Old Dominion CEO to retire

Kevin “Marty” Freeman will succeed Greg Gantt as the LTL carrier's next president and chief executive.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 31, 2023

Labor woes expected to persist for trucking fleets in 2023

Industry leaders weigh how to address an aging workforce as labor laws threaten the owner-operator model.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 31, 2023

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The 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.

By Transport Dive staff

Uber Freight, other carriers train drivers to spot signs of human trafficking

Fleets are continuing their work with Truckers Against Trafficking, which has now trained over 1.5 million drivers.

By David Taube • Jan. 30, 2023

Estes Express Lines president shares plans for trucking company’s future

Webb Estes, the family's fourth generation of leadership, outlined his approach in an interview with Transport Dive.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 30, 2023

With drivers scarce, Bob’s Discount Furniture focused on retention

The furniture retailer's pandemic-era playbook might offer a solution for other companies as demand ebbs.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 27, 2023

RE Garrison Trucking grows produce industry services through new acquisition

Boaty’s Transport founder Michael Boatwright is retiring as part of a transition that will keep the brand intact.

By David Taube • Jan. 26, 2023

OEMs poised for improvement in 2023

Supply chain disruptions are becoming less severe, but Volvo Trucks North America and analysts still note continuing risks.

By David Taube • Jan. 25, 2023

Lag times, labor shortfalls and leasing: What’s affecting waste fleet management in 2023

Some supply chain snags that made it harder to procure trucks and parts could ease, but skilled maintenance workers are still in high demand.

By Maria Rachal • Jan. 25, 2023

JB Hunt pays nearly $9M in appreciation bonuses

The payout marks the second consecutive year drivers, maintenance technicians and full-time hourly employees will get extra cash.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 24, 2023

Yellow reached goal of 1,000 driving academy graduates in 2022

The carrier’s workforce strategy is built on its privately operated academies, which are located in more than a dozen states.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 24, 2023

US Xpress names new president of dedicated

Julie Van de Kamp takes on the role, continuing a more than 15-year tenure with the carrier.

By David Taube • Jan. 23, 2023

Trucking conferences to watch in 2023

Trucking professionals have a host of conference options to choose from this year.

By A.B. Brown • Jan. 23, 2023

Bay & Bay brings in new president, touts executive’s safety track record

Lisa Gonnerman has over 30 years industry experience and is recognized for her safety work at companies such as Ruan.

By David Taube • Jan. 20, 2023

Ryder to cut 800 jobs in Texas as client shifts work to other 3PLs

The layoffs involve a site for Applied Materials, which has pursued broad supply chain changes to meet customer demand.

By David Taube • Jan. 19, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

What 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

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

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

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

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