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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
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Using narrative to recruit talent and reshape perceptions
Storytelling can help spotlight the wide range of high-demand careers in the trucking industry beyond driving.
April 17, 2025
Using narrative to recruit talent
Industry
Congress eyes $7,500 tax credit for truck drivers
The bill would also create a $10,000 tax credit for new truckers. Also: Bulkmatic names new president; Illinois extends IRP registration deadline for March; Volvo, Mack dealer group expands footprint; Tenstreet acquires another recruiting platform.
April 2, 2025
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Workforce
The Great Disconnection in the trucking industry
As drivers feel disengaged and undervalued, fleets need to prioritize open communication to improve driver satisfaction.
March 21, 2025
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Attracting Gen Z to trucking: Culture, respect, and 'more than a paycheck'
Generation Z employees are focused on company culture, work-life balance and diverse career opportunities.
March 18, 2025
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Technology
Transforming your fleet for the future
Data can be the tool to a fleet's success, providing insights needed to improve fleet operations, but legacy systems can't do that. Fleet representatives talk about the shift from on-prem to cloud-based platforms.
March 5, 2025
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CCJ Innovators
Carrier focuses on culture and relationships to reduce driver turnover rate
Stokes Trucking fostered a strong company culture and open communication to ensure more drivers stay for the long haul.
March 1, 2025
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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
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Recruiting & retention
ATRI seeks carrier feedback on hiring practices
Specifically, to address workforce challenges, ATRI wants to hear from carriers on hiring practices for truck drivers with prior criminal convictions. Also: New cargo theft trend emerging; J.B. Hunt Intermodal hits milestone; more.
February 12, 2025
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Business
Report shows truck driver shortage costs freight industry $95.5 million weekly
With over 70% of jobs never posted online, the truck driver shortage is leaving thousands of trucks idle.
February 10, 2025
Truck driver shortage costs freight industry $95.5 million weekly
Perspectives
Are your would-be drivers stuck in paperwork hell?
Ever wondered if joining your company for new-applicants is too difficult? Try hiring yourself.
January 31, 2025
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Recruiting & retention
You need a combination of tactics to attract drivers
Encourage drivers who are satisfied with their career choice to tout the benefits of the trucking industry on social media.
January 21, 2025
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Recruiting & retention
'Rare' program helps wheelchair users get a CDL
A program at a small Alabama community college helps wheelchair users get a CDL.
January 17, 2025
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Workforce
A different job: trucking isn't what it used to be
Experts share how the trucking industry has changed with the digital age, shifting what it means to be a trucker. Gone are the days of kinship among drivers as technology has made it easier to work in isolation.
January 8, 2025
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Recruiting & retention
From hashtags to highways: How technology, social media and influencers bring new talent to trucking
From social media to podcasts, the freight industry is embracing New Age technology to find its New Age workforce.
November 1, 2024
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Recruiting & retention
ATA contests new report questioning existence of driver shortage
A National Academies study commissioned by FMCSA found little evidence supporting trucking's assertions of a driver shortage, calling the claims "spurious." ATA said the researchers didn't account for critical factors in the trucking industry.
October 29, 2024
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Recruiting & retention
Three strategies to improve driver recruitment
The No. 1 most posted job in the United States is truck driver, and company driver job postings are on the rise. Maverick Transportation and Conversion Interactive Agency say branding, marketing and technology can help your carrier get hires faster.
October 24, 2024
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