One of the most persistent headaches facing commercial fleet executives? Driver retention and turnover. In this episode, editors from FleetOwner, Fleet Maintenance, and Bulk Transporter talk about the new premium on high-quality, fully compliant drivers.
From the rising financial toll of onboarding new hires to the debates surrounding the true nature of the "driver shortage," this roundtable unpacks what it really takes to build a stable, loyal workforce among fleets and shops.
Timestamps:
- 03:47 - Regulatory crackdowns, carrier vetting
- 05:30 - Fleet pay raises, private fleet comparisons
- 09:18 - Proven retention strategies
- 14:09 - In-cab technology
- 20:01 - Technician retention, shop floor upgrades
- 24:12 - ATA leadership changes