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Who’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Sept. 18, 2023.

September 22, 2023

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FedEx Freight's Nickles named TMCSuperTech Grand Champion

"Winning TMCSuperTech is a tremendous achievement and clearly demonstrates Doug's dedication to service and professionalism," says TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell.

September 20, 2023

A group of men with an award, certificate and prizes at TMCSuperTech

UTI, TravelCenters of America partner for diesel education

"Like UTI, TA has a passion for helping Americans get back on the road through the automotive and diesel services they provide, and we value their support in helping our students get even more real-world experience."

September 19, 2023

A white TA Truck Service truck in front of two garage bays.

Volvo Trucks announces changes to Canadian leadership

Volvo Trucks North America announces the appointment of Matthew Blackman as the new regional vice president of Canada, effective October 1, 2023.

September 14, 2023

Matthew Blackman

Who’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Sept. 11, 2023.

September 13, 2023

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MINK Heavy Duty reps Nelson, Seiwert win Midwest Wheel awards

Ryan Nelson and Chris Seiwert were named the Don Shoemaker/Scott Wilson Annual Reps of the Year.

September 12, 2023

Two men holding awards standing with two other men outdoors at dusk.

Phillips' Rob Phillips wins local business award

"We are driven and focused on making huge game-changing improvements to transportation," Rob Phillips, CEO and president of Phillips Industries, says.

September 8, 2023

A group of people surround a man holding an award

University of the Aftermarket Foundation awards 378 scholarships

More than $600,000 was given out to help students attend a two- or four-year college or university or an accredited automotive vocational program.

September 7, 2023

Who’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Sept. 4, 2023.

September 6, 2023

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Forbes names Denso one of Tennessee's best employers

Denso employs more than 6,000 people at sites across Tennessee. It has manufacturing facilities in Athens and Maryville and a logistics center in Mt. Juliet.

September 6, 2023

Semifinalists announced for Transition Trucking award

Record nominations lead to 17 semifinalists for award honoring veterans transitioning into the transportation industry.

September 5, 2023

A silver sleeper cab truck with Hiring Our Heroes on the side.

Who’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Aug. 28, 2023.

September 1, 2023

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Pay and benefits

Labor Department announces plan to extend overtime protections

"Workers deserve to continue to share in the economic prosperity of Bidenomics," says Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su.

August 31, 2023

A room of people working on computers at a factory.

Sales coaching/training

Work Truck Solutions to offer sales coaching service to customers

Work Truck Solutions has partnered with Maritz, a leading provider of automotive training and marketing services, to provide assessments and sales coaching and training services to commercial dealership customers using the company's platform.

August 29, 2023

Idealease Detroit/Fleet to hold customer safety and compliance seminar

Idealease of Detroit/Flint is sponsoring a free truck fleet safety and compliance seminar from later this month to offer customers vital safety information.

August 28, 2023

Idealease safety truck

Technician training

JE-CO owners bringing tech, business acumen to diesel shop floor

How one Colorado service shop is upending the conventional and bringing outside ideas to technician recruitment, retention and business operations.

August 28, 2023

JE-CO techs work on a large piece of machinery.

Who’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Aug. 21, 2023.

August 24, 2023

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Battery electric

Volvo launches Turnkey Solutions program to support EV adoption

Volvo Trucks has launched its customer-focused Turnkey Solutions program, a consolidated fleet management process for procuring vendor services, parts, and products for electric vehicle (EV) charging and more.

August 22, 2023

Volvo tractor being charged in a parking lot

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North Catholic students participating in the Rosedale program

Industry involvement remains key to solving tech shortage

“My personal view is that college isn’t for everyone. Especially now with the expense and debt load that many students graduate with. The trades provide a cost-effective solution to a rewarding career.”

2011 WorkStar with EGR-only engine

Settlement reached in Canadian Navistar MaxxForce engine class action

Line of trucks on a summer day

'Uncharacteristically large' boost to used truck sales in August

School buses lined up in a parking lot

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Download the Trailer Inspection Form from Fullbay

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Learn how to move your used trucks faster

With unsold used inventory depreciating at a rate of more than 2% monthly, efficient inventory turnover is a must for dealers. Download this eBook to access proven strategies for selling used trucks faster.

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