The Trucking Alliance

The trucking industry moves America forward, but rising insurance costs and unpredictable legal rulings are making it harder for businesses—especially small trucking companies—to survive. Large motor carrier liability claims are often handled in state courts, where laws and verdicts vary significantly. This inconsistency can lead to massive payouts known as “nuclear verdicts”, which drive up insurance costs across the entire industry. As a result, small trucking businesses suffer the most, facing skyrocketing premiums and fewer insurance options, making it even harder for them to stay afloat. A more consistent legal approach could help create a fairer and more predictable system. Federal courts already oversee motor carrier regulations, making them a natural venue for large trucking liability cases. A uniform system could help stabilize insurance rates, protect small trucking companies from unsustainable costs, and ensure a balanced legal process that keeps the industry strong and the supply chain moving. The conversation around interstate commerce and trucking liability continues—what do you think? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️ #Trucking #Transportation #TruckingIndustry #InterstateCommerce #SupplyChain

New statistics show a significant decline in fatal crashes involving large trucks, signaling a positive step forward for road safety. The trucking industry’s support for adopting smarter regulations, advanced technologies, and stronger accountability measures has played a critical role in reducing risks on the road. Investing in safety helps protect not only drivers but everyone who shares the highway. 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀. ✔️ Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) enforce hours-of-service limits so drivers don’t exceed their hours behind the wheel, reducing the risk of drowsy driving accidents. ✔️ The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse ensures that drivers with prior drug or alcohol violations are kept off the road, improving overall fleet safety. ✔️ Additionally, speed limiters—which are widely implemented across the industry—help regulate truck speeds, and ✔️ Advanced safety technologies like automatic braking, lane departure warnings, and collision avoidance systems are proving to be valuable tools in accident prevention. While this data reflects meaningful progress, maintaining and improving road safety requires ongoing dedication. The trucking industry has the opportunity to build on these successes and further reduce crash rates. A strong focus on safety-driven innovations will help save more lives on our highways. #Trucking #TruckingSafety #Transportation #HighwaySafety #TruckDrivers #ELDs #SpeedLimiters

A 2023 study found that hair testing is 𝟏𝟒𝐱 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 at detecting drug use among truck drivers than traditional urine tests. Researchers analyzed 76,622 pre-employment drug tests and confirmed that urine testing fails to catch many drug users, putting roadway safety at risk. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: 🔎 𝟐𝟒𝐱 more opioid users detected 🔎 𝟐𝟑𝐱 more cocaine users detected 🔎 𝟏𝟑𝐱 more amphetamine/methamphetamine users detected Despite overwhelming evidence, the DOT still refuses to recognize hair test results in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. The Trucking Alliance continues to push for stronger drug screening to ensure safer roads for all. Read More Here: https://bit.ly/4iFv8Bv View The 2023 Study: https://bit.ly/3DN2lLo #TruckingSafety #RoadSafety #HairTesting #TruckingIndustry

Since 1963, KLLM Transport Services has been a leader in temperature-controlled trucking, delivering perishable commodities from coast to coast. As one of the largest refrigerated truckload carriers in the U.S., KLLM provides a full suite of transportation solutions, including Over the Road, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal, and Logistics Services, ensuring reliable and efficient supply chain management. KLLM is committed to long-term partnerships, customer satisfaction, and enhancing highway safety. As a proud member of The Trucking Alliance, they share our mission of improving safety for commercial drivers and the motoring public. 👏 🚚

The trucking industry plays a vital role in keeping America’s supply chain moving. However, skyrocketing insurance premiums and unpredictable legal rulings have placed significant financial pressure on small trucking businesses, making it harder for them to operate. Swipe for what you need to know about interstate commerce and trucking liability! ➡️ As the trucking industry evolves, discussions on liability, fairness, and economic impact will continue to shape the future of interstate commerce. 🚛💨 #Trucking #Transportation #TruckingIndustry #InterstateCommerce #SupplyChain

Today, we stop to reflect on our nation’s historical leaders. We can also salute our citizens who contribute to our nation’s success in other ways. For example, the men and women in transportation and logistics who serve our economy 24 hours, 7 days a week; leaders who ensure that products reach their destinations safely and help our communities thrive. Leaders are all around us. Let’s celebrate our past presidents, and all of our nation’s resilient men and women. 🚚💨 Happy President’s Day! #PresidentsDay #TruckingAlliance #TruckingIndustry #Leadership #MovingAmerica

We ❤️ our truckers for keeping America moving, mile after mile. You’re the real MVPs! Delivering the goods that keep our world turning. Thank you for your dedication and hard work. The Trucking Alliance wishes you all a sweet and safe Valentine’s Day on the road! 💌 #HappyValentinesDay

Researchers at the University of Central Arkansas studied more than 235,000 matched pre-employment hair and urine drug test results across eight racial-ethnic groups, to determine if either test showed racial bias. Their findings? All eight racial groups consistently failed the hair drug test more frequently than a urine test, but at similar percentages, showing no signs of racial bias or discrimination. For a detailed breakdown of the research, take a look at the full statement here: https://bit.ly/3N42XO7

Trucking has a duty to protect the public! 🚛 In 1980, the federal government required trucking companies to have $𝟳𝟱𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 in liability insurance to cover the medical costs of crash victims, if at fault. Inflation would make that amount $𝟮.𝟴 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. The trucking industry is woefully underinsured. The Department of Transportation should raise the minimum insurance amount required of motor carriers. 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆. 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲. #TruckingSafety #FairCompensation #InsuranceReform #TruckingAlliance #RoadSafety

Bison Transport is proud to have been announced as the "2024 PECO Pallet Carrier of the Year," recognized for exceptional performance in the transportation sector. As one of North America’s largest providers of rental pallet services, PECO Pallet, Inc. partners with third-party trucking firms to ensure timely and efficient delivery of their signature red nine-block pallets across the beverage, grocery, and consumer products industries. Bison stood out among operators in Canada, providing superior quality truckload transportation services for PECO's North American pooled rental pallet network.