety for professional and recreational drivers who rely on effective communication while on the road.

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  • Combining BlueParrott's industry-leading noise-cancelling technology and Cobra's first dual-mode AM/FM CB with Digital Signal Processing (DSP), users can expect the clearest sound quality for both transmit and receive functions.
  • "BlueParrott's noise-cancelling headset technology is exceptional, and we are thrilled to partner with them to bring our users the best possible sound quality."
  • Both BlueParrott and Cobra will be exhibiting their respective headsets and 75 All Road CB radio at the Mid America Trucking Show (MATS) from March 30 to April 1.
  • Attendees can stop by BlueParrott booth #17240 and Cobra booth #17176 in the North Wing to demo the products in person.

TRUCKSTOP SURVEY REVEALS HIGH JOB SATISFACTION BY OWNER-OPERATORS DESPITE INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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BOISE, Idaho, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Timed to gauge the pulse of the trucking industry as drivers head to the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), a Truckstop commissioned survey of 500 U.S.-based owner-operator truck drivers indicates that trucking professionals are increasingly satisfied with their profession even as they work through many critical, common challenges. MATS, held in Louisville, Kentucky, is the largest annual trade show dedicated to the heavy-duty trucking industry.

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  • MATS, held in Louisville, Kentucky, is the largest annual trade show dedicated to the heavy-duty trucking industry.
  • Close to two-thirds (65%) of owner-operators surveyed are currently extremely satisfied with their job and more than half (57%) say they are much more satisfied now compared to in 2021.
  • "We recognize that owner-operators face a number of business challenges on a daily basis," said Kendra Tucker, chief executive officer, Truckstop.
  • Additionally, Truckstop is offering new customers (attending the show) one month free of Load Board Pro.