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XPO launched a new Road Flex program for truckers
XPO has launched an off-road operation staffed exclusively by team drivers called Road Flex. According to a press release, the program is part of the company’s previously announced strategy “to leverage third-party transportation miles for increased efficiency, expected cost savings and improved customer service.” To support the program, the company is currently recruiting teams of […]
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New law aimed to make ELDT easier for truck drivers
After years of lobbying by the Owner-Operators Independent Driver Association and other groups, the entry-level driver accreditation rule went into effect in February 2022. However, now they want to cancel it. In July, Rep. Bob Goode of Virginia re-enacted the Trucking Workforce Improvement Act. The bill would remove a ruling by the Federal Motor Carrier […]
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DOT improves driving conditions for young truckers with new law
A new House bill aims to increase participation in the pilot program for young truckers aged 18-20. The DRIVE Safe Integrity Act will support new developments in the interstate trucking industry while advancing standards for safe driving. This law will be one of those that will help solve the problem of lack of truckers in […]
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Mostly owner-operators are satisfied with freight transportation
The polling of 500 U.S. owner-operators found that the trucking industry experienced increased their satisfaction. According to the report, about two-thirds (65%) of the owner-operators surveyed are now satisfied, and more than half (57%) said they are much more satisfied now than they were 2 years ago. Last year, more than three-quarters (77%) of the […]
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Pennsylvania bill will help port truck drivers
State legislators have renewed efforts to reimburse Pennsylvania companies for their tolls while transporting goods to and from ports along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. An analysis by the Port of Philadelphia found that shippers using the Port of New York/NJ achieved $167,000 in annual savings compared to Philadelphia. Shippers save $500,000 annually by using the port […]
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New bill could give more rights to under-21 truck drivers
The new bill aims to give more rights to truck drivers aged 18 to 20 working in the trucking industry. On January 10, 2023, Florida House of Representatives Brian Mast introduced the Ceasing Age-Based (CAB) Trucking Restrictions Act for shipping at offshore terminals. The bill aims to “cut unnecessary red tape” and “reopen the supply […]
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FMCSA creates a support page for entry-level truckers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration added a page to its website for those who want to join trucking. On December 22, the FMCSA updated the website of the registry of places providing driving knowledge. The new webpage consists of guidelines that drivers can take when choosing a driving service provider from among those listed […]
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Experts opinion on veterans role in cargo transportation
Military and cargo transportation experts are confident that the trucking industry is a great option for military personnel who want to make the transition to civilian life. Successful drivers have always been distinguished by the qualities of conscientious employees who not only do their job well, but are also able to help others if there […]
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Drivers lack in trucking industry remains high
Although the number of drivers needed by the U.S. transportation industry in 2022 is down slightly from last year, carriers still need more employees. The information was presented on Tuesday by American Trucking Association chief economist Bob Costello at the association’s annual management conference and exhibition in San Diego. «We estimate that there are about […]
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Truckers would receive overtime pay in one state
A law would allow truck drivers to be paid for overtime work. This is currently prohibited by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). On Thursday, Rep. Andy Levin, Michigan, announced a bill dubbed the Trucker Overtime Guarantee Act. The bill is designed so that truck drivers receive fair compensation for all the hours they work. […]
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