Driving in Adverse Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide
Adverse driving conditions pose a challenge for any driver, and the heavier the vehicle, the greater the risk. Truckers in particular need to know how to drive in adverse conditions. Accidents are far more likely to be fatal when driving an 18-wheeler than operating a small car. In the case of adverse road conditions, professional […]
Tenstreet Announces Majority Growth Investment from Providence Equity Partners
TULSA, OK & SOUTH BEND, IN – October 4, 2021 – Tenstreet, a leading provider of driver recruiting software and workflow solutions for the trucking industry, today announced the completion of a majority investment from funds advised by Providence Equity Partners, a leading private equity firm. The investment will aim to accelerate growth in Tenstreet’s […]
Tenstreet Market Index: Trucking Industry Turbulence Ahead
2021 has been an especially unpredictable year in an industry that already suffers from major uncertainty. The effects of COVID-19 on the economy and on the driver market are still being felt all across the nation, and carriers have their work cut out for them when it comes to keeping up with the need to […]
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 you need to weigh 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 owner operator. However, many are left wondering, “What do I […]
