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How U.S. Xpress is using AI to speed the process of hiring truck drivers -- and to appeal to a more diverse workforce.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10129905/how-u-s-xpress-is-using-artificial-intelligence-to-recruit-drivers
Between drivers retiring without enough recruits to take their place, and demand rapidly growing, the need for qualified professionals is expected to...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/343356/igen-appealing-to-a-new-generation-of-drivers
Seriously evaluating how we pay drivers is something trucking needs to do as the industry faces a worsening shortage, suggests Editor in Chief Deborah...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157821/commentary-its-time-to-think-about-hourly-pay
The skyrocketing cost of college tuition is indeed a problem. But at risk of being overlooked is the need to get more students into the nation’s trade schools.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156367/commentary-dont-leave-trade-schools-out-of-free-college-debate
Whatever the reason for their discontent, the driver turnover rate for 2014 wound up at over 95%. Perhaps a newer, better mattress would help them sleep...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156232/how-nice-cabs-can-affect-driver-satisfaction
New guidance from the Department of Labor issued in July could pose a threat to the trucking industry's use of owner-operator drivers as independent...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156279/the-latest-threat-to-the-owner-operator-model
With an industry-wide shortage of new truck drivers, it's tempting to just find and hire CDL holders as fast as they can be found. But one good way to hire...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/326842/drivers-hire-fewer-keep-more
After the 2008 recession, Becker Trucking changed its focus and started hiring drivers more suited to the work it wanted to do - with satisfying results.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/304326/becker-trucking-capitalizes-on-a-happy-workforce
How can the right fleet tools attract younger drivers and help you solve the driver shortage for good?
https://www.truckinginfo.com/345310/can-millenials-solve-truck-driver-shortage
Corliss Resources struggles with an aging workforce and a scarcity of young recruits. The company's solution: Haul more product in trucks that drivers like...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/301619/better-trucks-make-for-happier-drivers
There are many reasons why trucking should be an exciting career choice for Millennials - solid pay, new technologies, a strong community, sense of purpose....
https://www.truckinginfo.com/325792/commentary-bringing-millenials-into-the-trucking-industry
Richard Bishop, AI industry analyst and intelligent vehicle applications specialist, spoke with Jim Park about autonomous trucks for an episode of the HDT...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/355042/qa-ai-expert-talks-autonomous-trucks
Boasting a turnover rate as low as 33%, Tribe Express’ roster includes veteran truckers between 50 and 60 years old, as well as an increasing number of...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156755/tribe-express-takes-the-long-view-on-driver-retention
The rising economy has whipped up the driver shortage and turnover situation to a froth that can only be smoothed by paying long-haul drivers considerably...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157927/driver-pay-making-the-grade
How trucking is looking beyond traditional demographics and filling empty seats with minorities and women.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/344627/how-trucking-is-widening-the-driver-pool
Amanda Jones has been on the road with husband Art Johansson for 13 years and driving for a little less than a year, so she's got some interesting...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156046/one-woman-drivers-take-on-the-driver-shortage
With tuitions skyrocketing maybe it’s not surprising that there seems to be some progress when it comes to young people recognizing that skilled trades are...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/325193/commentary-college-is-not-the-only-answer
Alabama Motor Express is finding success in cutting its driver turnover using an online test that provides a behavioral assessment to identify the best...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/304486/how-one-alabama-fleet-is-finding-quality-truck-drivers
One thing the developers of autonomous technologies have emphasized is that they are not a “driverless truck.” So how can they help with the driver...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156215/can-autonomous-trucks-solve-the-driver-shortage
Relationships are more important than ever. Rehiring former drivers is a benefit for companies because good drivers who depart are more likely to return if...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157136/how-to-rehire-former-drivers-to-improve-retention
With another year behind us, Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge takes a look back at the year of the driver.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156479/commentary-10-things-to-take-away-from-the-year-of-the-driver
How trucking fleets can attract drivers.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10188124/5-ways-fleets-can-compete-for-truck-drivers-in-a-tough-labor-market
Many carriers are increasing driver pay to fill empty seats, and some are trying to change how drivers are paid altogether.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/310313/how-fleets-are-chasing-drivers-with-better-pay-and-quality-of-life
Despite projections of an economic slowdown, upcoming regulations could still require fleets to find large numbers of new drivers.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156251/commentary-regulatory-drag-and-the-driver-shortage
By awarding drivers with stock in the company, Daseke hopes to give them a sense of pride and ownership in their work - and improve retention.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157884/daseke-gives-drivers-a-stake-in-the-company
How trucking companies are approaching the recruiting, retaining and training of truck drivers in the midst of an ever-changing industry.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/279677/the-driver-series
While lowering the age of drivers may cause panic in the media, being smart about training young drivers can significantly reduce the risks.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156263/the-smart-road-to-younger-drivers
We’re on a path where tech developers and big companies decide what technologies get introduced, while workers and the public bear the cost.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/314890/commentary-are-autonomous-trucks-job-killersCall it what you will, the trucking industry is having trouble finding enough qualified drivers. But a crucial part of solving the shortage will require...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/303547/commentary-a-driver-shortage-by-any-other-name
Finn Murphy, author of "The Long Haul, a Trucker's Tales of Life on the Road," looks back over three decades of driving and the future of trucking.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/311066/qa-finn-murphy-author-of-the-long-haul
Pay is important, but oftentimes even more important are the things you do that make drivers feel valued and respected, observes Editor in Chief Deborah...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/279717/commentary-money-is-not-the-only-thing-that-speaks-to-truck-drivers
Trucking companies hiring inexperienced drivers may be opening themselves up to more risk than it's worth.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156260/the-risks-of-hiring-inexperienced-drivers
At Halvor and Swift, a focus has been placed on the driver to improve retention, writes Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157551/commentary-large-and-small-fleets-focus-on-the-driver
A. Duie Pyle's Customized Solutions Group aims to take the headaches of running a private fleet off of customers' hands. We talked to the head of CSG to...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156789/finding-and-keeping-drivers-in-a-duie-pyles-dedicated-fleet-business