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Drivers•by Staff•June 1, 2018

Younger Truck Drivers Slightly More Prone to Turnover

Younger drivers leave jobs within the first six months at a higher rate than their older counterparts – but it might not be as big a difference as you think.

Fleet Management•by Evan Lockridge•June 1, 2018

Economic Watch: Unemployment Hits New Low; Manufacturing, Construction Up

The U.S. unemployment rate in May hit its lowest level since 2000, while other reports showed increased movement in the nation’s manufacturing sector and spending on construction hit a record high.

Safety & Compliance•by Staff•May 31, 2018

FHWA Clarifies What a Nondivisible Load Is

The Federal Highway Administration has provided a clarification on the federal definition of a nondivisible load in a response to the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association.

Safety & Compliance•by Deborah Lockridge•May 31, 2018

New Personal Conveyance Guidance Gives Flexibility to Find Truck Parking

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration just announced regulatory guidance that gives drivers a way to deal with one of the most vexing problems with the electronic logging device mandate – finding a safe place to park for the night – as well as clarification for ag haulers on the 150-air-mile exemption.

Safety & Compliance•by Staff•May 31, 2018

Large Navistar Recall Addresses Seat Belt Issue

Navistar is recalling certain 2018-2019 International truck models for an issue with a seat belt anchor part failing in a crash.

Fleet Management•by Evan Lockridge•May 30, 2018

Spot Rates Post Slight Gains Over Previous Week

National average spot market truckload rates moved slightly higher on the DAT Solutions network of load boards last week as both the number of posted loads and trucks also rose, amid signs of tighter capacity.

Equipment•by David Cullen•May 30, 2018

Michelin Aims to Recycle All Tires by 2048

At Michelin's Movin' On conference, the company announced goals to use 80% sustainable materials in its tires and produce 100% recyclable tires by 2048.

Safety & Compliance•by Staff•May 30, 2018

Navistar Recalls Certain HX Trucks for Stability Control Issue

Navistar has issued a recall for certain 2017-2019 model year International HX severe duty trucks for an improperly installed air supply line which could cause issues with the stability control.

Fleet Management•by Evan Lockridge•May 30, 2018

Economic Watch: GDP Revised Lower; Consumer Confidence, Employment Strong

The widest measure of U.S. economic growth was revised lower on Wednesday, according to newly released figures, while separate reports showed consumer feelings remain good and employers continue adding jobs.

Drivers•by Deborah Lockridge•May 29, 2018

Trucking Group to Challenge California Supreme Court's Independent Contractor Ruling

The Western States Trucking Association plans to challenge a California Supreme Court ruling that it says will effectively end the use of trucking owner-operators in the state.

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