Tenstreet Market Index: Positive Driver Hiring Outlook
You may remember from our last dispatch on the driver market that conditions in the industry were looking challenging for carriers in the year since COVID-19 hit the U.S. While many carriers are still working to get their businesses back to where they once were, we’re pleased to report that we’ve seen several positive industry-wide […]
The Benefits of a Driver Safety Incentive Program
Highways are a vital logistical component of the economy. However, they pose a real and tangible risk to the people who make the open roads their occupation. This risk is shared with the fleets the drivers work for, and while they may not be affected by the physical aspects of an accident, they will suffer […]
Driver Safety Training for Trucking Companies
Driver safety training is an essential component of fleet management to ensure public safety, driver safety, and company assets protection. To ensure your drivers – and others they share the road with – reach their destinations, training and proactive defensive driving are critical. With a simple search for “driver safety course near me,” you’ll come across […]
The Case For Driver Rewards Programs
Tenstreet has long been in the business of promoting rewards programs to carriers to increase retention and keep drivers happier. One of the most common questions we get is, “Why rewards?” Doesn’t it make more sense to just give drivers more cash? If your wages are already competitive, the answer is no. In an article […]
How to Fund a Rewards Program Without Increasing Your Budget
One of the most challenging aspects of setting up a rewards program at any carrier is funding it. Where does the money to invest in one of these programs come from? Let’s say you’ve read our case for a rewards program, and you’re convinced. How do you find the money to make it happen? The […]
What is a DOT Physical?
If you’re looking to become a driver that operates a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to transport either passengers or freight, you might not be aware of the physical stress involved in the job. To ensure that you’re capable of performing your duties and can drive commercial vehicles in a safe and secure manner, you’ll most […]
How to Become an Owner Operator
If you’re considering becoming a truck owner operator, there are several factors and details that need to be weighed before you make a final decision. At some point in most truckers’ lives, they’ve thought of getting their own rig and hitting the road as an independent services owner operator. However, many are left wondering, “what […]
CDL Endorsements: Everything You Need to Know
As a truck driver, you have a lot of opportunities in front of you. While you can stick to hauling general freight, you can significantly increase your earning potential by accepting different types of cargo. Depending on your commercial driver’s license’s (CDL’s) class, you may be able to obtain various trucker endorsements that can have […]
How to Become a Truck Driver: The Essential Guide
If you’re looking for a career without a cubicle and a chance to see the country, you might consider becoming a truck driver. It’s a great option if you have a little bit of wanderlust and don’t mind long drives away from your home base. You’ll have a chance to live on the road, meet […]
The Power of a Pulse Message
The driver recruiting landscape has seen massive changes since the spread of COVID-19 in the United States. Application volumes since mid-March are down 15-20% in both experienced and student drivers, making an already present driver shortage more acute for carriers of every size. Now more than ever, recruiting departments are competing against other carriers for […]
