Category: Training

Schneider ranks in top 200 best employers for diversity

Schneider ranks in top 200 best employers for diversity

| June 2, 2022

The transportation and logistics leader named on the Forbes 2022 list Schneider transportation, intermodal and logistics services is honored to have been named as a Forbes 2022 Best Employer for Diversity for a second consecutive year. Among the 500 companies recognized, Schneider ranked 155 (rising from 425 in 2021) and is the only trucking, transportation […]

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CarriersEdge Adds Online Training Courses for Auto-Haulers

CarriersEdge Adds Online Training Courses for Auto-Haulers

| May 25, 2022

The new suite includes “Auto-Hauler Cargo Inspection” and “Vehicle Inspections – Stinger Steer” courses. A third course, dedicated to unloading cargo, is scheduled for release this summer CarriersEdge, a leading provider of online driver training for the trucking industry, has unveiled a series of online training courses for auto-hauler drivers. The new suite includes “Auto-Hauler […]

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Bill to Streamline for Security Credentialing Process for Truckers Receives Strong Praise from Industry

Bill to Streamline for Security Credentialing Process for Truckers Receives Strong Praise from Industry

| May 25, 2022

This legislation will result in significant financial and time savings for truck drivers The American Trucking Associations lauded the introduction of a bill in the U.S. Senate that would streamline the credentialing process for millions of professional truck drivers. The Transportation Security Administration Security Threat Assessment Application Modernization Act, introduced by Senators Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi) […]

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In it for the Long Haul, Frito-Lay® Doubles Down on Commitment to Transportation Industry

In it for the Long Haul, Frito-Lay® Doubles Down on Commitment to Transportation Industry

| May 25, 2022

Apprenticeship programs, first-day benefits, same-day return trips and financial and mental wellness offerings increase driver recruitment and retention Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo® and leader in the trucking industry, today announced its revitalized commitment to truck driver retention and comprehensive well-being through enhanced benefits for its network of nearly 20,000 Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and […]

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Kenworth Donates T680 Next Generation with PACCAR Powertrain as 2022 “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” Award

Kenworth Donates T680 Next Generation with PACCAR Powertrain as 2022 “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” Award

| May 23, 2022

Recognizes Top Rookie Veteran Serving as Commercial Truck Driver Kenworth, FASTPORT and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative again are teaming to find America’s top rookie military veteran driver who made the successful transition from active duty to driving for a commercial fleet. Under the “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” recognition […]

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Universal Technical Institute Opening Its Campuses to High School Juniors Interested in Automotive Technician Training

Universal Technical Institute Opening Its Campuses to High School Juniors Interested in Automotive Technician Training

| May 19, 2022

Free, three-week summer “Ignite” program lets students test drive a technical education As part of its ongoing effort to address workforce need for skilled transportation technicians, Universal Technical Institute is bringing its three-week Ignite program back to full capacity at its UTI campuses nationwide this summer. The program, which is free to high school juniors, offers students an introduction […]

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