Incoming RXO CEO talks brokerage strategy ahead of spinoff

Drew Wilkerson, who will lead the business following the Nov. 1 split from XPO Logistics, says he is focused on organic growth.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 27, 2022

‘Leaving talent on the table’: Buttigieg urges trucking to recruit more women drivers

The transportation secretary called the gender disparity “mathematical madness” amid a driver shortage.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 26, 2022

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ATA president touts legal, legislative victories in MCE address

American Trucking Associations chief Chris Spear highlighted the industry's fights over the vaccine mandate, truck tolling and infrastructure.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 25, 2022

Driver shortage eases slightly in 2022 but relief likely temporary, ATA reports

The industry is short about 78,000 drivers, an improvement from last year’s 80,000-person gap estimate, the group’s chief economist said.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 25, 2022

Filling the Driver’s Seat: A look back at recruitment efforts

Here's how the trucking industry is adapting to a leaner labor market.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 24, 2022

How Yellow plans to train 1,000 drivers by the end of 2022

As the carrier expands its private driver academy network, it is relying heavily on safety trainers like Rich Frazer.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 18, 2022

‘The customer is not always right’: Staffing firm pays $550K to settle discriminatory hiring lawsuit

The firm allegedly complied with gender- and race-based staffing requests from clients, which included a trucking company.

By Laurel Kalser • Oct. 18, 2022

5 trucking behaviors are strongly linked to future crashes: ATRI

A truck driver with a prior crash involvement had a 113% increased likelihood of a future crash, according to the report.

By David Taube • Oct. 17, 2022

RXO finalizes C-suite ahead of spinoff with accounting hire

Jason Kerr will serve as chief accounting officer and assist in the pure-play brokerage’s split from XPO Logistics.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 14, 2022

Ryder turns to social media for maintenance tech hiring push

COVID-19 disrupted retention efforts and one of the carrier's school hiring pipelines.

By David Taube • Oct. 13, 2022

Labor Department proposes changes to worker classification rules

The proposal comes just months after the Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to a California law that stands to reclassify owner-operators as employees.

By Ryan Golden , Colin Campbell • Updated Oct. 12, 2022

How the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian

Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed supplies in the storm’s aftermath.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 10, 2022

Werner execs say Baylor Trucking deal checked all the M&A boxes

A deal that started from conversations at industry meetings is now expected to bring perks for both companies.

By David Taube • Oct. 5, 2022

Trucking voices press FMCSA on hair testing as agency awaits health ruling

Dozens of stakeholders participated in the agency's call for comments on the drug testing method. Here's a roundup of notable contributions.

By David Taube • Oct. 4, 2022

Werner acquires Baylor Trucking

Baylor will remain a stand-alone company within Werner, bringing 234 drivers and 200 trucks into the fold.

By David Taube • Oct. 3, 2022

Flashback: Execs share lessons, solutions with peers at FTR conference

An array of businesses recently shared how they’re navigating volatile market conditions and staffing challenges.

By David Taube • Oct. 3, 2022

XPO names chief HR officer for brokerage spinoff

Heidi Ratti will begin her role with RXO when the spinoff is complete.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 30, 2022

Recruitment and retention becomes a costly challenge for trucking, execs say

Companies are paying more to onboard new drivers and provide them the flexibility they want, two carriers said during the FTR annual conference.

By David Taube • Sept. 29, 2022

Stoughton Trailers uses robotic welding to build chassis amid labor woes

Staffing challenges have changed the ROI on automation for the OEM, which projects strong demand to continue through 2023. 

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 29, 2022

Walmart hiring 1,500 full-time truck drivers as part of holiday hiring spree

The retailer has upped its efforts this year to strengthen its truck driver pipeline for the holiday season and beyond.

By David Taube • Sept. 27, 2022

OOIDA asks Biden to end vaccine mandate at US border

The mandate has pushed some trucking companies to rethink operations, OOIDA President Todd Spencer said in a letter Monday.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2022

Daseke hires Pilot Thomas Logistics exec as next CFO

Aaron Coley will replace Jason Bates, who resigned last week, the flatbed and specialized carrier said in a securities filing.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 26, 2022

Changing driver profile requires new retention strategies, experts say

Understanding the needs of an increasingly diverse workforce can help carriers cut down on turnover, according to the head of the National Transportation Institute.

By David Taube • Sept. 22, 2022

High schools aim to teach next generation of truck drivers

A California high school added a program to give students behind-the-wheel experience. Now other schools are looking to follow suit. 

By Heather Larson • Sept. 20, 2022

How a small 3PL is managing big growth

Full Tilt Logistics is using technology and a strong company culture to its advantage as it expands its fleet.

By Amanda Loudin • Sept. 19, 2022