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MMTA has received several recent calls regarding CDL drivers being placed out of service due to a CDL “downgrade” based on medical status.  This article is an attempt to clarify the medical certification process to prevent drivers being placed out of service during a roadside inspection based on their medical self-certification. As a reminder, drivers […]

The trucking industry is essential to Maine’s economy—and the next generation of professionals needs to hear your story.  MMTA is looking for member companies willing to volunteer a team member to join the Career Exploration Unit at upcoming events depending upon the audience/event. Volunteers may be asked to: Give a short presentation sharing their personal […]

MMTA is proud to continue offering members access to our exclusive Employee Benefits Program, designed to help you attract and retain great employees while controlling costs. Through our partnership with Acadia Benefits, an IMA Company, members can offer dental, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term disability coverage from some of Maine’s most trusted insurance carriers, all at […]

September 29–30 | Samoset, Rockport, Maine Members of the Maine Motor Transport Association (MMTA) were recently joined at the Samoset in Rockport by colleagues from the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) for the 20th annual Transportation Safety Conference. The event continues to be recognized as Maine’s premier professional development experience for Safety Directors, HR professionals, […]

September 25, 2025 It has come to the attention of MMTA that many electronic Heavy Vehicle Use Tax filers have recently been receiving IRS notices through the mail stating their tax was not paid and are also adding “Failure to File” penalties. We are finding that, in most cases, these letters are inaccurate. At this […]

July 30, 2025 Maine Motor Transport Association has received several calls in the last few months from small motor carriers whose USDOT information has been altered online by someone not associated with their company, changing the contact email, phone number, and other information on their MCS-150 form from the company contact to a phone number […]

Warning – SPAM invoices are being sent by text and email to many in the Trucking Industry indicating that you owe $150 for services rendered. MMTA has received dozens of calls questioning if the invoices are legitimate. NOTE: The US DOT, FMCSA, and other government agencies do not email or text invoices. If an email […]

As spring winds down and we look forward to summer in Maine, I thought it would be a good idea to share with our members some of the mid-year happenings at the Maine Motor Transport Association.  As you would expect, a lot has been going on at MMTA and we expect a busy fall and […]

On May 22, the Maine Motor Transport Association’s (MMTA) Safety Management Council (SMC) visited the Pittsfield weigh station for an up-close look at the latest advancements in commercial motor vehicle enforcement technology. Hosted by Maine State Police Troop K, the highlight of the visit was a live demonstration of the newly implemented Performance-Based Brake Testing […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2025 Contact: Derek Kennedy Industry Image and Marketing Coordinator Maine Motor Transport Association Office: (207) 623-4128 Cell: (207) 624-2113 AUGUSTA – The trucking industry is the backbone of Maine’s economy, delivering essential goods to communities across the state. Yet, with an estimated shortage of 1,100 drivers statewide, the future of […]