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Building a Veteran-Friendly Culture “One of our main goals is to foster a mindset that is ready for veterans,” stated David Harper, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former driver, who currently oversees military programs at Melton Truck Lines, Inc. “We achieve this by establishing connections for recruiting individuals transitioning from military service, as well as supporting the veterans already employed in various positions at our company.” Value of Veterans in the Workforce According to Harper, veterans constitute 30% of Melton’s workforce and are recognized as highly effective employees. “While drivers are a vital part of our transportation company, we…
Trucking Jobs Show Promising Growth as Market Conditions Improve Following impactful hurricanes, a significant port strike, and a crucial presidential election, the number of trucking jobs saw an uptick in November, reinforcing the notion that the lengthy freight recession may be approaching its conclusion. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that nearly 3,000 trucking positions were created in November. This development represented the fifth consecutive monthly growth in 2024 and marked the third increase within the last four months. David Spencer, vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics, commented to Land Line that the rise in higher-paying…
Cost for participants: $0. The CDL program initiated by Emerge Career, which began in 2022, also welcomes individuals recently released from incarceration. It has so far assisted approximately 50 graduates in securing employment within 90 days of obtaining their licenses, predominantly in Massachusetts and California. Securing employment remains a significant hurdle for those formerly incarcerated, with studies suggesting that around 60 percent struggle to find jobs. However, the trucking sector offers numerous opportunities, with about 3,000 job openings in Massachusetts and around 60,000 available nationwide. Gallant, 31, recently finished the online training and anticipates his release as early as February,…
In 2024, the trucking industry faced significant job losses, but by the final quarter of the year, employment began to stabilize, possibly indicating a resolution to the overcapacity issues that had troubled the sector for over two years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported a loss of 800 trucking jobs in December. This reduction represented the last of six decreases throughout 2024; however, job losses in the industry were limited to just two months during the final five months of the year. A surge of new truck drivers entered the workforce to capitalize on elevated rates following the pandemic.…
A group of trucking associations is urging governors in nine states to reconsider the Advanced Clean Trucks initiative and collaborate with the industry to explore more effective methods for reducing truck emissions. On December 17, eight state trucking associations sent a letter to the governors of nine states that have implemented Advanced Clean Trucks regulations, voicing their apprehensions regarding the new mandates. These associations represent motor carriers in Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Washington, addressing the current governors as well as Washington Governor-elect Bob Ferguson. Advanced Clean Trucks Overview The Advanced Clean Trucks…
halt on New Internal Combustion Vehicle Orders PORTLAND, Ore. — Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has announced a cessation of all new orders for internal combustion vehicles intended for registration in Oregon, as stated in their communication on December 20, 2024. Official Statement Mary C. Aufdemberg, Daimler’s general manager of product strategy and market development, conveyed this decision to Oregon truck dealers, emphasizing that “Effective immediately, DTNA is pausing all orders for new internal combustion vehicles.” Daimler’s Market Position According to the Willamette Week, Daimler’s Freightliner and Western Star brands lead the U.S. in large truck production, representing 40% of…
Dive Brief: A federal judge dismissed a New Mexico trucking company’s request on Thursday to block the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) independent contractor final rule for 2024. This decision represents a significant regulatory win for the Biden administration as it nears the end of its term. In the case Colt & Joe Trucking, LLC v. U.S. Department of Labor, the plaintiffs claimed that the DOL’s new rule forced them to terminate one of their four independent owner-operator drivers, leaving them unable to find a replacement. In their complaint filed in May 2024, they also contended that the DOL lacked…
The trucking industry is preparing for a significantly different regulatory landscape under a potential second term for Donald Trump compared to the recent four years of President Joe Biden’s leadership. Industry stakeholders, including carriers, are diligently watching and advocating for changes in regulations concerning safety, labor, and emissions as the Republican president-elect settles back into office. “I wouldn’t expect this administration to aggressively pursue increased regulations impacting our industry or others,” stated Chris Spear, President and CEO of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), in an interview with Trucking Dive. 1. ‘Speed Limiter Regulations Are Unlikely’ The ATA favors the implementation…
On Wednesday, California’s trucking sector engaged in discussions about the future of its vehicle lineup after the demise of the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule, which eliminated any state requirement to purchase zero-emission vehicles. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) effectively ended the ACF when it chose to withdraw its Clean Air Act waiver request to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). If approved, this waiver would have allowed the regulation to progress. However, the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule remains active and has received an EPA waiver. As a result, there is considerable uncertainty, with one certainty being the immediate…
David Heller, VP of government affairs for TCA, expressed curiosity about the relevance of past practices, noting to FleetOwner, “It may not be tied to a specific agency. For instance, two DOT regulations could be revoked even if they don’t impact trucking, to make way for a new regulation that does.” The “two-for-one” regulatory order had limited effects on new regulatory expenses, and Trump might consider a bolder approach in his next term. In December, he hinted at a “ten-for-one” order for future regulations. Transportation agencies will not pause in their regulatory efforts, even amid a slow period. Significant new…