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• 2026 Virginia TDC - Sponsorship Packages

  • Start
    02/16/2026
  • End
    06/10/2026
  • Location
    Richard Bland College, Petersburg, VA

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  2026 Virginia Truck Driving Championships

  Sponsorship Packages

  
  

  June 11 -13, 2026| Richard Bland College, Petersburg, VA

  The VTA is proud to announce that the 2026 Virginia Truck Driving Championships will be back again at Richard Bland College from June 11 - 13.

  Show Your Support: Sponsor Today!

  Help make this year better than ever for our professional truck drivers! Show your support for Virginia's best professional truck drivers by sponsoring the 2026 Virginia Truck Driving Championships (TDC).

  Although the TDC is conducted by volunteers, your financial support is needed to offset the direct costs of running a great event. 

  Benefits of becoming a sponsor of the Truck Driving Championships include recognition at the banquet, sponsorship sign display, listed in the event program, recognition in VTA publications, website and social media.  

  Click here to download more information on sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Virginia TDC and the pledge form to become a sponsor. Please contact Pat Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org with any questions!

  Thank you for your support of the VTA and your help in honoring the best drivers in Virginia! 

  Sponsorship deadline ends Friday, May 29!

  

  
  

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• NATMI Certification - Certified Driver Trainer (CDT)

  • Start
    05/04/2026
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    05/06/2026
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    Weyers Cave Community Center, 682 Weyers Cave Rd, Weyers Cave, VA 24486

  

  cERTIFIED driver trainer (CDT)

  When: may 4th - 6th (2.5 DAYS)
  

  WHERE: 682 Weyers Cave Rd., Weyers Cave, VA 24486 

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  Certification is awarded for those individuals who demonstrate the ability to administer programs and carry out responsibilities assigned by their management. They must provide performance data correlating to the years of experience required.

  Course Requirements:
  

  • Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers 

  Experience:
  

  • Two years in the training field

  
  

  Register Here

  
  

  Please contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org with any questions.  Thank you.

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• May Webinar - 2026 VA General Assembly Wrap-Up

  • When
    05/07/2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  2026 General assembly update

  
  

  Join Virginia Trucking Association President Dale Bennett for an exclusive webinar breaking down the changes coming at the conclusion of the 2026 Virginia General Assembly - and what it means for you and your trucking business.

  What You’ll Learn:

  • Key outcomes from the 2026 Virginia General Assembly
  • New laws and regulations impacting the trucking industry
  • Critical bills that passed—and what they mean for your operations
  • Legislative trends and emerging issues to watch in 2026
  • What your company should be preparing for next

  This is your opportunity to gain direct insight from VTA leadership and ensure your organization is aligned with the latest legislative developments.

  Date: May 7, 2026
  Time: 2:00 P.M. 
  Location: Online

  Don’t miss this important update!

  Stay informed. Stay prepared. Stay ahead.

  Click here to Register Today!

  
  

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• 2026 Virginia Truck Driving Championships

  • Start
    06/11/2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    06/13/2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Richard Bland College (11301 Johnson Rd, South Prince George, VA 23805)

  

  2026 VIRGINIA TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS 
  

  The Virginia Trucking Association is excited to announce the 2027 Virginia Truck Driving Championships (TDC), the premier event celebrating the skill and safety of Virginia's professional truck drivers.

  This year's competition will be held at Richard Bland College in Petersburg on June 11th - 13th, 2026.​

  Friday, June 12:
  9:00 a.m. – Registration opens at Richard Bland College
  10:00 a.m. – Written tests commence
  11:00 a.m. – Pre-trip inspections and field tests begin
  6:00 p.m. – BBQ dinner at Keystone Truck & Tractor Museum in Colonial Heights​

  Saturday, June 13:
  9:00 a.m. – Field tests resume
  Afternoon – Awards ceremony following the conclusion of competitions​

  
  Competition Details

  Drivers will compete in various classes, demonstrating their knowledge of regulations, vehicle inspection skills, and driving abilities. Awards will be presented to the top performers in each class, including the overall Grand Champion. Additional honors include the highest scoring first-time competitor and the winner of the pre-trip inspection contest.​

  
  

  How to Participate

  Participation is open to drivers employed by VTA-member companies who meet the following criteria:​

  • Accident-free (preventable and non-preventable) from June 11th, 2025, to June 13th, 2026.
  • Full-time truck driver for the past year with the entering employer.
  • Resident of Virginia or based at a Virginia terminal
  • Possess the proper CDL endorsement if competing in specific classes​.

