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

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

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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

XPO names chief strategy officer for brokerage spinoff

Jared Weisfeld will help RXO set strategy, analyze growth opportunities and liaise with investors.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 15, 2022

Stevens Trucking to equip existing fleet with autonomous technology

The Oklahoma-based company plans to retrofit up to 500 trucks with Locomation’s technology, which uses a relay model pairing autonomous and driver-operated vehicles.

By David Taube • Sept. 14, 2022

XPO names CIO to replace Harik

Jay Silberkleit, who started with the company a decade ago, will take on the new role once the company’s RXO brokerage spinoff is complete.

By David Taube • Sept. 12, 2022

A California employment attorney talks AB5

Littler's Damon Ott weighs in on how carriers should prepare for the labor law's enforcement.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 12, 2022

US Xpress pursues corporate restructure following layoffs

The company seeks to save $25 million annually, mostly through previously announced job cuts.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 8, 2022

XPO truck brokerage spinoff names CFO

The C-suite for RXO “is now nearly complete,” according to incoming CEO Drew Wilkerson.

By David Taube • Sept. 7, 2022

‘A full-blown crisis’: East Coast truckers grapple with surging empties, lack of chassis

Congestion has exacerbated appointment and equipment issues at the Port of New York and New Jersey.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 6, 2022

Trucking braces for enforcement of California labor, climate laws

Drayage carriers face significant hurdles to comply with AB5 and upcoming emissions rules, Harbor Trucking Association CEO Matt Schrap said.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 31, 2022

High fuel prices push operating costs for trucking to record high: report

Rising costs “are beginning to have an adverse effect on the industry,” the ATRI said.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 30, 2022

Purdy Bros deal expands TL carrier’s Southeast presence

Multiple PS Logistics subsidiaries acquired assets to expand their networks this month.

By David Taube • Aug. 30, 2022

Universal Logistics settles worker misclassification claims, complying with AB5

The company has agreed to reopen its closed Compton, California, drayage business and provide millions of dollars in backpay.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 29, 2022

LTL carriers look to reduce third-party transportation costs

Fleets are using improved hiring, additional equipment and route optimizations to save money.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 29, 2022

US Xpress to lay off up to 10% of workforce in latest job cuts

The layoffs are part of an expansive cost-cutting plan that also involves pulling back on capital expenditures.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 24, 2022