Human Resources Challenger opening training academy May 27, 2019 CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Challenger Motor Freight has announced the opening of a driver training school, the Challenger Transportation Training Academy (CTTA). It’s been approved by the Ontario Ministry of Training,…
Business Management The challenge of finding and retaining employees in the trucking industry February 8, 2019 CALGARY, Alta. – Recruiting and retaining employees has become complex, and today, there are several steps companies need to take if they are going to find success in the new…
Business Management Titanium touts recruitment and retention success February 6, 2019 BOLTON, Ont. – Titanium Transportation Group says it grew its driver base by 14% in 2018, while limiting driver turnover to 18.6%. In the U.S., driver turnover is often more…
Business Management Recruitment workshops coming to Western Canada December 5, 2018 CALGARY, Alta. – Trucking HR Canada will hold a series of workshops in Western Canada to help employers recruit and modernize their workforce. The workshops will be held in partnership…
Business Management Best Fleets nominations now open September 7, 2018 MARKHAM, Ont. – Is the fleet you drive for one of the best? If so, now’s your chance to nominate them for the Truckload Carriers Association’s (TCA) Best Fleets to…
Human Resources Inaugural Recruitment & Resources Expo rolls out on Sept. 15 July 5, 2018 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Newcom Media will be hosting a series of recruitment & resources expos to address the industry’s significant workforce shortage. The inaugural edition will be held on Saturday,…
Regulations Proposed program will allow young military vets to drive on interstate routes July 4, 2018 OMAHA, Neb. – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is launching a pilot program to allow younger drivers to operate trucks on interstate routes. The three-year pilot program to allow…
Business Management Titanium increases driver pay for a second time June 5, 2018 BOLTON, Ont. – A second round of pay increases is coming to Titanium Trucking Services. The company announced it will be increasing its rates for its cross-border company drivers. The…
Business Management More work to be done February 26, 2018 Safety, training, and honesty keys to recruiting more women in trucking
Business Management Opinions mixed October 24, 2017 Panel voices concern, optimism for impact technology and Millennials will have on industry
TMW integrates TruckRight recruitment tool March 27, 2017 CLEVELAND, Ohio – TMW Systems has integrated TruckRight’s driver recruitment tool into its TMW.Suite platform, the company announced. Through the integration, driver data created or modified within the TruckRight portal…
Business Management US driver turnover drops sharply July 14, 2015 ARLINGTON, Va. — Driver turnover in the US dropped sharply in the first quarter, reaching its lowest levels in years. “Clearly, the decline in driver turnover in the first quarter…
Business Management HOW MAINTENANCE MANAGER OF THE YEAR CHRIS IVESON ATTRACTS TECHNICIANS July 7, 2015 Chris Iveson, the 2015 Fleet Maintenance Manager of the Year, hasn’t found a magic formula for attracting new and experienced technicians to Challenger Motor Freight. He has, however, been able…
Business Management Top Fleet Employers named by Trucking HR Canada June 8, 2015 OTTAWA, Ont. — Trucking HR Canada has announced the winners of its second annual Top Fleet Employers program, recognizing 22 carriers that offer the best workplaces in Canada’s trucking industry.
Business Management Humber College to host Trucking Career Day April 22, 2015 TORONTO, Ont. — Humber College is hosting a career day Apr. 25, for students looking to embark on a career as a professional driver and existing drivers looking for a…
