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January 10, 2025

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TDUSA’s Guide to Driver Recruitment Best Practices for 2025

Recruiting skilled drivers in 2025 goes far beyond simply posting job ads. The competition is fierce, and motor carriers need creative, cutting-edge strategies to ...

Allison Hughes, contractor relations manager at Bennett Family of Companies, shares her journey from a nontraditional background to becoming a key leader in logistics. Learn how her adaptability, data-driven approach, and dedication are shaping contractor relations in the trucking industry.

January 9, 2025

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Allison Hughes Thrives at Bennett Family of Companies After a Fast-Paced Introduction to Logistics

Allison Hughes’ career at the Bennett Family of Companies is a story of rapid adaptation and success. A graduate of the Truckload Carriers Association’s ...

The OOIDA Foundation's December freight market update indicates potential shifts in the freight industry.

January 6, 2025

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OOIDA Foundation Freight Market Update Highlights Potential Market Shift

The OOIDA Foundation has released its December freight market update, suggesting that an upcycle for the freight industry may be on the horizon. Building ...

ATRI has announced the 2025-2026 Research Advisory Committee members, featuring industry leaders from across the trucking sector

December 31, 2024

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ATRI Names Members for 2025-2026 Research Advisory Committee

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has announced the lineup of industry leaders appointed to its 2025-2026 Research Advisory Committee (RAC). These appointments, made ...

Dee Sova, a professional truck driver for Prime Inc., donates her $5,000 award from the Trucking Cares Foundation to Harmony House, a nonprofit in Springfield, Missouri, dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence.

December 30, 2024

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Dee Sova Donates $5,000 Prize to Domestic Violence Nonprofit Harmony House

Dee Sova, a professional truck driver for Prime Inc., recently directed her $5,000 award donation to Harmony House, a nonprofit organization in Springfield, Missouri, ...

December 30, 2024

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Schneider Drivers Honor Veterans Through Wreaths Across America Participation

Schneider National Inc. has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to honoring veterans by participating in the Wreaths Across America (WAA) initiative for the ...

The FMCSA has decertified four electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its approved list, requiring affected carriers to transition to paper logs or compliant logging software. Learn about the decertification and key dates for compliance.

December 17, 2024

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FMCSA Decertifies Four ELDs; Carriers Must Transition to Paper Logs or Logging Software

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently announced the removal of four electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its approved list. The following devices, ...

Compare Mack and Peterbilt trucks to discover their key differences and similarities. Learn about their performance, design, durability, fuel efficiency, and value to choose the truck that suits your needs best.

December 13, 2024

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Mack vs. Peterbilt Trucks: Key Differences and Similarities

When it comes to the trucking industry, Mack and Peterbilt are two powerhouse names that have earned the trust and loyalty of countless drivers. ...

The trucking industry shows signs of recovery heading into 2025, with positive employment growth in November. Despite challenges like hurricanes and strikes, recent job gains suggest the freight recession may be ending, offering cautious optimism for carriers.

December 12, 2024

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Positive Freight Market Outlook Confirmed by Employment Growth Heading into 2025

Following a challenging year marked by disruptive hurricanes, strikes at key ports, and a landmark presidential election, the trucking industry showed promising signs of ...

The DOT has proposed a temporary update to drug-testing regulations, addressing the delay in oral fluid drug testing. This amendment offers a short-term solution by requiring directly observed urine collections in scenarios where oral fluid tests are mandated but unavailable. Learn more about the proposal and how it impacts trucking regulations.

December 12, 2024

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DOT Introduces Temporary Update to Drug-Testing Regulations

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed a temporary amendment to its drug-testing regulation. This change focuses on situations where oral fluid drug ...