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Workforce
Nussbaum boosts driver pay for second time this year
The increases are built on the idea of paying drivers for everything the job demands, not just miles. Also: Trucking and shippers conditions declined in July; Wex launches cardless fuel payments for OTR customers.
September 24, 2026
Workforce
Fleet announces driver pay increases
K&B Transportation has increased pay for its Road Warrior and Home Weekly option drivers. Also: Nebraska police seize $50M in drugs from truck, recover stolen cargo; CVSA's human trafficking awareness campaign.
September 21, 2026
Pay and benefits
TMC Transportation boosts driver pay, reinstates continuous run program
God driving metrics can push a driver's total share to an industry-high 37% of each load hauled.
July 2, 2026
Workforce
GP Transco boosts driver pay, home time flexibility
The fleet's drivers are receiving a 5 cpm increase in base pay, with the opportunity to earn up to 6 additional cpm in performance-based pay. Also: Nebraska wildfire HOS waiver extended; team drivers charged for allegedly stealing World Cup team's gear, merchandise; more.
June 18, 2026
Regulations
Ohio ending non-domiciled CDL program | Melton raises driver pay
The state is notifying its approximately 5,000 non-domiciled CDL holders of next steps. Also: Melton increasing driver pay by 5-8 cents per mile; Iowa codifies ELP into law with penalties.
June 2, 2026
Workforce
Nussbaum announces sizable driver pay increase
The pay increases for Irregular Route OTR drivers include mileage and weekly minimum increases, an increased transition bonus, profit sharing for drivers and more. Also: Education Department finalizes Workforce Pell Grant program; new trucking school launches in Missouri.
May 27, 2026
Workforce
Carriers share insight into driver pay
Nussbaum Transportation, J&R Schugel Trucking and Boyle Transportation leaders shed light on their driver pay processes in response to CCJ's recent What Drivers Want survey that highlighted pay as a top factor in drivers' decisions to change companies.
December 8, 2025
Workforce
No retirement plans on deck for aging drivers, but job satisfaction high
44% of drivers we surveyed scored company culture an 8 or higher and 38% ranked satisfaction with recognition for their work at least an 8.
November 17, 2025
Workforce
Show me the money: Drivers report falling pay, shrinking miles and pay disputes with carriers
Almost one-third of drivers say they have experienced payroll discrepancies as take-home pay falls and miles follow.
November 12, 2025
Workforce
Averitt announces record pay raises for drivers, associates
Averitt (No. 24 on CCJ Top 250) is investing in its team with substantial pay increases for drivers, dock associates, and more. This move comes as driver wages continue to be a major operational cost for trucking companies.
July 17, 2025
Workforce
Drivers prefer monetary safety rewards, but merchandise has greater impact
Employee recognition and rewards programs can be a great addition to a carrier’s safety incentive program, but it should be a facet of the program, not the entirety.
May 26, 2025
Workforce
New research dives into long-haul trucking's driver turnover problem
New research from the OOIDA Foundation looks at what it calls "The Churn" -- high turnover rates at long-haul truckload carriers.
May 23, 2025
Business
Truck driver pay falls behind other careers, widening a $3,500 wage gap
As job dissatisfaction rises, many truck drivers are seeking better pay, more predictable schedules and improved work-life balance.
April 17, 2025
Pay and benefits
Affordable healthcare with a new insurance model
Trucking companies are in a unique business where their growth is determined by their customers, and they can only truly control fixed costs such as auto insurance and workers' comp.
March 22, 2025
Government affairs
Congress revives bill to remove truckers' overtime exemption
The bicameral, bipartisan legislation was reintroduced last week and would remove trucking's overtime exemption from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Also: Missouri looks to address predatory towing; CVSA opens nominations for driver award; more.
March 10, 2025
Workforce
Surveys find driver stress directly impacts road safety
In a recent Geotab report, 68% of drivers said work-related stress negatively impacts their performance, and 78% believe stress and mental health contribute to road dangers.
February 25, 2025
CCJ Innovators
Canadian fleet fixes turnover with hybrid pay model
Alchemist Specialty Carriers' payment method ensures drivers are paid for every hour they work – not just when their wheels are rolling – and the company is seeing big paybacks, including reduced turnover and cost savings.
September 30, 2024
Recruiting & retention
The way you approach Truck Driver Appreciation Week speaks volumes
Drivers often feel undervalued and under-appreciated, and a swag bag of company merchandise isn't going to change that.
September 11, 2024
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