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Marten Transport credits work-life balance as factor in driver hiring boost
The carrier has increased its driver workforce by 15% over the past year, helped in part by an increase in starting wages.
By David Taube • Aug. 1, 2022 -
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JB Hunt: Recession fears have more drivers seeking employment at big fleets
A softening spot market has pressured smaller firms' operations, pushing drivers to consider job changes.
By Colin Campbell • July 28, 2022 -
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UPS targets feeder truck idle times in bid to reduce late deliveries
A 10-minute improvement in delivery times translates to approximately $257 million in savings, said CEO Carol Tomé.
By Max Garland • July 26, 2022 -
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AB5 protests quelled as Port of Oakland resumes operations
The remaining protesters, under threat of a citation, have moved to "free speech zones" away from terminal gates.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 26, 2022 -
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Before Oakland, AB5 protests disrupted Los Angeles, Long Beach ports
Picketing drivers prompted the mid-afternoon closure of one Port of Long Beach terminal on July 13, and drivers slowed traffic at other terminals’ truck gates.
By Colin Campbell • July 25, 2022 -
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California poised to enforce AB5 despite driver concerns
“It’s time to move forward, comply with the law and work together to create a fairer and more sustainable industry for all,” said the state’s economic development director in a statement.
By Colin Campbell • July 20, 2022 -
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JB Hunt introduces West Coast transloading service targeting Los Angeles ports
Less than a year after launching its first East Coast transloading service, J.B. Hunt is providing one on the West Coast next to the U.S.'s busiest ports.
By David Taube , Sarah Zimmerman • July 19, 2022 -
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Port of Oakland night gates close due to AB5 protests
Protests at the port against California's landmark labor law are set to continue until at least Wednesday.
By Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2022 -
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Pitt Ohio expands into New York through deal with Teal's Express
Pitt Ohio will integrate the LTL service provider's employees, equipment and facilities into its existing operations.
By Max Garland • July 19, 2022 -
US Foods to expand EV fleet as part of sustainability push
The food service distributor also plans to reduce its miles driven and invest in alternative fuels to cut its carbon footprint.
By Kate Magill • July 18, 2022 -
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Flashback: Most-read trucking stories of H1 2022
Deals, rising fuel costs and recession fears were among the emerging trends in the first half of the year.
By Edwin Lopez • July 18, 2022 -
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California governor's office to explore trucking concerns on AB5
The office noted, however, that the industry has had more than two years to prepare for compliance with the law.
By Colin Campbell • July 14, 2022 -
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XPO spins off its brokerage armXPO names brokerage spinoff RXO as it gears up for launch
The planned brokerage services firm also recently named its chief information officer, adding to its leadership team.
By David Taube • July 13, 2022 -
Flashback: Are empty miles a key KPI?
As carriers big and small protect their margins, some seek to cut down on empty miles.
By Edwin Lopez • July 12, 2022 -
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Trucking groups to request stay of enforcement for California's AB5 law
A coalition of more than 70 industry groups will express concerns with enforcement of the landmark labor law in a letter to the governor this week, according to a California Trucking Association official.
By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2022 -
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Wayfair joins JB Hunt's AV truck pilot in Texas
The furniture retailer's participation underscores J.B. Hunt and Waymo's ambitions to handle unwieldy and bulky freight.
By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2022 -
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Walmart upgrades fleet tech to improve real-time visibility
The retailer completed the rollout of the initiative in its 12,000-plus fleet of trucks in April.
By David Taube • July 6, 2022 -
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Capacity, labor constraints fuel trucking M&A race
“If you want to grow, the strategic way to do that is to go acquire other companies,” Heartland Express CFO Chris Strain said.
By Colin Campbell • July 5, 2022 -
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FedEx targets empty miles with Network 2.0 plan
The LTL company working more closely with FedEx Ground will be a critical component in their parent company’s pursuit of more streamlined operations.
By Max Garland • July 5, 2022 -
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Motive, Navistar partner to boost fleet visibility
The collaboration will give businesses new insight into vehicle location, engine hours, and tire pressure.
By David Taube • June 30, 2022 -
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BNSF limits diesel, DEF shipments to California as congestion worsens
The slowdown in fuel-related shipments comes as prices at the pump reach record heights.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 29, 2022 -
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Covenant Logistics seeks new buyer after $45M California terminal sale goes awry
The company is in “active discussions with other potential buyers but does not currently have an agreement to sell the terminal,” it said.
By Colin Campbell • June 29, 2022 -
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EPES Logistics Services acquires freight brokerage A Cooper Logistics
EPES said staff retention was a critical component of the deal.
By David Taube • June 28, 2022 -
FedEx Freight's operating profit surges despite drop in shipments
LTL providers have gained greater pricing discipline in recent years and are careful not to overbuild capacity, FedEx CFO Mike Lenz said.
By Max Garland • June 27, 2022 -
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DB Schenker acquires USA Truck for $435M
The deal would give DB Schenker significant trucking assets in the U.S., and take USA Truck into private hands.
By Edwin Lopez , Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 24, 2022
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