Maine Motor Transport Association

The spokesperson for the Maine Trucking Industry for over 75 years.

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The Maine Motor Transport Association is proud to introduce the John Austin Trucking Foundation —a grant program created to open doors for the next generation of Maine’s trucking industry.

Thanks to the commitment of our members, MMTA is helping to remove financial barriers in the trucking industry by offering eight monthly grants of up to $2,000. These grants ensure that motivated individuals can access the training they need to pursue a rewarding trucking career in Maine.

What does this grant support?

From CDL licenses (Class A & B) to endorsements like Hazmat or Tanker, as well as technician and other trucking-related vocational programs, these funds are dedicated to building the skills that keep Maine moving.

Why we do this:

Our members know that trucking drives the Maine economy. They know that when we invest in people—future drivers, technicians, and support professionals—we’re investing in the health and future of Maine's entire industry.

Applications are due by 5 PM on the last business day of each month, and up to 8 grants are awarded every month.

Learn more and apply here:
https://t.co/q1YCjNGeWe

Together, we’re building opportunities today that will keep Maine’s trucking industry strong tomorrow.

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Big news from MMTA!

We’re proud to share that the Go. Your Way. Career Exploration Trailer is officially under construction—and on track to arrive in early April.

First announced at our Annual Banquet in January, this project marks a big step forward in helping students explore real-world careers in Maine’s trucking industry.

Inside the trailer:
A full-scale commercial driving simulator
VR experiences for semi-truck and forklift operation
A diesel technician skills game
Career awareness materials

Bringing it all on the road:
The trailer will be pulled by our fully branded Career Exploration Truck, designed to turn heads and represent the strength of Maine’s trucking community.

A big thank you to O'Connor Auto Park and HO Bouchard for their support in getting us rolling.

We’ll be taking the trailer to schools, job fairs, member safety days, and public events across the state.

We’re currently looking to book events starting in early June.

If you know a school or event that would benefit from a visit, reach out to Derek at [email protected].

We’ll continue to share updates as the build comes together.

Thank you to all of our members for being part of this effort to move the industry forward.

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Mark Your Calendars for Championship Saturday!

Get ready for an unforgettable day on May 17, 2025, as we host the 2025 Maine Professional Truck Driving Championships at Dysart’s in Hermon and the 2025 Maine Professional Technician Skills Competition at EMCC in Bangor!

Truck Driving Championships

Competitors will showcase their skills in a variety of challenges, with the ultimate goal of proving they’re the best truck driver in Maine. Whether you’re a competitor, judge, or spectator, it’s a day packed with camaraderie, trucking tradition, and thrilling competition.

Technician Skills Competition

The Professional Technician Skills Competition returns with 10 exciting workstations, thanks to our amazing sponsors. This year’s contest promises to outdo last year’s event, featuring the talented individuals who keep Maine’s trucks safe and ready to roll.

Future Trucker & FutureTech Competitions

In addition to the main events, we’ll also have the Future Trucker and FutureTech competitions, where students from CTE schools can show off their skills in truck driving and technician work, gaining valuable experience and mentorship from industry professionals.

For more info or to sign up:
https://t.co/yibOeIElvh (Truck Driving)
https://t.co/W0IWyV7Flz (Future Trucker)
https://t.co/g11TfO3yQP (Technician Skills)
https://t.co/IyXzLoSoGZ (Future Technician)

Have questions? Interested in volunteering or becoming a sponsor?

Reach out to Randy at [email protected] or call 623-4128.

Let’s make this year the BEST one yet! See you there!

[Maine Motor Transport Association @mainetrucks]

Yesterday, we gathered for a special evening hosted by the MMTA, to celebrate the trucking industry—not just as a profession, but as a way of life. Joined by over 400 members at our annual banquet, we came together to recognize the dedication, hard work, and excellence of every individual who keeps our industry moving forward and ensures its success.

We honor not only the incredible achievements of Maine’s commercial drivers but also the countless contributions of dispatchers, technicians, safety professionals, and all those behind the scenes who make Maine roads safer and our industry great. Their unwavering commitment to safety, exceeding compliance standards, and teamwork is the reason for our success.

It is our privilege to recognize outstanding accomplishments through several awards tonight, including the Fleet Safety Awards and the 2024 MMTA Driver of the Year. We also celebrate numerous other awards that reflect the professionalism, excellence, leadership, and dedication present in all aspects of our industry.

Please join us in congratulating this year’s winners and celebrating the collective efforts of everyone in the Maine trucking community who make this industry one to be proud of.

