FW Desk News
FreightWatch.News
Monday, November 9, 2026
The Arizona Trucking Association appointed former U.S. Representative Matt Salmon as chief executive officer. Board Chairman Parker Hancock cited Salmon's experience in government relations and prior leadership of trade associations as key qualifications for the role. The appointment comes as the trucking industry faces elevated diesel fuel costs and leadership transitions across major freight organizations. Salmon's role reflects the association's focus on strengthening advocacy efforts and policy engagement.
More Trucking coverage
Trucking Industry Tackles Smoking Crisis With Free Cessation ProgramTwo Georgia Men Charged in $760K Fuel-Card Fraud Targeting Michigan CarrierReefer Rates Surge Above Historical Average as Holiday Season Freight AcceleratesHeavy-Duty Parts Inflation Cools to 0.4% as Regional Disparities WidenProposed Rail Merger Faces Scrutiny Over Shipper Relations as Officials Weigh Network BenefitsTeamsters Claims Amazon Unionization at Indiana Facility Met With Company DenialAll Trucking news →