by Andrew Buchanan | Nov 7, 2013 | Benefits, Con-Way, Construction, Employment law, Trucking Jobs
Truck drivers move from one company to another more often than most almost any other worker. For large fleet companies the turnover rate is around 100% per year. That means the average driver stays about one year, then moves to another job. Truck Drivers In High Demand What are the reasons? ATA’s chief economist says [...]
by Charles Buchanan | Aug 24, 2011 | Arkansas, Bella Vista, Construction, Fort Smith, Highways, Joplin, Kansas City, MHTC, Missouri, Safety
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) recently approved highway construction resulting in the upgrading of the U.S. 71 corridor between Kansas City and Joplin to interstate standards by the end of 2012. The upgraded interstate would have the designation I-49. The Missouri Department of Transportation believes the proposed improvements will “enhance economic opportunities and [...]
