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And, Happy Birthday, America! Here’s to a safe and relaxing 4th of July Weekend!

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Women In Trucking Association  has International Influence

Women In Trucking Association’s (WIT) mission to encourage the employment of women working in the trucking industry is reaching beyond North America into other countries.

Recently, WIT President/CEO, Ellen Voie, was asked to give the keynote speech at the Motoring Matters Magazine Group’s (MMMG) 2014 Awards Event in Melbourne, Australia. The event, now in its tenth year, brought major CEOs and executives of various commercial vehicle manufacturers, including women employed in the transport industry at the executive and driver level.

At the event Voie highlighted the importance of showing the benefits of the transport industry to women employees. "The trucking industry is open to attract women in all areas, from driving to management, but there needs to be attitudinal change," said Chris Mullett, Managing Editor of PowerTorque, a MMMG publication. "The senior management attending the awards event took Ellen's suggestions and experiences back to their own companies in what is an excellent start to promoting the opportunities available to women in both Australia and America," he added.
The Australian media was interested in WIT’s mission. Voie, along with Scania driver trainer, Alana Mountfield, were interviewed by ABC News Breakfast national television hosts Virginia Trioli and Michael Browning as well as ABC Radio’s Cameron Wilson on the Bush Telegraph. Voie was also interviewed by ABC radio channel 774’s Richard Stubbs.

After speaking at the MMMG event in Melbourne, Voie flew to Hamilton Island to attend the Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) annual conference, where she shared best practices with trucking executives. “I found the Australian transport industry to be very interested in increasing the presence of women at both the leadership level as well as their driver population,” Voie said. “Australian women are less prevalent in the trucking industry, but they are eager to create a more positive environment and change that situation,” Voie added.

Noelene Watson, Managing Director of Don Watson Transport, was named the new chairperson of the ATA and is the first woman to hold that position. Her goal is to improve the image of professional drivers and to promote better health and wellbeing of the driver population.

“I was especially pleased to be present when Australia’s first female ATA chair took her position as an industry leader,” said Voie. “Women are becoming more visible and more influential in the trucking industry around the world and Women In Trucking Association is helping create this much needed change,” she added.

Voie’s trip was sponsored by the Motoring Matters Magazine Group, publishers of PowerTorque Magazine and Delivery Magazine, the leading Australian publications in their respective fields of truck and trailer technology and light commercial vehicles.

Women In Trucking was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as sixteen percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Daimler Truck NA, Great Dane Trailers, Hyundai Translead and Walmart.  Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. For more information visit http://www.WomenInTrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.

Expedite Expo 2014
Roberts Convention Centre
I-71 Exit 50
Wilmington, OH
9:00am – 4:00pm
Friday, July 25 & Saturday, July 26

What to Expect at Expedite Expo 2014
Build your network, expand your knowledge and gain fresh ideas that boost your income

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran in expedited trucking or just exploring the opportunities that the fastest growing segment in the trucking industry has to offer, Expedite Expo has something for you.

The only trade show in the world focused exclusively on the expedited trucking industry, Expedite Expo will be held July 25 and 26 at the Roberts Convention Centre in Wilmington, Ohio. The show times for both days are 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT and registration, admission and parking are all free!

Launched in 2001, the Expo attracts more than 4,000 annual attendees and exhibitors across North America to learn about the newest trucks, career opportunities and products geared specifically to owner operators and drivers of medium duty and heavy-duty trucks. The Expo covers over 80,000 sq. feet of trucks, truck parts, chrome, trucking displays, product exhibits and offers free live entertainment.

So, what can you expect to see, learn and do at Expedite Expo 2014?

Workshops to Help You Succeed In Expedited Trucking

Choose from over 10 workshops packed with advice on how to spec a truck, choose the right carrier, reduce costs, improve profits and save time.  Learn the latest, most effective strategies for surviving — and thriving — in today’s economy.

Q&A with Administrator Anne Ferro, FMCSA

On July 25 at 11:00am-12:00pm, Administrator Anne Ferro with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will update you on what lies ahead for the trucking industry and field your questions. Take advantage of this opportunity to dig deeper into the latest rulings and proposals that impact your business by asking questions of the person who helps drive those decisions.

Vote for Your Favorite Truck, Enter to Win $1,000 Cash

The 2014 Expedite Drivers' Choice Award will recognize the dealer whose truck or cargo van is the best of the best in the industry, with you as the judge. Vote for your favorite truck and your ballot also becomes your chance to win a $1000 cash prize at 4:00pm on July 26. But you must be present to win!

Got an Antique Truck? Enter the All-American Antique Truck Show

Unlike most show-truck competitions at trucking industry gatherings, this show is for trucks that are Rusted. Restored. Rescued. Do you have an antique truck that you’re especially proud of? There’s no fee to enter, so why not join us and see how your rig stacks up, or just come and enjoy the history in these trucks!

Bring the Family

Expedite Expo will also feature several family-friendly activities from live music and entertainment, so bring the entire family. Some of the highlights include:

Cookout

Saturday, July 26 @ 5:00pm, we are teaming up with Truckers United for Charities to provide dinner for you.  Join us after the Expo to kick back, relax, eat and recap the expo. Some great food will be offered! ALL WELCOME!

For more details about Expedite Expo 2014 and to register for free, visit http://www.expediteexpo.com or call 859-746-2046.

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Based on the results of the TruckDriver.com Six Days on the Road Survey, a little over half of you believe Driver Fatigue is major problem in the industry.

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No - 32%
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We tend to agree, but can’t help but feel that fatigue is more of an individual problem than an industry problem. In general, drivers have the time to rest, but don’t always take advantage of it. We’re not sure how you go about legislating sleep. We’ll have to nap on that one!

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