"Respect for the roadway is essential."
That single principle drives everything Dan Horvath does.
In this episode of The CDL Files, Marilyn sits down with Dan Horvath, Chief Operating Officer of the American Trucking Associations (ATA). Dan shares his unique, boots-on-the-ground journey into the trucking industry and explains why having real CDL experience completely shapes his approach to executive leadership and national advocacy.
From the emotional selection process of America’s Road Team Captains to the hard-hitting legislative battles currently facing fleets, this conversation covers the intersection of life behind the wheel and policy in Washington.
Chapters
00:00 Dan Horvath's Journey in Trucking
10:14 The Importance of Road Team Captains
15:09 Understanding the SAFE Act
20:24 The Truck Parking Challenge
24:11 Looking Ahead: Industry Excitement for 2026
27:07 Final Thoughts and Industry Connections
Host: Marilyn Surber, Drivers Legal Plan
Guest: Dan Horvath, American Trucking Associations
Producer: Laura Stacks, Heylo Communications
