Labor
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‘Egregious falsehoods and baseless insults’: Yellow, Teamsters exchange heated letters over network overhaul
The correspondence and a union memo shed more light on last week's blowup in talks.
By Colin Campbell • March 31, 2023 -
Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act reintroduced with bipartisan support
The bicameral legislation would invest hundreds of millions of federal dollars into more truck parking.
By Colin Campbell • March 29, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of NavistarTrendlineThe Trucking Outlook for 2023
Driver shortages, M&A and the need to replace aging fleets are among the topics that are top of mind for trucking executives.
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Teamsters to Yellow: Stop using purchased transportation
The union gave the company 30 days’ notice to “cease the use of PT,” saying it is no longer permitted under the National Master Freight Agreement.
By Colin Campbell • March 29, 2023 -
Teamsters reject Yellow’s resubmitted proposal for network overhaul
The union canceled a negotiation meeting with the company as the sides currently clash over a revised plan.
By Colin Campbell • March 27, 2023 -
Yellow to close 2 Ohio facilities as part of network overhaul
The LTL carrier plans to offer transfers to workers at the facilities in Akron and West Chester.
By Colin Campbell • March 24, 2023 -
US Xpress subsidiary will remain separate following Knight-Swift deal
Total Transportation of Mississippi will retain its brand, operations and workers once the acquisition closes.
By David Taube • March 23, 2023 -
Knight-Swift unveils new leadership for US Xpress as part of deal
Swift Transportation executives will take the reins of the acquired company as the Fuller family transitions out of executive roles.
By David Taube • March 21, 2023 -
Yellow to close Milwaukee terminal in May
The move is part of its plan to consolidate operations nationwide.
By Larry Avila • Updated March 20, 2023 -
FedEx Freight moves to rightsize fleet, limit hiring as volumes fall
The LTL unit is one of several carriers cutting costs in the face of weakening demand.
By Max Garland • March 20, 2023 -
Trucking groups question, resist Biden’s labor nominee over AB5
The American Trucking Associations and Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association focused on Julie Su’s involvement with California’s labor law.
By Colin Campbell • March 17, 2023 -
Yellow reduced workforce in the face of Q4 demand decline
The LTL carrier’s announcement followed a 25% drop last quarter YoY in tonnage.
By Colin Campbell • March 16, 2023 -
Volvo’s planned AV network recruits its first carrier
Dry van TL provider Ascend has reserved driverless trucks for long-haul runs in Texas.
By David Taube • March 15, 2023 -
US Foods touts volume gains, flexible workweek pilot
The food distributor’s emphasis on workforce retention is part of a long-term strategy to reduce costs and grow revenue.
By Larry Avila • March 10, 2023 -
Forward Air extends layoffs in cost-cutting move
The LTL carrier reduced its headcount by over 200 full-time workers in the past three months, according to a mid-market Q1 update.
By David Taube • March 9, 2023 -
Embark to lay off 70% of workforce as it explores exit strategy
The autonomous trucking startup is now weighing whether to close shop amid commercialization delays and market pressures.
By Edwin Lopez • March 7, 2023 -
Yellow to close 2 New York facilities, relocate workers amid network overhaul
The LTL carrier will offer many of the 120 affected employees the option to move to a larger Yellow regional distribution center.
By Colin Campbell • March 7, 2023 -
Filling the Driver's Seat
Why A. Duie Pyle execs answer drivers’ questions over breakfast
The LTL carrier's leadership believes employee engagement efforts help earn trust. Adding eggs and bacon to the mix doesn't hurt.
By Colin Campbell • March 3, 2023 -
Old Dominion reveals more of its succession plan
The LTL carrier will promote its SVP of sales to succeed COO Kevin "Marty" Freeman upon his July 1 ascension to CEO.
By Colin Campbell • March 1, 2023 -
Landstar chief commercial officer resigns, will serve as special adviser
Rob Brasher will earn $175,000 per year under a new contract, ending in June 2024.
By Colin Campbell • March 1, 2023 -
Carriers asked to weigh in on how recreational marijuana affects trucking
The American Transportation Research Institute wants to learn about the challenges facing the industry as more states move toward legalization.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 28, 2023 -
Filling the Driver's Seat
How Estes Express Lines engages with its drivers
The family-owned LTL carrier surveyed its workforce and implemented several of their suggestions to boost retention.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 23, 2023 -
Coyote Logistics lays off 6.8% of workforce
The UPS subsidiary will eliminate some positions as part of a reorganization effort, CEO Jonathan Sisler said in a statement.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 17, 2023 -
What’s ahead for the trucking industry in 2023
Driver constraints, M&A and the need to replace aging equipment are among the issues top of mind for trucking executives.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 17, 2023 -
Convoy to cut jobs, close Atlanta office
The layoffs come as the digital load board provider adjusts its customer service model and pushes profitability.
By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 17, 2023 -
Jones Logistics strengthens presence in 8 states with Nationwide Express purchase
The company’s latest deal opens opportunities in the warehousing and intermodal markets.
By David Taube • Feb. 9, 2023