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Information on the latest products and practices and even tales from the road offering insight into the all-important fleet asset of the driver. This category helps fleets gauge their own policies surrounding drivers and learn how others maximize recruitment and retention.

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FMCSA task force finds carrier lease-purchase agreements weaken trucking industry

Jeremy Wolfe

Jan. 23, 2025

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Vaughn: Santa is a truck driver at heart

Steve Vaughn

Dec. 23, 2024

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Ocean State Job Lot truck driver getting into truck

Operations

Multiple months of no accidents or injuries were achieved by this fleet after revamping its safety program

Jade Brasher

Dec. 17, 2024

Ocean State Job Lot, a New England-area retail store, decided to build a safety culture through driver input, coaching, and technology. The fleet now has multiple months of zero...

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Operations

Top carriers slash spending to focus on pricing power

Geert De Lombaerde

Feb. 12, 2025

A data analysis indicates a 4% increase in the likelihood of fatal car accidents surrounding Valentine’s Day compared to an average day.

Safety

Beware: Valentine’s Day travel is most dangerous in these states

Jade Brasher

Feb. 12, 2025

Stay ahead in the trucking industry: Join the Run on Less Bootcamp for powertrain solutions and decarbonization insights

IdeaXchange

Roeth: Let’s get educated on alternative fuel solutions

Michael Roeth

Feb. 12, 2025

Unpacking truck driver detention: Impact on productivity, safety, and strategies for reduction

IdeaXchange

Fontana: Communication, cooperation could be key to easing driver detention

Gino Fontana

Dec. 17, 2024

In a perfect world, there would be no detention delays. But reality is different, and communication and cooperation across the supply chain are the best ways to try to reduce ...

For the Driver

How to Christmas shop at a truck stop

Jenna Hume

Dec. 13, 2024

Truck stops offer more Christmas shopping possibilities than most would think.

Operations

Why independent contractor rules matter for trucking

Jeremy Wolfe

Dec. 9, 2024

The DOL's independent contractor rule affects a key demographic of truckers and has impacts far beyond FLSA. Here's how it is impacting trucking.

News

Bill to simplify carrier background checks moves ahead

Jeremy Wolfe

Dec. 5, 2024

A single load can require a driver to have both a TWIC card and hazmat endorsement through TSA, resulting in redundant fees, appointments, applications, and waiting times for ...