This is ELD deadline week, and the sky is falling. Or maybe it already fell. Is it the end of the world as we know it?
Iowa is teaming with seven other Midwestern state DOTs to build an accurate, real-time information system on where available parking spots are located.
Even with rates rising – both contract and spot – and capacity tightening, attracting drivers still remain a primary concern for fleets. Driver pay is increasing, but outside influences are still hurting the recruitment efforts.
There remains plenty of industrial activity to support continued strength for the general economy and freight demand in particular, says Jonathan Starks of FTR, in the firm’s August market analysis.