  To register, complete the Driver Entry form and submit it along with the Entry Kit Request form to Dale Bennett at dbennett@vatrucking.org or Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org. 

  Please ensure all fees are paid before the close of business on May 15th, 2026.

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  Volunteer Opportunities
  Volunteers are essential to the success of the Championships. If you're interested in contributing your time as a judge, scorekeeper, or in another capacity, please complete the Judges form by May 15th, 2026.​

  
  

  ️BBQ Dinner Details
  The BBQ dinner will be held at the Keystone Truck & Tractor Museum in Colonial Heights. One BBQ ticket is included with each driver's registration. Additional tickets are available for $45 each, or $10 for children ages 12 and under. All BBQ orders must be received and paid in full by May 15th, 2026.

  
  

  Lodging Information
  While the VTA has not reserved a block of rooms, the following hotels are within a 15-minute radius of the event:​
  Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Petersburg/Dinwiddie
  Holiday Inn Petersburg North - Fort Lee, Colonial Heights
  Hilton Garden Inn Richmond South/Southpark, Colonial Heights​
  We recommend booking accommodations early due to high demand.​

  
  

  Show Your Support

  Support the Championships by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorship levels include Bronze ($250), Silver ($500), Gold ($750), and Platinum ($1,250). Benefits include recognition at the banquet, signage displays, and listings in the event program and on VTA platforms. Sponsorships must be confirmed by May 15th, 2026.

  
  

  Additional Resources
  

  • Driver Entry Form
  • Entry Kit Request Form
  • Judges Form
  • BBQ Dinner Form

  Don't miss this opportunity to witness and support the dedication and skill of Virginia's top truck drivers. We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Virginia Truck Driving Championships!​

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• NATMI - Motor Fleet Accident Investigation

  • Start
    06/22/2026
  • End
    06/23/2026
  • Location
    Online

  

  motor fleet Accident investigation (online)

  When: june 22nd - june 23rd (2 Day)
  

  WHERE: Online 

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  VTA Members receive a special discount off of the course registration. Contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org before registering to receive the code.

  This 2-day course introduces skills and knowledge you’ll need to investigate collisions with the goal of preventing future incidents. You will learn how to plan your company’s loss response, collect and interpret data on scene and away from the crash site, create scene sketches and verify incident reports, interview drivers and witnesses, and responsibly store the information you’ve collected.

  • Fundamentals of Collision Investigation: A brief overview of the who, what, and why of collision investigation.
  • Loss Response Plans: How to create and implement a comprehensive loss response plan for your organization.
  • Internal Data Collection and Retention: Guidelines for data collection and retention to obtain consistent information and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • On-Scene Data Collection: Collecting information at the site of the collision, including photographing the scene and interpreting tire marks.
  • Scene Diagrams, Measurements, and Calculations: Creating scene sketches, taking measurements, and using the traffic template and other calculations to check the validity of information provided or discern information not previously available.
  • Interview Techniques: Guidelines for collecting data by interviewing drivers, witnesses, and others whose input may help determine what happened in the collision and how to prevent future crashes.
  • Video Review: How you can use video to get a better understanding of the events of a collision.
  • Fundamentals of Collision Investigation: How to dig deeper into the information you have collected to find the root cause of a collision.
  • Review: A quick review of course resources, reinforcing the main points discussed over the past two days.

  Register Here

  Please contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org with any questions.  Thank you.

