UCR stands for Unified Carrier Registration program. It is a federally mandated system for registering operators of commercial vehicles who are involved in interstate and international travel. Annual registration must be renewed by December 31st each year. Registration for the 2027 UCR will open October 1, 2026. UCR 2027 fees have increased roughly 20% over […]
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Maine State Police Commercial Vehicle Unit Launches New tip411 Anonymous Tip System and Mobile App
September 9, 2026MMTA Note: The following press release has been provided by the Maine State Police Commercial Vehicle Unit (Troop K) regarding a new anonymous tip system and mobile app that is supported by MMTA. The system provides another avenue for members of the trucking industry and the motoring public to share information about commercial vehicle safety […]
John Austin Trucking Foundation Awards $2,000 Training Grant to Eric Knight
September 3, 2026The John Austin Trucking Foundation is pleased to announce that Eric Knight of Buckfield has been awarded a $2,000 training grant to support his pursuit of a career in Maine’s trucking industry. Knight has already earned his Class A CDL permit and finished his training at Oxford Hills/ Nezinscot Adult Ed to obtain his full […]
MMTA Safety Management Council Meeting Hosted by MSP – Troop K
August 20, 2026On August 20th the MMTA Safety Management Council (SMC) was privileged to once again observe the Maine State Police – Troop K, at work at the northbound weigh station in York. This annual event is normally conducted in May but was postponed until August this year due to an MSP schedule conflict. We were honored […]
PFML and Your Employee Benefits Strategy
August 17, 2026As employers gain real-world experience with Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program, many are evaluating how it fits within their broader benefits strategy. As you begin planning for upcoming renewals, now is a good time to review your current programs and determine whether they continue to meet the needs of your organization and […]
Freedom Haulers Initiative Creates New Pathway for Veterans into Maine Trucking
August 7, 2026The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched the Freedom Haulers initiative, a new effort designed to connect military veterans with rewarding careers in the trucking industry while helping address the nation’s ongoing need for qualified professional drivers. The initiative brings together resources from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Labor, […]
John Austin Trucking Foundation Awards $2,000 Training Grant to Christopher Brown
July 29, 2026The John Austin Trucking Foundation is pleased to announce that Christopher Brown of Greene has been awarded a $2,000 training grant to support his pursuit of a career in Maine’s trucking industry. Brown recently completed the CDL A Truck Driver Training program at Northeast Technical Institute (NTI), where he demonstrated a strong commitment to learning […]
John Austin Trucking Foundation Awards $2,000 Training Grant to Sagelee Dube
July 15, 2026The John Austin Trucking Foundation is pleased to announce that Sagelee Dube of Sabattus has been awarded a $2,000 training grant to support her pursuit of a career in Maine’s trucking industry. Dube recently completed the CDL B Truck Driver Training program at Northeast Technical Institute (NTI), where she demonstrated a strong commitment to learning […]
Important Notice: New Annual Renewal for BOC-3 Filings
July 1, 2026Our third-party BOC-3 processing partner, Truck Process Agents of America (TPAA), has updated their service structure. Moving forward, BOC-3 filings through TPAA will require an annual renewal/maintenance fee. Previously, your filing was a one-time process that remained active indefinitely until cancelled. What You Need to Know New Annual Fee: To maintain active process agent coverage, […]
John Austin Trucking Foundation Awards $2,000 Training Grant to Jason St. Hilaire
June 22, 2026The John Austin Trucking Foundation is pleased to announce that Jason St. Hilaire has been awarded a $2,000 training grant to support the next step in his trucking career through upgrading his Commercial Driver’s License. St. Hilaire has already built a strong foundation in the trucking industry, spending the past 17 years working as a […]