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While the concept of defensive driving has been around for 50 years, in-cab driver training company Instructional Technologies Inc., makers of Pro-Tread,...
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/157773/new-defense-system-addresses-defensive-driver-training
Truck driver classification should be weighed in light of current waged hour laws, safety regulations and the Affordable Care Act
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156259/reassessing-the-independent-contractor
Even as multiple developments in California have made it harder for trucking companies to use owner-operators, at the federal level, the Trump...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/325879/federal-agencies-taking-more-business-friendly-tack-on-independent-contractor-cl
Not everyone’s cut out for the world of hauling flatbed, oversized, and extreme over-dimensional freight. But at Lone Star Transportation, it’s a...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/328775/women-drivers-take-on-oversize-freight-at-lone-star
How last-mile fleets can mitigate the pitfalls of the changing supply chain environment.
https://www.worktruckonline.com/10152540/driver-strain-daage-downtime
Changes to the entry-level driver training requirements are so substantial that they may be unrecognizable to some, requiring communication to drivers,...
https://www.worktruckonline.com/338905/changing-entry-level-driver-training-requirements
No one likes to spend the holidays at work, let alone on the road, far from family and friends. But, that’s the fate of many truck drivers. It’s hard, no...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157851/5-ways-truckers-can-enjoy-holidays-on-the-road
Success at last-mile delivery rides on fielding safety-focused and customer-oriented drivers.
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/10143123/what-it-takes-to-run-last-mile-delivery
Vnomics’ True Fuel is a monitoring device that encourages drivers to do better without getting on their nerves or taking away drivability, while providing...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156862/a-different-approach-to-fuel-efficiency-coaching
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.automotive-fleet.com/355042/qa-ai-expert-talks-autonomous-trucks
Keeping track of your fleet can be further complicated when using independent contractors. Roadrunner Freight decided to come up with its own solution.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/344164/roadrunner-freight-develops-app-to-increase-driver-communication
Find out the top four ways fleet managers can work with shippers to create a driver-friendly environment.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10154458/driver-retention-get-shippers-on-your-side
Are your truck drivers following these 12 tips to improve their miles per gallon?
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10174247/12-tips-for-truck-drivers-to-improve-mpg
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic that shut down spending in many industries in 2020, the demand for trucking remained strong. So did the demand for drivers....
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10150145/2021-hdt-fact-book-driver-trends-remain-consistent
The law is one thing, company policy another, but the relationship between driver and dispatcher is where reality happens.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156750/commentary-the-dark-side-of-electronic-logging-devices
Trucking startup aifleet is taking a new, tech-centric approach to slashing dwell time, getting drivers home, and bringing in revenue.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10172019/one-fleets-obsession-with-driver-happiness
Between drivers retiring without enough recruits to take their place, and demand rapidly growing, the need for qualified professionals is expected to...
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/343356/igen-appealing-to-a-new-generation-of-drivers
If your trucking company is relying on an “open-door policy” or even online surveys to get feedback from your truck drivers, you’re probably not doing enough.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10240801/closing-the-loop-on-driver-communication
The worst time to realize your trucking fleet’s safety program doesn’t measure up is when you’re answering attorneys’ questions in court or at a deposition.
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/313744/reducing-liability-is-good-but-safety-is-primary-goal
In an effort to help veterans, ABF Freight’s driver training program eases the transition into civilian life.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/338299/abf-freight-helps-veterans-ease-into-civilian-life
Knight-Swift Transportation has developed a new, immersive, hands-on training program for drivers, designed to real-world workflows during the onboarding...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10242317/from-slide-shows-to-simulations-how-knight-swift-modernizes-driver-onboarding
While the Indy race car drivers get the glory, they'd be high and dry without the team of drivers that get the race cars to the event.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/336279/truck-drivers-play-a-cruicial-role-on-indy-car-teams
In an era when the customer is king, the solitary truck driver is always the one at the end of the line.
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/156886/commentary-dont-blame-the-driver-blame-the-watermelon
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.automotive-fleet.com/156367/commentary-dont-leave-trade-schools-out-of-free-college-debate
The rules have changed regarding how fleets check potential drivers' drug and alcohol testing history.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10184682/driver-investigations-changing-in-2023
Why settle for simple electronic logging when it can serve as a total fleet management solution in a box?
