ATRI Announces Strategic Research Priorities for 2026 to Enhance Trucking Safety and Operations
ATRI's New Research Directions for 2026
In a recent board meeting held in Atlanta, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), with Derek Leathers from Werner Enterprises at the helm, unveiled its key research priorities for 2026. These priorities were identified during the annual gathering of ATRI's Research Advisory Committee (RAC), which took place in Washington, D.C., on March 10-11 this year.
The selected priorities are designed to tackle several critical challenges the trucking industry faces, with a focus on improving safety, promoting driver well-being, and assessing the impacts of significant weather events on trucking operations. Below are the key research initiatives for 2026:
1. Coaching Practices and Safety Outcomes
The trucking sector is increasingly adopting proactive measures to boost safety through effective coaching and front-line management. This upcoming research aims to compile data and conduct analyses that pinpoint best practices in driver coaching, ultimately fostering improved safety outcomes.
2. Exploring Beyond Compliance
Over 15 years ago, ATRI introduced the concept of an
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