Entries by Elijah Larson

Practical Ways Carriers Can Support Drivers’ Work-Life Balance

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.    […]

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What Drivers Want from Employers in 2026

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 […]

Strategies That Boost Driver Retention Right Now

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 […]

Fleet Safety in 2026: What Your Company Should Focus on

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 […]

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Strategies to Reduce Cost Per Hire for CDL Drivers

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 […]

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Building Strong Recruiting Partnerships: What Carriers Should Expect from a Quality-Focused Talent Partner

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 […]

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Truck Driver Sign-On Bonus Programs: How to Strengthen Recruitment and Retention in 2025

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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Safety Analytics & Accident Prediction: What Carriers Need to Know

In the trucking industry, safety is everything. Every mile driven represents a carrier’s responsibility to safeguard its drivers, cargo, and the people they share the road with.    As data collection technology grows more advanced, carriers have new opportunities to prevent accidents before they happen. Safety analytics and accident prediction tools are becoming a key part of that effort, […]