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Walmart offers driver training to workers in 400-plus stores, distribution centers
The internal recruitment program is expanding from two training center locations to seven.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 19, 2023 -
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Former USA Truck CEO James Reed joins autonomous trucking firm Kodiak
The seasoned executive will serve as COO for the technology company as it seeks to develop its self-driving capabilities.
By David Taube • Jan. 19, 2023 -
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XPO hires Wall Street analyst as chief strategy officer
Longtime auto analyst Ali Faghri brings a wealth of experience and deep investor relationships, CEO Mario Harik said.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 17, 2023 -
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Truck driver in Maryland resorts to parking at funeral home
The incident underscores the increasing desperation of drivers amid a shortage of truck parking.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 17, 2023 -
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Large-scale trucking M&A could cool in 2023
A challenging economy may make major deals more difficult to execute.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 13, 2023 -
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Why some women don’t apply for trucking jobs
Job postings can inadvertently screen out potential applicants. Transflo CEO Renee Krug shares how to help change that narrative.
By David Taube • Jan. 12, 2023 -
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Q&AWhat trucking companies want in tomorrow’s executives — and why it’s hard to find
One executive recruiter said many boards want “specific talent from one of their direct competitors” that will immediately begin making a difference.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 12, 2023 -
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An inside look at how XPO uses technology in its terminals and trucks
Transport Dive toured one of the LTL carrier's largest facilities to see how it monitors its dockworkers and drivers in real time.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 10, 2023 -
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How women are breaking down barriers in the trucking industry
As the industry races to recruit more drivers, trade groups and the White House are among those working on solutions to attract diverse talent.
By Heather Larson • Jan. 10, 2023 -
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Apprenticeships open opportunities to trucking industry careers
Many carriers find the programs offer a way to bring diverse candidates, including veterans, into a driving career.
By Heather Larson • Jan. 9, 2023 -
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FMCSA rejects industry request to share hair testing results
The Trucking Alliance, which includes major players such as J.B. Hunt and Knight-Swift, plans to “continue to press the issue.”
By David Taube • Jan. 6, 2023 -
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Army veteran wins truck in federal push to recruit service members
Driver Ashley Leiva took home a new Kenworth as part of an initiative recognizing veterans who have recently joined the trucking industry.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 5, 2023 -
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Q&AATA leaders outline trucking’s 2023 priorities
President Chris Spear and Chair Dan Van Alstine share their vision for the next year in an interview with Transport Dive.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 4, 2023 -
CH Robinson ousts CEO in wake of layoffs, falling demand
The logistics giant terminated Bob Biesterfeld without cause. Its former board chair was named interim CEO on Jan. 1.
By David Taube • Jan. 3, 2023 -
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High fuel prices, driver constraints are likely to remain issues in 2023
Trucking industry wades through challenges in shadow of regulatory change.
By David Taube • Jan. 3, 2023 -
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The top trucking trends of 2022
Driver recruitment, economic concerns, investments in equipment and EVs were top of mind over the past year
By Larry Avila • Dec. 29, 2022 -
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Cost-cutting, regulatory roadblocks: Trucking’s top stories in 2022
The past 12 months saw conditions normalize while firms dealt with problems from overstaffing to cost escalation.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 27, 2022 -
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TuSimple will cut 25% of workforce, scale back freight lanes
The layoffs, part of a restructuring plan, cap a year of turmoil for the autonomous trucking startup.
By David Taube • Dec. 22, 2022 -
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GXO to close Wisconsin warehouse in February
The XPO-spin off will cease operations at the facility and lay off over 100 workers.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 21, 2022 -
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Filling the Driver's SeatMeet the federal contractor helping carriers put apprentices behind the wheel
Fastport, a Labor Department intermediary, celebrated a major milestone this year: its 20,000th apprentice.
By Colin Campbell • Dec. 16, 2022 -
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Ryder launches drop-and-hook service
The new service leverages its driver network and trailers on the COOP platform to help customers manage logistics needs.
By David Taube • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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Werner sees higher driver school costs amid recruitment push
Following acquisitions to onboard more drivers, some training schools faced setbacks, according to executives.
By David Taube • Dec. 7, 2022 -
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New scholarship for women pursuing CDLs honors industry leader
Drive It Forward funding honors Centerline Drivers' Sheila Castaneda.
By David Taube • Dec. 7, 2022 -
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The 7 top transport stories in 2022
Here’s a look at key issues facing the industry as it also shows signs of contraction.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 5, 2022 -
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Biden signs legislation preventing rail strike, lockout
The president said the law avoids “what, without a doubt, would have been an economic catastrophe at a very bad time in the calendar.”
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 2, 2022
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