driver compensation News Updates

Business, Technology

Retention Begins When the Driver Applies

As many in the industry know, driver retention has historically been an issue – with no clear solution. In this whitepaper, we provide insight to driver demands and the strategies and tools carriers can implement to reverse the driver turnover trend.

April 8, 2018
Business

Driver Team Bonus Bolsters Covenant's Recruiting Efforts

Carriers have been increasing compensation to entice drivers to join their ranks, and one of them has developed a fresh approach to bonuses.

January 18, 2018
Business

Longhaul Driver Pay Jumps 1.6% in Third Quarter

Longhaul truck driver pay rose in the third quarter as the truckload market tightened over the summer, setting the stage for a lift in salaries in 2018, according to the National Transportation Institute.

November 9, 2017
Perspective

Opinion: ELDs, Market Changes Require Fleets to Review How They Pay Drivers

One trend over the past several years is “activity-based pay," which compensates drivers for required tasks other than driving, such as waiting to be loaded, loading or unloading trailers, washing trucks, or documenting their deliveries, to name a few.

September 25, 2017
Business

ATA Conducting Driver-Pay Survey

American Trucking Associations is conducting a driver-compensation study to provide accurate information on one of the industry’s largest expenses: driver pay and benefits.

May 23, 2014