Trucking companies are realigning hiring practices to focus on experienced drivers as the supply of student drivers falls dramatically because of COVID-19. The shift is a direct result of driving schools that have closed and…
Fleet size directly correlates with whether a carrier has a disaster plan in place to deal with emergencies such as a long-term pandemic, according to a new trucking industry study. The study, released by the…
Long-haul truck drivers spend many hours alone in the cab of a truck. However, there are times when there will be increased risk of exposure to COVID-19. For long-haul truck drivers, potential sources of exposure…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued a temporary waiver letting employers skip pre-employment drug testing for certain drivers as the economy works to recover from COVID-19 shutdowns. The waiver, which went into
Officers of National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) recently elected Kevin Jackson as chairman of the board of directors. Jackson is president and chief executive of Liquid Cargo Inc., based in West Palm Beach, Fla. Jackson…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on May 14 published a long-awaited final rule updating hours of service (HOS) rules for commercial motor vehicle drivers that offer the industry more flexibility. The final rule…
The Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association (TTMA) recently awarded EnTrans International its 2019 Plant Safety Award for safety programs at the company’s Athens, Tenn., facility. The TTMA awards are given annually based on plant safety data..
The convulsions that COVID-19 has sent through the economy and supply chain have made it imperative for carriers to diversify their customer base, shed weak areas of their business and adapt to changing retailer behavior.
Transcourt Tank Leasing is proud to announce the addition of Connor Lilley to its sales force in the role of Director of Business Development for the US, reporting to Vice President Shawn Rogers. Connor comes…
Hard costs, such as fuel, parts and labor are straightforward. Soft costs, which often are also hidden costs, can be more difficult for fleets to put their finger on. But, just because soft costs are…
In April, 27 State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) were closed, along with most government offices, due to COVID-19 concerns. If someone wanted to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and join the trucking industry, or…
For Jon England, president and chief executive of Transport Services of Sullivan, located about halfway between Indianapolis, Ind., and St. Louis, Mo., the coronavirus pandemic is not the first time he has been tested. In…
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