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• NATMI Certification - Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E)

  • Start
    07/20/2026
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    07/22/2026
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    1844 Barnetts Road, Providence Forge, VA

  

  cERTIFIED sUPERVISOR OF mAINTENANCE/EQUIPMENT csm/e (HYBRID)

  When: july 20th - 22nd (2.5 DAYS)
  

  WHERE: 1844 Barnetts road, providence forge, VA

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  This course is the only required course for the Certified Supervisor of
  Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E) and one of two required courses for
  the Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E) designation.

  Course Benefits:

  1. Learn to schedule work effectively;
  2. Learn effective information management and use of computer technology in maintenance;
  3. Develop supervision skills to motivate technicians;
  4. Learn essential preventive maintenance skills;
  5. Learn how to deal with upper management effectively;
  6. Learn how to develop, track and evaluate training programs;
  7. Learn how to present effective meetings and programs; and
  8. Understand the regulations that cover maintenance operations.

  Course Description: The program covers topics essential to effective management and administration of fleet maintenance operations.  Students learn how to cut costs through efficient use of personnel, equipment, and technology, while complying with government regulations affecting maintenance operations. 

  • Introduction to Fleet Management: purpose and fundamentals of fleet maintenance management, the role of the fleet maintenance manager, and the skill sets and personality traits that help a manager succeed.
  • Maintenance and Repair Strategies: the main categories of maintenance, the benefits of planned maintenance, and legal requirements for maintaining vehicles; the three types of planned maintenance; unplanned repairs and failure analysis.
  • Maintenance Technology: Issues to consider when implementing fleet maintenance software in your shop.  Overview of Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS) and asset codes.
  • Laws and Regs: regulations shop managers need to know, including key Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, as well as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Out-of-Service Criteria.
  • Budgeting: developing a maintenance department budget, different categories of expenses, and determining cost-per-mile or cost-per-hour.
  • Human Resources: Hiring effectively, complying with labor laws, and evaluating and coaching for performance improvement.
  • Training:  benefits of training, identifying training needs, implementing effective training programs, evaluating training quality, and tracking employee training progress.
  • Specifications and Purchasing: the process of determining what your fleet needs, then bidding out and purchasing the needed equipment.
  • Warranty: the importance of warrantees and how to make the most of them.
  • Shop Operations: maximizing staff operations, including staff and equipment utilization, productivity and performance management.
  • Shop Audits: the process of auditing your shop operations and practices.
  • Shop Design: important considerations for designing and building a fleet maintenance facility;  shop design best practices; and fuel station planning.

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  Please contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org with any questions.  Thank you.

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• NATMI - Hazardous Material Training (2 Day)

  • Start
    08/17/2026
  • End
    08/18/2026
  • Location
    682 Weyers Cave Road, Weyers Cave, VA

  

  Hazardous Materials Training

  When: august 17th & 18th (2 Days)
  

  WHERE: weyers cave community center, 682 weyers cave road, weyers cave, VA

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  VTA Members receive a special discount off of the course registration. Contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org before registering to receive the code.

  Course Description: Hazardous Materials Training is a 2-day seminar which centers on regulatory training.  The unique, function-specific format provides greater understanding and better retention.  The seminar helps fulfill the 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart H recurrent training requirements.

  Course Benefits: Through this course, you’ll learn to:

  1. Use the hazmat table and identify hazmat classes;
  2. Mark bulk and non-bulk packaging and packages;
  3. Label and placard and prepare shipping papers;
  4. Properly load and unload vehicles; and
  5. Prepare your drivers for a roadside inspection.

  Who should attend? Anyone involved in hazardous materials preparation and transportation, including:

  • Fleet safety professionals
  • Drivers
  • Dockworkers
  • Billing clerks

  Every employee involved in shipping, transporting or handling hazardous materials should receive training. The training must be updated whenever there is a regulation change affecting an employee’s job tasks.  Hazardous materials training must be repeated at least every 36 months.

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  Please contact Patrick Laurence at plaurence@vatrucking.org with any questions.  Thank you.

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