Carriers that provide paid lodging for drivers said sleeping in hotel rooms not only improves their quality of rest, but also provides them with a greater sense of security. Steve Bramble, director of talent acquisition […]
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When Bill McNamee, a professional truck driver for Carbon Express, first learned he’d be sleeping in hotel rooms while out on the road rather than in a sleeper berth, he thought the concept was strange. […]
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“If you’re in that so-called ‘final-mile’ phase, you might want smaller, more nimble vehicles. There are intermediary steps where products are moving into and out of distribution centers that may rely on traditional tractors and […]
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Transportation and logistics providers said they were able to meet the increased e-commerce demand for rapid, free shipping this past holiday season through a mix of new technologies and advanced preparation. “People are judging us […]
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There often is a unique closeness among employees at trucking companies that is difficult to find in other industries. For a number of trucking fleets, that closeness has been fostered by being family-owned for multiple […]
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A growing economy and strong new truck sales have increased demand for aftermarket parts, creating supply challenges. Truck manufacturers and component suppliers said they’re working to alleviate pressure on the industry by expanding offerings, improving […]
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