Walmart is raising pay for long-haul truck drivers, a taxing job that is increasingly difficult for companies to fill. Walmart, one of the few retail chains that runs its own trucking fleet, said it's ...

Walmart is raising starting salaries for truck drivers to $115,000 annually, far above industry standards, to address a critical shortage threatening supply chain operations nationwide. Higher pay and ...

Many factors contribute to a fleet's ability to attract and retain drivers, and pay tops the list. While load availability, home time and quality equipment are key considerations, drivers frequently ...

The trucking industry has seen a 30% increase in CDL holders since 2016, with driver pay rising over 20% adjusted for inflation. Debates persist over whether there is a driver shortage or an excess.

OTR vs local: OTR drivers often gross more annually than local drivers, but local positions offer steadier schedules and daily home time. Pay model impact: Per-mile, percentage, hourly, and salary pay ...

In industry terms, it’s quite an accomplishment. While trucking companies continue to struggle with high turnover, Hayes Transport is retaining 92% of its drivers on a regular basis. “Our retention ...

The driver pool tightened in Q4 as stricter CDL standards, rising competition and higher hiring costs pushed cost‑per‑hire up 24% compared with the prior year. Driver equipment issues led all ...