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Workforce: Page 6

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
empty truck driver's seat
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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Technology
Motive introduces new emergency response feature for commercial drivers
Motive’s First Responder service for commercial vehicle drivers aims to save more lives when severe collisions occur by getting emergency assistance at the site of an accident faster.
October 16, 2024
Motive First Responder
Perspectives
Safety for women drivers has a long way to go
In an industry that has increasingly turned to the female population to fill seats, it is becoming ever more important to not just make them safe but to make them FEEL safe while over the road.
October 15, 2024
Woman trucker
Recruiting & retention
Fleets discuss how to be a great place to work in a bad economy
Trucking companies can maintain high employee morale and retain top drivers during economic downturns, but it takes effective strategies for improving communication, compensation and overall workplace culture.
October 14, 2024
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Safety
America's Road Team gets new Volvo VNL
Volvo continues its commitment to truck safety and industry advocacy with its support for ATA's driver ambassador program.
October 14, 2024
Volvo VNL ATA America's Road Team
Workforce
Ruan recognizes top driver, operation
Ruan recently named its 2023 Driver of the Year and Operation of the Year. Also: Trucking Cares Foundation donates $10K to truck driver benefit organization; STG Logistics secures $300M in financing for growth plans.
October 11, 2024
Ruan truck
Recruiting & retention
Communication, tech keys in maximizing driver potential
Effective communication and advanced technology can enhance truck driver performance, safety, and job satisfaction.
October 1, 2024
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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
Alchemist Specialty Carriers
Safety
The business of safety: Connecting the front line to the bottom line
Safety is a critical driver of business profitability and CEOs can use safety metrics to measure overall business health, navigate departmental conflicts, and foster a culture of constant improvement.
September 25, 2024
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Technology
Next gen tech is transforming safety in transportation
With commercial driving companies navigating a perilous business environment marked by sky-high insurance premiums and tight margins, is GPS enough?
September 16, 2024
traffic safety
Safety
The business of safety: Drive improvement, not just compliance
Safety managers think about safety and CEOs think about everything else, often causing a disconnect between what the safety manager thinks is the right move and what the CEO has in mind.
September 16, 2024
truck safety
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
Frustrated truck driver
Safety
How a shortage of drivers impacts safety, risks in trucking
Not only does a driver shortage impact freight movement, it can also impact driver safety. In this week's 10-44, hear what fleets can do to improve their retention efforts and mitigate risk.
September 6, 2024
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Workforce
Roehl driver hits rare safe driving milestone
John Moeller, who's been driving for Roehl since 1979, has surpassed 6 million accident-free miles with the company. Also: Missouri repair shop owner convicted of PPP loan fraud, more; United Road names new COO; Wyoming issues waiver for wildfires.
September 5, 2024
John Moeller Roehl Transport
Pay and benefits
Average truckload driver pay up 10% in two years
Carriers offered smaller referral and fewer sign-on bonuses but more frequently offered tenure bonuses.
September 3, 2024
truck drivers' silhouette
Driver/operator coaching/training
Trucking schools get $3.5M from FMCSA
The agency awarded grants to 27 CDL schools across the country. Also: Market conditions declined for shippers in June; Isuzu begins production of electric NRR-EV with deliveries beginning in September; Isuzu inks partnership with autonomous software firm.
August 28, 2024
truck driver training
Workforce
FedEx Freight driver named Grand Champion at National Truck Driving Championships
Mississippi-based FedEx Freight driver Jackie Reed earned top honors at the competition. Winners were crowned in a number of other categories, as well.
August 26, 2024
Jackie Reed holding the Bendix Grand Championship Trophy above his head
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