Trucking news and briefs for Tuesday, April 29, 2025:
ATA recognizes fleets for safety, security
The American Trucking Associations’ Safety Management Council last week recognized several fleets and industry leaders for their dedication to safety both on the road and in the workplace.
“For trucking, safety isn’t just a box to check – it’s at the heart of what we do. These professionals lead by example, showing what real dedication and attention to detail looks like day in and day out,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “Congratulations to the recipients of this award as well as to every nominee. They reflect the high standards and integrity that define our industry.”
The winners were recognized at ATA’s 2025 Safety, Security & Human Resources National Conference & Exhibition in Louisville, Kentucky.
They include:
President’s Trophy - Sponsored by Great West Casualty Company
- Over 100 Million Miles – Roehl Transport (CCJ Top 250, No. 60), Marshfield, Wisconsin
- Between 25 – 100 Million Miles – Bulkmatic LLC (No. 186), Griffith, Indiana
- Under 25 Million Miles – Talon Logistics, Harmony, Pennsylvania
2024 ATA National Driver of the Year
- Thomas Miller, Prime Inc. (No. 16), Missouri Trucking Association
2024 National Safety Director – Sponsored by DMC Insurance
- Ronnie Holland, TCW, Inc.
2024 Excellence in Safety – Sponsored by Great West Casualty Company
- Illinois Trucking Association
In addition to the safety recognition, ATA’s Transportation Security Council recognized several fleets for their commitment to trucking industry security and loss prevention efforts.
“Trucking is an industry of frontline responders who make it a priority to keep the public and our customers safe,” said ATA President and CEO Chris Spear. “Having a strong commitment to security – whether its preventing theft, crime, or terrorism – is an important responsibility for our industry, and these carriers have shown tremendous dedication to it.”
The winners include:
- ATA Excellence in Security – ABF Freight (No. 15)
- ATA Excellence in Claims & Loss Prevention – Old Dominion Freight Line (No. 9)
Volvo, Mack trucks recalled for potential engine stall issue
Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks are recalling a combined 105 trucks in which the idler gear bracket fasteners may have been improperly tightened, allowing the idler gear to detach from the engine. A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Affected models include approximately 102 model year 2022-‘25 legacy Volvo VN and 2025 new Volvo VN trucks, and approximately three model year 2025 Mack Anthem units.
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586 with recall number RVXX2504, and Mack Trucks’ customer service at 1-800-866-1177 with recall number SC0477.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall number for the Volvo recall is 25V-257, and for the Mack recall is 25V-256.
Trimac announces leadership team updates
Trimac (CCJ Top 250, No. 62) last week announced updates to its executive leadership team aimed at enhancing its strategic direction and aiding business transformation. The company said these leadership appointments focus on advancing operational efficiencies, strengthening talent and resource allocation and expanding Trimac’s reach through organic and acquisition-related growth.
The company introduced the following executive leadership changes:
Dan Carpenter has been appointed to Senior Vice President, Corporate Development & Integration. A long-standing contributor to Trimac’s growth strategy, Carpenter brings deep experience in leading complex transactions and post-deal integration. In this expanded role, he will oversee the team responsible for sourcing, evaluating and integrating mergers and acquisitions across Canada and the United States, ensuring continued long-term value creation through strategic growth.
Shantel Lockett has been promoted to Vice President, Controller. Lockett has played a pivotal role in overseeing financial reporting and internal controls, and her promotion reflects both her exceptional leadership and strong commitment to operational excellence. She sits as Chair of Trimac’s Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Belonging Council, where she leads efforts in driving cultural transformation across the organization. In her new role, she will further strengthen Trimac’s financial integrity while supporting the company’s long-term growth.
Chantel Loftus has been promoted to Vice President, Corporate Development. Since joining Trimac, Loftus has played a key role in Trimac’s acquisition-related growth and brings strategic insight and rigour to the company’s corporate development efforts. In her expanded role, she will lead initiatives to identify and evaluate new growth opportunities, support acquisition strategies and advance key company priorities.
Love’s rebrands alt-fuel subsidiary
Love's last week announced that its alternative fuel subsidiary brand Trillium Energy Solutions will be rebranded as Love’s Alternative Energy. The move is part of an effort to streamline and maximize Love’s brand equity across driver-facing offerings in the marketplace, the company said.
“As alternative energy solutions continue to grow, this rebrand is a natural evolution of Trillium’s legacy, and expansion of the Love’s value proposition to provide customer segments with fueling options at public and private facilities across the U.S. and Canada,” said Ryan Erickson, vice president of Alternative Energy for Love’s. “Trillium brings more than 30 years of experience serving customers in the refuse and transit space, while Love’s has strong relationships with fleets and the public traveling across America’s highways. That’s a powerful combination for fleet operators and motorists looking to reduce costs and emissions.”
The company also announced last week the acquisition of 44 public and private compressed natural gas stations from U.S. Energy. This brings the CNG dispensing network to 107 locations nationwide and in Canada. All of the U.S. CNG station are supplied with 100% renewable natural gas (RNG).
