Tag: drivers

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Fleet executive panel: 4 keys to improving driver productivity
It’s likely not a surprise to drivers, but many of the things that negatively impact day-to-day productivity and efficiency are outside of their control, and it’s up to the fleets to find solutions, as a panel of executives explained last week at the CCJ Fall Symposium.
November 12, 2014
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CNBC series an ‘outrageously inaccurate’ view of trucking, ATA says
ATA President and CEO Bill Graves has written CNBC to express “disappointment” over the depiction of the industry in a recent series of reports on trucking – and to invite the network to the upcoming truck driving championships to see “just how serious our industry’s commitment to safety is.”
August 7, 2014
CNBC Collision Course
Business
Disrespect of drivers at shipping dock outweighs carrier appreciation
With National Truck Driver Appreciation Week coming up, let me be the first to say ‘thanks, driver’ – but also that I’m not sure this official celebration is worthwhile. If trucking companies really want drivers to be happy and productive, it’s time to get tough with customers.
September 12, 2013
Drivers rate lack of recognition ahead of home time as a reason for leaving a carrier, according to a recent survey. (BB&T/Transplace graphic)
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I-40 out, I-20 back: Southeast road trip notes
If my lovely wife knew, at the end of long road trip, I had parked an hour from home because a form in my notebook said I couldn’t drive anymore, I wouldn’t need to bother stopping the next day.
August 6, 2013
A message from the folks of Anson Co., N.C. (Photo: Kevin Jones/CCJ)
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Driverless trucks: Irre$i$tible?
The technology is getting close, but is the public really ready to share the road with self-driving vehicles? The technology could be a financial success for trucking companies.
July 11, 2013
Transformer Optimus Prime, a robo-transporter model for the future?
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