Every trucking company faces the challenge of hiring qualified drivers while controlling recruiting expenses. However, a tight budget shouldn’t mean settling for slow hiring or candidates who don’t align with your operational needs. With the right focus and thoughtful planning, you can improve your driver recruitment results while spending less. Below are 8 practical and budget-friendly strategies tailored to carriers […]
For many fleets, January feels like a welcome rest after the intensity of the holiday shipping season. Freight volumes often soften, customer demand stabilizes, and operations slow down compared to the final months of the year. While some carriers may treat this period as downtime, others recognize it as a valuable opportunity. Fleets that use […]
Work-life balance has become a defining factor in driver satisfaction and long-term retention. While trucking will always involve time on the road, today’s drivers are increasingly selective about employers who respect their time, health, and personal commitments. Carriers that prioritize balance are better positioned to attract experienced drivers, reduce burnout, and build a more engaged workforce. […]
As the trucking industry moves into 2026, drivers are becoming more vocal and more selective about what they expect from employers. Competitive pay will always matter, but today’s drivers are looking beyond a paycheck alone. Quality of life, respect, transparency, and long-term stability are now central to how drivers evaluate a job. Drivers have more […]
Driver retention continues to be one of the most pressing challenges for trucking companies. While recruiting new drivers is essential, retaining experienced ones is often more impactful and cost effective. Every driver that departs represents lost knowledge, disrupted operations, and additional hiring costs for your company. However, it’s important to recognize that boosting retention does not always require sweeping operational changes. By focusing on benefits […]
As 2025 wraps up, fleet safety remains a central pillar of successful trucking operations. With evolving regulations, advanced technologies, and shifting industry expectations, companies should refine their safety strategies to protect drivers, strengthen compliance, and reduce risk exposure. Keep reading to explore key developments shaping fleet safety today and four essential components that […]
For carriers and recruiters in the trucking industry, keeping a close eye on recruitment costs is more important than ever. The metric you’ll need at the center of your hiring strategy is Cost Per Hire (CPH). By understanding exactly what goes into this number, and the ways you can strategically lower it, you can improve hiring efficiency, reduce wasteful […]
In a challenging hiring market, the right recruiting partner can make the difference between constant turnover and long-term driver retention. Carriers rely on these partnerships to support capacity, streamline hiring processes, and improve the overall driver experience. However, not all recruiting partners operate with the same priorities. Some focus on volume, promising high applicant counts without considering whether […]
Wreaths Across America is a nationwide effort to remember our fallen heroes, honor those who serve, and teach the value of freedom. Each December, volunteers place wreaths on headstones at national and state veterans’ cemeteries and other locations across the country. Truck drivers and carriers play an integral role in this mission every year, […]
In a labor market where demand for qualified CDL drivers remains consistently high, a well-constructed sign-on bonus program can be a powerful tool for recruiting quality talent. However, if a bonus program is implemented without clear objectives, potential outcomes, or sufficient communication, it can instead become an expensive initiative that fails to generate long-term […]
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