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    Marten Transport credits work-life balance as factor in driver hiring boost

    The carrier has increased its driver workforce by 15% over the past year, helped in part by an increase in starting wages.

    By • Aug. 1, 2022
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    JB Hunt: Recession fears have more drivers seeking employment at big fleets

    A softening spot market has pressured smaller firms' operations, pushing drivers to consider job changes.

    By • July 28, 2022
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    UPS targets feeder truck idle times in bid to reduce late deliveries

    A 10-minute improvement in delivery times translates to approximately $257 million in savings, said CEO Carol Tomé.

    By • July 26, 2022
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    AB5 protests quelled as Port of Oakland resumes operations

    The remaining protesters, under threat of a citation, have moved to "free speech zones" away from terminal gates.

    By • July 26, 2022
  • A large group of owner-operator truck drivers near the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach stage a protest against California's AB5 labor law.
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    Before Oakland, AB5 protests disrupted Los Angeles, Long Beach ports

    Picketing drivers prompted the mid-afternoon closure of one Port of Long Beach terminal on July 13, and drivers slowed traffic at other terminals’ truck gates.

    By • July 25, 2022
  • Officials close truck access to the Trapac terminal at the Port of Oakland, in response to an owner-operator led protest on July 18, 2022.
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    California poised to enforce AB5 despite driver concerns

    “It’s time to move forward, comply with the law and work together to create a fairer and more sustainable industry for all,” said the state’s economic development director in a statement.

    By • July 20, 2022
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    JB Hunt introduces West Coast transloading service targeting Los Angeles ports

    Less than a year after launching its first East Coast transloading service, J.B. Hunt is providing one on the West Coast next to the U.S.'s busiest ports.

    By , Sarah Zimmerman • July 19, 2022
  • Officials close truck access to the Trapac terminal at the Port of Oakland, in response to an owner-operator led protest on July 18, 2022.
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    Port of Oakland night gates close due to AB5 protests

    Protests at the port against California's landmark labor law are set to continue until at least Wednesday.

    By • July 19, 2022
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    Pitt Ohio expands into New York through deal with Teal's Express

    Pitt Ohio will integrate the LTL service provider's employees, equipment and facilities into its existing operations.

    By • July 19, 2022
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    US Foods to expand EV fleet as part of sustainability push

    The food service distributor also plans to reduce its miles driven and invest in alternative fuels to cut its carbon footprint. 

    By • July 18, 2022
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    Flashback: Most-read trucking stories of H1 2022

    Deals, rising fuel costs and recession fears were among the emerging trends in the first half of the year.

    By • July 18, 2022
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    California governor's office to explore trucking concerns on AB5

    The office noted, however, that the industry has had more than two years to prepare for compliance with the law.

    By • July 14, 2022
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    XPO spins off its brokerage arm

    XPO names brokerage spinoff RXO as it gears up for launch

    The planned brokerage services firm also recently named its chief information officer, adding to its leadership team.

    By • July 13, 2022
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    Flashback: Are empty miles a key KPI?

    As carriers big and small protect their margins, some seek to cut down on empty miles.

    By • July 12, 2022
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    Trucking groups to request stay of enforcement for California's AB5 law

    A coalition of more than 70 industry groups will express concerns with enforcement of the landmark labor law in a letter to the governor this week, according to a California Trucking Association official.

    By • July 11, 2022
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    Wayfair joins JB Hunt's AV truck pilot in Texas

    The furniture retailer's participation underscores J.B. Hunt and Waymo's ambitions to handle unwieldy and bulky freight.

    By • July 11, 2022
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    Walmart upgrades fleet tech to improve real-time visibility

    The retailer completed the rollout of the initiative in its 12,000-plus fleet of trucks in April.

    By • July 6, 2022
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    Capacity, labor constraints fuel trucking M&A race

    “If you want to grow, the strategic way to do that is to go acquire other companies,” Heartland Express CFO Chris Strain said.

    By • July 5, 2022
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    FedEx targets empty miles with Network 2.0 plan

    The LTL company working more closely with FedEx Ground will be a critical component in their parent company’s pursuit of more streamlined operations.

    By • July 5, 2022
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    Motive, Navistar partner to boost fleet visibility

    The collaboration will give businesses new insight into vehicle location, engine hours, and tire pressure.

    By • June 30, 2022
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    BNSF limits diesel, DEF shipments to California as congestion worsens

    The slowdown in fuel-related shipments comes as prices at the pump reach record heights.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • June 29, 2022
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    Covenant Logistics seeks new buyer after $45M California terminal sale goes awry

    The company is in “active discussions with other potential buyers but does not currently have an agreement to sell the terminal,” it said.

    By • June 29, 2022
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    EPES Logistics Services acquires freight brokerage A Cooper Logistics

    EPES said staff retention was a critical component of the deal.

    By • June 28, 2022
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    FedEx Freight's operating profit surges despite drop in shipments

    LTL providers have gained greater pricing discipline in recent years and are careful not to overbuild capacity, FedEx CFO Mike Lenz said.

    By • June 27, 2022
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    DB Schenker acquires USA Truck for $435M

    The deal would give DB Schenker significant trucking assets in the U.S., and take USA Truck into private hands.

    By , Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 24, 2022