Kansas Motor Carriers Association

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we pause to honor the men and women who gave everything in service to our country.

05/20/2026

Kansas truck drivers cover millions of miles each year, and that puts them in a unique position to spot what others miss!

Trucking Against Trafficking (TAT Nonprofit) trains commercial drivers to recognize the signs of human trafficking and take action. KMCA is proud to support TAT's mission, and we encourage every Kansas carrier to make this training part of their driver onboarding and safety programs.

Learn more and get your team involved at tatnonprofit.org/trucking.

05/15/2026

This is Lori, KMCA's Director of Safety and Membership Services, on the last day of TDC registration. We think she's fine. 😂

Registration is CLOSED — and Mulvane on June 26–27 cannot come soon enough! 🚛💨

Thank you to every single staff member and volunteer who put in the work behind the scenes. The Kansas TDC happens because of YOU. 🏆

American Trucking Associations

05/15/2026

This is Lori, KMCA's Director of Safety and Membership Services, on the last day of TDC registration. We think she's fine. 😂
Registration is CLOSED — and Mulvane on June 26–27 cannot come soon enough! 🚛💨
Thank you to every single staff member and volunteer who put in the work behind the scenes. The Kansas TDC happens because of YOU. 🏆
American Trucking Associations

05/14/2026

Kansas truckers are on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking.

Trucking Against Trafficking (TAT Nonprofit) trains drivers to recognize the signs of trafficking and make the call that could save lives. KMCA is proud to support TAT's mission, and we encourage every Kansas carrier to share this with their drivers.

Take a look at what TAT is doing and learn how your team can get involved at tatnonprofit.org.

05/08/2026

RRRRRRR you ready?

🚛 Prepare for MOTUS | USDOT Registration System

⏰ The FMCSA legacy registration systems will be retired on May 14, 2026. Registration features will be offline in URS, the FMCSA Portal, and L&I starting May 14, 2026.

🚨 What you need to do before May 14:
• Log into the FMCSA Portal
• Ensure your account is active
• Verify your information is current and accurate

👉 Get prepared today to avoid disruptions. Link in comments

05/08/2026

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Tom Whitaker, past Executive Director of the Kansas Motor Carriers Association, on April 22, 2026. He was 73 years old.

Tom joined KMCA in 1982 and spent 40 years as one of Kansas trucking's most trusted voices at the Statehouse — known by legislators and fellow advocates alike as the first call and the last word on the industry. He served as Executive Director from 2000 until his retirement in November 2022. He greeted every day with optimism, humor, and genuine care for the people around him.

KMCA will honor Tom at our Annual Convention in Manhattan, Kansas, on September 10, 2026.

If you have a memory of Tom — a story, a moment, something he said that stuck with you — we'd love to hear it. Please share in the comments below. 💙

Read his full obituary: https://www.dovetopeka.com/obituaries/thomas-whitaker

05/01/2026

Today is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. 🚨

These tragedies can happen to any family. In more than half of cases, a child is left in a vehicle by a loving caregiver who didn't realize it was happening. As the weather warms up, please take a moment to share this important reminder.

Learn more at https://myemail.constantcontact.com/FOR-IMMEDIATE-RELEASE--After-25--Years-of-Public-Education--Children-Are-Still-Dying-at-Devastating-Rates.html?soid=1101740449858&aid=RotRvi2J8pc.

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04/28/2026

Member Michael Hablitzel of Crestwood/Blackbird Transportation found that engaging with allied members didn't just build relationships; it saved his company money through member discounts.

If KMCA has made a difference for your operation, we want to hear about it. Three quick questions, about 2 minutes of your time: surveymonkey.com/r/R76P8C7

04/25/2026

KMCA is proud to recognize William Jones of Walmart Transportation as our April Driver of the Month!

William has been a professional driver for 50 years, logging 7 million miles during his career. He has been with Walmart Transportation for 29 years, earned a 3 million mile safe driving award, serves as a certified driver trainer, and sits on the accident review committee. He was also named Walmart Driver of the Year in 2003. Congratulations, William!