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News•by Staff•August 19, 2019

Uber Freight Improves Portal and App Experience for Carriers

Uber Freight announced a new web portal and redesigned app that aims to streamline the booking experience for carriers of all sizes.

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Articles•by Stephane Babcock•August 15, 2019

ABF Freight Helps Veterans Ease Into Civilian Life

In an effort to help veterans, ABF Freight’s driver training program eases the transition into civilian life.

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News•by Staff•August 14, 2019

Uncertain Trucking Environment Puts Hold on Driver Pay Hikes and Capacity Additions

In its second quarter recruiting and retention survey, Driver iQ found signs that with signs of a weakening freight environment and economy, most fleets are unlikely to increase driver compensation or add capacity to combat driver turnover within the next few months.

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Articles•by Sergio Rojas•August 8, 2019

How Truck Drivers Can Stay Hydrated – and Why it's Important

When it comes to hydration, truck drivers seem to have a conflict of interest. Most drivers believe they cannot drink much water because it will lead to more bathroom breaks, which affects not only their ability to make on-time deliveries, but also their earnings.

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News•by Staff•August 6, 2019

Early-Stage Driver Turnover on the Rise

Stay Metrics data shows that truck drivers hired in June of 2018 only stayed with their new carrier for an average of 216 days before quitting.

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Articles•July 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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News•by David Cullen•July 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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Articles•July 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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News•by David Cullen•July 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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News•by Staff•July 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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