Grand Champion Winners and Driver of the Year:

Fleet Safety Award: Intermediate Carrier group GRAND CHAMPION – Brown Dog Carriers and Logistics

Fleet Safety Award: Large Carrier group GRAND CHAMPION – RF Chamberland INC

2024 MMTA Driver of the Year- Roger Harmon Jr. Savage Services

This evening wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of our sponsors. Thank you Volvo Trucks for sponsoring an amazing reception tonight and Maine Commercial Tire for sponsoring our key note address.

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Make Your New Year’s Resolution Safety!

As we welcome 2025, let’s remember that safety is the foundation of success in our industry. Whether you’re behind the wheel, loading cargo, performing maintenance in the shop, or working in the yard, every role matters.

Here are a few tips to keep your resolution on track:
✅ Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
✅ Stick to speed limits and drive defensively. Remember, slow is smooth, smooth is fast 😎
✅ Take breaks to combat fatigue—rested drivers are safe drivers.
✅ Communication with your team! Because team work does in-fact make the dream work.
✅ Stay up-to-date with trainings! - We just posted our new training schedule, be sure to check it out! https://t.co/Vg3mguUMMu
✅ Safety with style. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was made to keep you safe, wear it!

Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Let's write a good one.

[Maine Motor Transport Association @mainetrucks]

Don’t miss our Annual Banquet, on January 9, 2025 at the Sheraton Sable Oaks in South Portland, Maine! This is the biggest event of the year for Maine’s trucking industry. The night includes a reception, a great dinner, awards presentations, and a keynote speech from New York Times bestselling author and former Navy Captain Michael Abrashoff, author of It’s Your Ship. We hope to see you there!

Tickets are available right now!
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Happy Halloween! 🎃 Have a safe and spooky night.

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MMTA is asking our members to support Wreaths Across America and their efforts to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying veterans' wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.

Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring a wreath(s), volunteering on Wreaths Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend with you.

The Maine link to sponsor or volunteer is found here. The deadline is December 14th!

https://t.co/DAlKwJgTQW

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MMTA has been busy over the past two days. We had the opportunity to give two presentations to our members and answer their questions as it related to the trucking industry.

The first presentation, titled “Qualifying Drivers with an Eye Toward Safety,” took place yesterday at the Maine Health and Safety Conference in Augusta. This session outlined how to qualify drivers under the FMCSA regulations for both CDL and non-CDL commercial vehicle operators.

The second presentation was an in-depth Drug and Alcohol training for DOT supervisors. Supervisors were shown how to identify symptoms of substance use and were given guidance on how to properly respond if substance use was ever suspected in the workplace.

Here is a link to our Drug and Alcohol Safety Program for more information:
https://t.co/VwUfF0RMNJ

We would like to thank our members for trusting us to train the industry standards in their workplace. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you in keeping our roads safe.

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Big thank you for everyone that attended our emissions training today!

We covered important topics like hazards, policies, and standards regarding emissions. The class also got hands-on experience diagnosing vehicle issues and testing different fluids for contaminants or quality.

This class and more are hosted regularly at the MMTA office in Augusta. If you are interested in attending future classes, please remember to register online to save your seat!

Here is a link to our events calendar:

https://t.co/1o6ISh6i47

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MMTA would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who joined our membership meeting yesterday morning! Special thanks to Scott Valcourt from the Roux Institute for his insightful presentation on engaging Maine partners through data analytics, and to Kirk Ross, project manager for Sappi North America, for his excellent presentation on the investments they are making in their Somerset mill. Our meeting highlighted important industry updates, including the rising energy costs for industrial users. This provided excellent opportunity for members to have an open discussion about industry topics and stay up to date on current issues.

A shout-out to Maine Commercial Tire for sponsoring a delicious breakfast to kick off the meeting! We look forward to continuing these vital conversations for Maine’s Transportation industry.

More information for these topics can be found in the links below:

https://t.co/ex7GHKjovZ

https://t.co/POVDzBrL1E

[Maine Motor Transport Association @mainetrucks]

Happy National Technician Appreciation Week!

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Expect to hear soon about our plans to replace the unit, focusing on workforce development and the trucking industry’s image!

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MMTA has donated our tractor to Hancock County Technical Center for their diesel technician students to learn their craft. And the trailer has been donated to the Somerset Career & Technical Center for their CDL program to use to train the next generation of professional drivers.

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Bangor area trucking family get together at #masonsbrewing in Brewer. Great time with great truckers!! Will we see you in Portland on August 15th at #risingtidebrewing for the next MMTA Business & Brews gathering? Register at https://t.co/qgvlyoCmKC. See you there!

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