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157623/elds-can-open-the-door-to-big-data
Most truck drivers believe there’s no time or space to fit fitness into their lifestyle but in reality, drivers do have the time and space to fit fitness...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/333466/commentary-how-truck-drivers-can-fit-in-fitness-on-the-road
There's much more to preventing tired or drowsy driving than just complying with federal hours of service rules. A sleep expert and author offers a few tips...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10129640/are-your-drivers-getting-enough-sleep
How trucking fleets can attract drivers.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10188124/5-ways-fleets-can-compete-for-truck-drivers-in-a-tough-labor-market
Changes to the entry-level driver training requirements are so substantial that they may be unrecognizable to some, requiring communication to drivers,...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/338905/changing-entry-level-driver-training-requirements
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
FMCSA’s guidance leaves the concept of personal conveyance open to interpretation, and that frequently leads motor carriers to trouble. Is PC worth it?
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10180899/personal-conveyance-is-it-worth-itBalanced tires and wheels have been shown to save fuel, but balancing can also save tires -- and money. Part four in Jim Park's five-part series for...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157445/what-you-should-know-about-tire-and-wheel-balancing
If you’re using automatic onboard recording devices to track driver hours of service under the grandfather clause of the electronic logging device mandate,...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/279772/one-thing-you-need-to-do-if-youre-using-grandfathered-aobrds
We tend to shake our heads and roll our eyes at the breathless coverage in the mainstream and tech media about “driverless trucks”. But there’s one good...
https://www.automotive-fleet.com/157682/commentary-can-autonomous-trucks-help-you-attract-fresh-talent
DTE Energy has invested in simulators, training videos, and more to ensure its drivers are prepared for any situation.
https://www.chargedfleet.com/10141952/embracing-simulations-to-enhance-fleet-safety
Truck drivers face many added risks, including some alarming correlations to numerous types of cancers. Here's how fleets can help drivers reduce the risk.
https://www.worktruckonline.com/10137211/how-to-help-truck-drivers-reduce-cancer-risks
Read about the pros and cons of potential solutions motor carriers can take to keep using independent contractor drivers under California's AB5 law,...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10186197/6-possible-strategies-for-trucking-fleets-to-respond-to-californias-ab5-restrict
Connor Hudziak was thrilled when he won a free trip to Western Star’s Bend, Oregon, proving grounds and customer center. But the best was yet to come.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10241223/how-an-unexpected-gift-turned-a-gamer-into-a-real-life-trucker
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.automotive-fleet.com/314890/commentary-are-autonomous-trucks-job-killers
While most of the impact of a winter storm will directly affect drivers, many of the disruptions can be prevented by a well-maintained and prepared fleet.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157905/preparation-the-key-to-handling-winter-weather
Electronic logging devices to track driver hours of service become mandatory in December 2017. Everything you need to know about compliance is spelled out...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/156658/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-elds
A new means of communicating has empowered drivers, technicians and fleet managers alike at Wilson Logistics.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10205667/fleet-talk-communication-technology-leads-to-employee-engagement-for-wilson-logi
Despite the three-year lead time of the final rule, the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is on track to launch Jan. 6, 2020. The top five questions are...
https://www.truckinginfo.com/344153/top-5-cdl-drug-alcohol-clearinghouse-faqs
There are steps fleets can take to offset productivity losses that can occur with the mandatory move to electronic logging devices.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/157569/elds-dont-have-to-be-a-productivity-killer
Starting January 2020, fleets that employ commercially licensed drivers will be required to use the FMCSA's new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. What will be...
https://www.worktruckonline.com/340409/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-drug-and-alcohol-clearinghouse
Find out how the largest beer and beverage distributor in New York City makes its demanding operation attractive to truck drivers.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10155023/manhattan-beer-distributors-invests-in-training-to-retain-driversBalanced tires and wheels have been shown to save fuel, but balancing can also save tires -- and money. Part four in Jim Park's five-part series for...
https://www.worktruckonline.com/157445/what-you-should-know-about-tire-and-wheel-balancing
As more drivers look toward regional haul as a more predictable trucking job, some fleets are adapting their operations to meet those expectations.
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10196482/a-happy-medium-how-drivers-influence-regional-freight-movement
Paper Transport purposefully narrowed its driver applicant pool, but somehow that has led to reduced turnover and exponential growth. How did they do it?
https://www.truckinginfo.com/10195890/how-a-for-hire-truckload-carrier-successfully-assesses-drivers