Colorado Motor Carriers Association

From the team at CMCA, Happy Thanksgiving!?We hope you get the chance to enjoy your loved ones! #givethanks #grateful #familyandfriends

Butterball, LLC ships some 15 million turkeys nationwide this month. Here's how the iconic poultry brand rises to the Thanksgiving holiday logistics and transportation challenges to provide Americans with their annual holiday feast centerpiece. There are few things more integral to Thanksgiving than the turkey. But most Americans likely don't consider how these birds make it to grocery stores across the country before the holiday feast. One company prepares months in advance to ensure this Thanksgiving staple's safe and efficient transportation. Butterball: Reputation, tradition, quality U.S. shoppers have the choice among multiple whole turkey brands for their Thanksgiving feast, but what makes?Butterball?stand out, according to Dan Bohlman, the company's director of logistics, is its long-standing reputation.

Looking back at some more highlights from this year’s Convention in Beaver Creek! Another heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making the event a success, including those that attended and all of the incredible volunteers! #convention2024 #grateful #mountainretreat

Colorado has been awarded $3.2M in highway safety grants as part of the $5B federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program. These funds will improve road safety in 5 municipalities and address rising traffic fatalities, including a record number of pedestrian and motorcyclist deaths. #RoadSafety #ColoradoInfrastructure https://lnkd.in/g_tnn6NY

What do you think of this new driver-facing camera system by Netradyne uses advanced tech to monitor eyelid and head movements, detecting early signs of trucker drowsiness. This system provides in-cab alerts and data for fleet managers, aiming to prevent accidents and improve road safety. #TruckingSafety #FleetTech https://lnkd.in/gcmnVjQy

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), signed into law three years ago, has brought transformative benefits to Colorado, awarding $7.2 billion in funding and launching over 1,000 projects statewide. This historic investment is expected to create 40,000 jobs while improving transportation, broadband, clean energy, and climate resilience infrastructure. Governor Jared Polis celebrates these advancements, highlighting efforts to secure federal funding and maximize state resources. From modernizing roads and bridges to expanding broadband and clean energy initiatives, the IIJA continues to shape Colorado’s future with long-term infrastructure improvements. https://lnkd.in/gZ_7E4DK

We are excited to announce James Lee is the new chair of CMCA for the 2024-2025 year! James Lee is the Director of Sales for the Acme Distribution family of companies, based in Aurora, Colorado. James is passionate about the transportation and logistics industry, actively participating in national, state, and local initiatives. He has also competed in the Colorado Truck Driving Roadeo, earning the Leo Wozniak Award in 2017 and securing 3rd place in the flatbed division in 2018. He thrives in leadership, consistently driving new initiatives and strategies to elevate the industry. Congratulations!

Colorado has already seen its first round of winter conditions! Don’t risk a fine—make sure you're prepared with the right chains for your route. Check out this helpful article to learn more about chain laws in other states before your next trip. #WinterDriving #ChainLaws #TruckSafety https://lnkd.in/gbBphDR3

Nine years after debuting its Level 2 semi-autonomous truck, Daimler Truck AG’s Torc Robotics is now testing Level 4 autonomous trucks that operate without a driver in the cab. With tests reaching 65 mph on closed courses, Torc Robotics aims for commercial operations by 2027. This marks a big leap in autonomous trucking, showcasing AI's potential to transform logistics with safe, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions. #AutonomousTrucks #AI #Transportation Checkout their story here- https://lnkd.in/gggDkxdq

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is investing nearly $3 billion in 55 projects across 27 states to electrify U.S. ports. These "Clean Ports" grants will fund 1,500 cargo units, 1,000 trucks, 10 locomotives, and 20 vessels, alongside charging infrastructure and solar power. This initiative aims to cut 3 million metric tons of carbon pollution over the next decade, improving air quality for port communities. #cleanports #solarpower Read more details here- https://lnkd.in/gDNyt6VH