LAS VEGAS — The shortage of truck drivers will worsen as the economy recovers and as the federal government adds more regulations, so it is critical the industry retains current drivers and attracts younger ones to the profession, a panel of experts said here Tuesday.
October 9, 2012Special Coverage, Business
Driver Shortage Requires Industry Action, Experts Say
LAS VEGAS — The shortage of truck drivers will worsen as the economy recovers and as the federal government adds more regulations, so it is critical the industry retains current drivers and attracts younger ones to the profession, a panel of experts said here Tuesday.
October 9, 2012Business
Congress Relaxes CDL Rule to Help Veterans Find Jobs
A bill Congress passed last month would open more job opportunities for veterans by allowing members of the military to obtain commercial driver licenses in the states where they’re stationed, even if they are away from home, the bill’s supporters said.
October 8, 2012Perspective, Business
Opinion: Virginia’s Troops to Trucks Program
With the availability of so many recently discharged veterans, many of whom have operated heavy vehicles, and the need for qualified drivers, one would think that Washington would find a way to expedite the marriage of the availability with the need.
October 1, 2012Editorial, Business
Editorial: Improving Drivers’ Lives
The trucking industry took a pause from its busy, round-the-clock pace last week to recognize the essential role that drivers play, not only for their employers but also in the nation’s economy.
September 24, 2012Business
Appreciation Week Provides Industry Opportunity to Reward Truck Drivers
Trucking companies, associations, industry suppliers and other businesses took time out last week to recognize the 3.1 million men and women who drive trucks in the United States as part of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
September 24, 2012Business
Industry Marks National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Sunday kicked off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs through Saturday and celebrates America’s truck drivers.
September 18, 2012Business
Drivers Dreams Program Seeking Submissions
The Drivers Dreams program is seeking submissions from truck drivers for wishes the newly created program can make come true.
September 6, 2012Letters to the Editor, Business
Letters: Driver Turnover, Ferro Refuted
As I’m sitting here waiting 14 hours to start out on my 150-mile journey, I’m pondering your thoughts on driver turnover.
August 27, 2012Business
Nevada’s Smithen Wins Inspectors Title by Besting 49 Others at CVSA Contest
MINNEAPOLIS — Nevada Highway Patrol trooper Christopher Smithen admits he’s been feeling a little uncomfortable with the flood of compliments he’s received since being named the top commercial enforcement inspector in North America earlier this month.
August 20, 2012