Teamsters, ABF Freight reach tentative deal on new labor contract

The proposed contract for about 8,600 drivers, dockworkers and other employees includes wage increases, improved benefits and better working conditions, the union said.

By Colin Campbell • June 7, 2023

Teamsters balk at Yellow’s work rules, purchased transportation proposals

Without guaranteed raises, the requests are a "one-way street in favor of the Company," Teamsters National Freight Director John Murphy said.

By Colin Campbell • June 7, 2023

The risks and rewards of AV investment by trucking firms

Success could radically transform an industry, but multiple self-driving tech companies have had to sell assets and drastically cut staff.

By David Taube • June 5, 2023

Long-distance trucking jobs to shrink by 50K this year: ACT

"We're taking out capacity at a rate we've never seen before," said ACT Research VP Tim Denoyer.

By David Taube • June 2, 2023

J.B. Hunt awards $1.2M in driving safety bonuses

The Arkansas-based carrier honored 84 drivers for reaching million miles without an incident in 2022.

By Larry Avila • June 2, 2023

Cummins to acquire 2 commercial vehicle manufacturing plants

The purchase of the sites from global auto supplier Faurecia will help Cummins secure key supplies long-term and advance efforts for net-zero emissions.

By David Taube • June 1, 2023

Teamsters members authorize strike at ABF Freight

More than 97% of the carrier's 8,000 unionized employees voted to strike if the union deems necessary.

By Colin Campbell • May 25, 2023

‘The way to go’: Student testimonials from Roadmaster Driving School aid recruiting efforts

The training program uses social media to celebrate graduates and share their reasons for pursuing a future in trucking.

By Colin Campbell • May 25, 2023

Ryder secures new headquarters amid increased remote work shift

The relocation will keep the company’s roots in South Florida after it sought a smaller footprint.

By David Taube • May 25, 2023

Young people are a key solution to trucking’s driver shortage

The industry appears mostly ready to embrace an established apprenticeship program for 18- to 20-year-olds with some program modifications, writes Truckload Carriers Association President Jim Ward.

By Jim Ward • May 24, 2023

US Xpress’ Eric Fuller to take job at business accelerator

With the new position, the seasoned trucking executive will focus his efforts on recruiting and mentoring entrepreneurs on a national scale.  

By David Taube • May 22, 2023

Werner loses appeal in Texas crash involving around $100M in liability

A final judgment of $92 million against the carrier, plus interest, is being covered mostly by insurance, according to a quarterly filing.

By David Taube • May 22, 2023

Old Dominion promotes CFO to EVP

The carrier's elevation of Adam Satterfield will take place amid a flurry of other C-suite changes.

By Colin Campbell • May 19, 2023

TuSimple to cut approximately 30% of workforce

The move follows a restructuring and layoff announcement from five months ago.

By David Taube • May 18, 2023

CH Robinson lays off another 2% of its workforce

The freight broker eliminated 300 jobs primarily in shared services and non-engineering tech roles last week, a spokesperson told Transport Dive.

By Larry Avila • May 17, 2023

Yellow ‘leaning into pricing’ as Teamsters block use of purchased transportation

Negotiations between the carrier and the union have not resumed since breaking down in March, a Teamsters spokesperson told Transport Dive.

By Colin Campbell • May 17, 2023

Driver pay is moderating, Werner says

Trucker wages aren't increasing as rapidly as they did during the pandemic, according to The National Transportation Research Institute.

By David Taube • May 15, 2023

Old Dominion’s declining headcount could shrink further

The LTL carrier's workforce could fall by as much as 10% YoY by June's end.

By Colin Campbell • May 10, 2023

DOT approves use of oral fluid drug tests in trucking

The newly approved drug screening measure could lower costs for carriers, but several medical groups suggested the change could do the opposite.

By David Taube • May 8, 2023

XPO expects $50M in savings from headcount cuts

The LTL carrier said additional workforce reductions this year will come primarily through attrition.

By Colin Campbell • Updated May 5, 2023

Old Dominion names operations SVP after losing exec to XPO

The carrier promoted regional sales VP Christopher Kelley to the job.

By Colin Campbell • May 2, 2023

FedEx Freight to close 29 locations, furlough more workers

The LTL unit has been cutting costs and streamlining its network as demand continues to decline.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2023

Covenant buys Arkansas-based poultry carrier for $100M

The carrier bought Lew Thompson & Son Trucking and its approximately 225 trucks, with plans to expand the company's service reach.

By David Taube • May 1, 2023

‘Too busy with the storm’: TFI says Teamsters talks delay possible ArcBest acquisition

Despite the slowdown in progress, the carrier noted an acquisition "of size" could come later this year.

By Colin Campbell • April 28, 2023

How Knight-Swift’s deal with US Xpress unfolded

Industry lawyer Mark Scudder played a pivotal role in bringing the two carriers toward the sale, according to a securities filing.

By David Taube • April 28, 2023