Events & Education

How technology can help carriers easily search for and book loads, without having to make a ton of phone calls to brokers.

Join FMCSA leadership to discuss the new National Roadway Safety Strategy, the Biden-Harris Administration Trucking Action Plan, and other key trucking-related policy updates.

The annual PKY Truck Beauty Championship kicks off the show truck season with the largest grouping of show trucks in the country, all vying for honors in the country's premier truck beauty show. The event, which has become a star attraction at the Mid-America Trucking Show, celebrates North America's heavy-duty, working show trucks. Look for the trucks in Lot "J" behind the West Wing.

Real-time visibility has been a supply chain and logistics buzz phrase for the last couple of years, but what does it actually mean? Transportation technology companies have different standards when it comes to "real-time." Fleet management platforms can now provide LIVE Supply Chain visibility - meaning instant and continual visibility into your fleet's operations. This event will focus on LIVE Supply Chain and why fleets are depending on technology to optimize fleet operations and reduce operational costs.

FMCSA has partnered with the Department of Labor to lay the groundwork for focusing on the next generation of truck drivers. This session includes emphasis on the potential of Registered Apprenticeship programs in the trucking industry and will feature a panel discussion of industry leaders who took the Administration’s 90-Day Apprenticeship Challenge in partnership with FASTPORT to utilize this powerful recruitment and retention tool for drivers at this critical time.

Expediting isn't just trucking, it's a lifestyle; Expediting isn't just a lifestyle, it's an adventure; Expediting isn't just an adventure, it's a job; Expediting isn't just a job, it's a business.

Why every trucker needs to think like an entrepreneur: Join CloudTrucks CEO and founder Tobenna Arodiogbu and industry influencer Clarissa Rankin for a discussion on the current paradigm shift happening within the transportation and freight-tech industries. Business tools that have traditionally been reserved for mega-carriers are now in reach to every owner-operator in the contiguous United States. The potential to maximize revenue, lower costs, and improve cash flow is more accessible than ever with CloudTrucks’ ‘business in a box’ solution for independent truckers and small fleet owners.

Professional drivers are needed now more than ever. As a result, companies are investing millions in new technologies to help pro drivers better navigate their routes – making them more efficient and safer. From increased driver assistance technologies to real-time traffic and weather down the road, we’ll go through the latest trends in navigation from around the globe and focus on what drivers can expect here at home. And what’s the deal with self-driving trucks?

The long-running Partners in Business program is a coproduction of Overdrive magazine and the owner-operator business consultants and tax specialists at ATBS. The owner-op business-focused program here launches the 2022 update of its in-depth business manual and returns live for a presentation and Q&A with ATBS Vice President Mike Hosted and Overdrive Extra contributor and owner-op coach Gary Buchs. Hosted will present short- and long-term business trends with year-end 2021 revenue, cost and income performance derived from ATBS owner-operator clientele in independent and leased dry van, refrigerated and flatbed segments. The numbers provide benchmarks against which to measure your operation, also providing a springboard for discussion of business best practices – never more useful in a time of both rising rates and big inflationary pressures on costs all around. Maintaining the delicate balance between the two will be key to continued success.

The National Transportation Safety Board states that cameras in commercial vehicles are now one of the most wanted road safety upgrades. However, a top concern for fleet safety managers is addressing driver pushback around installing in-cab cameras. Most drivers, understandably, feel that this would be a “big-brother” scenario – a major invasion of privacy. The good news is that nearly all drivers come around to acceptance. Based on real-world cases, we’ve outlined some best practices to help drivers get on board with cameras.

Why creating a formal group will benefit all members. How the Trucking Solutions Group has stayed together while meeting weekly for 14 years.

Come join Brent Hutto of Truckstop.com and Todd Amen of ATBS to learn what it takes to become the 1% of truck drivers who achieve their dream of starting their own owner-operator business. This one-hour session provides insight to help you bring home more money.

Is your trucking operation not performing to the level you know it can be? Learn how improving your Stakeholder Satisfaction, Intentional Culture, Resource Efficiency, and Risk Management can set your fleet up for success.

Covering how to spec the correct truck to go with the correct trailer for the type of loads that will be moved.

10 important tips for running a profitable and successful trucking business.

4146 Park Blvd, Louisville, KY 40209, Enter GATE D

FREE truck parking for class 7-8 trucks (no hook-ups), regular shuttles to and from the convention center, hot showers, portable restrooms, and more

The annual PKY Truck Beauty Championship kicks off the show truck season with the largest grouping of show trucks in the country, all vying for honors in the country's premier truck beauty show. The event, which has become a star attraction at the Mid-America Trucking Show, celebrates North America's heavy-duty, working show trucks. Look for the trucks in Lot "J" behind the West Wing.

Taking that next step, whether buying a truck or moving to get your own authority, is a big decision. While it definitely opens the door for more income and opportunities, it also presents a greater risk for potential failure. Before you make that final decision, it is important to consider which business structure will work best for your type of operation and what taxes you will be responsible for. Barry Fowler, an enrolled agent and CEO of Taxation Solutions, will answer these questions and more in order to help both those who are looking to become an owner-operator and those who already are an owner-operator.

The custom trucks have been judged, now it’s time to celebrate these works of art and crown the winners. All attendees are invited to Awards Ceremony where the winners of each class will be announced, along with Best of Show, People’s Choice, and other awards.

Small fleets and owner-operators are the lifeblood of America. These important carriers transport the goods we rely on, but they still face problems every day. Learn how we’ve designed a way for these vital small businesses to thrive now and in the future.

Split sleeper is a huge concern in the industry. Drivers seem to not fully understand it and therefore don't use it. I will cover what it is and how to use it to maximize the miles a truck gets while running 100% in compliance with all regulations.

Clean Air Fleet will host a roundtable discussion with industry professionals who have effectively deleted their maintenance issues related to poor quality fuel by using premium spec diesel fuel and high efficiency fuel and oil filtration systems.

With fleet managers discussing before and after effects on downtime by upgrading to premium fuel and filtration, with real results of how fuel and oil cleanliness and quality affect engines and emission systems, and bottom line profitability.

As an owner operator, you spend a lot of time on your own while out on the road. So how do you find and make connections to build your book of business or feel a sense of community with other drivers?
In this session, we will hear stories from other owner operators on how they build connections with other drivers to feel connected on the road, how they connect with brokers build their broker network and secure more loads, and the role technology can play in helping to form connections and build relationships.
 

As a truck driver, you cannot get away from the need to be sitting. You cannot get up when you want and stretch your back or legs. Learn 4 vital moves every driver needs to be doing to keep their body happy, mobile, and pain-free.