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ArticlesJuly 31, 2019

What’s Trending from the ‘Best Fleets to Drive For’

Here’s a look at what “trending” programs the Best Fleets have implemented to improve driver workplace satisfaction and are seeing results from.

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Newsby David CullenJuly 26, 2019

Feds: No Need to Pay Truck Drivers for Off-Duty Time Spent in Sleeper Berth

The U.S. Department of Labor now holds that truck drivers need not be compensated for any time in which "drivers are relieved of all duties and permitted to sleep in a sleeper berth."

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ArticlesJuly 25, 2019

When Is a Truck Driver an Employee or a Contractor?

The law regarding independent contractors in California has drastically changed over the past year, potentially creating a substantial amount of monetary risk for trucking companies.

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Newsby David CullenJuly 24, 2019

ATA: Truck Driver Shortage Threatens Supply Chain

ATA sees the truck driver shortage as a problem for the entire supply chain as 71.4% of all freight tonnage is moved by truck.

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Newsby StaffJuly 24, 2019

FMCSA Proposal Aims to Reduce Burden and Costs on CDL Applicants

The FMCSA has announced a proposed rule that would allow applicants to take general and specialized knowledge tests in a state other than the applicant’s state of residence.

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Newsby StaffJuly 19, 2019

IIHS Urges Caution on Younger Truck Driver Pilot Programs

IIHS is urging FMCSA to use caution before any expansion of its pilot program allowing truck drivers under 21 to participate in interstate commerce.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2019

Despite Soft Freight Environment, Drivers Still In Demand

Turnover rates at large and small truckload carriers remain at lower levels despite a soft freight environment, according to the latest numbers tracked by American Trucking Associations.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJuly 16, 2019

Truck Drivers Play a Crucial Role on Indy Car Teams

While the Indy race car drivers get the glory, they'd be high and dry without the team of drivers that get the race cars to the event.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsJuly 12, 2019

How to Use Facebook to Retain Drivers

Driving a truck can be a lonely, stressful job. But no driver has to be completely isolated in the age of social media. Facebook, in particular, can be a powerful tool in making drivers feel like they’re part of a team and connected to family and friends even on the road.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJuly 3, 2019

The Art & Science of Mountain Driving

A truck driver can drive down a mountain 100 times too slowly, but only once too fast. An inexperienced driver on a steep grade could spell disaster unless properly trained.

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