Many factors contribute to a fleet's ability to attract and retain drivers, and pay tops the list. Often, drivers will naturally look to it as the differentiating factor in a job.

The trucking industry continued to increase overall pay for drivers in 2023 despite a freight market downturn, American Trucking Associations reported Sept. 3.

The trucking industry continued to experience a decline in driver compensation during the second quarter, with much of that led by lackluster starting pay.

To remain competitive in a challenging labor market, trucking companies and fleet operators are exploring performance-based pay models to help boost driver retention and recruiting.

Truck drivers saw their pay increase in 2021 — some significantly — according to a new study from American Trucking Associations.

The trucking industry has rapidly increased driver pay in recent years, but with a softening freight environment that trend is spinning off in several directions.

Walmart Inc. made a big splash recently with the news that it was boosting its overall pay package for first-year drivers to as much as $110,000 a year. But its new compensation package for drivers of all experience levels covers more than just pay per mile.

Roadrunner Freight is increasing driver pay, the latest step in its strategic transformation, the company announced March 14.

KLLM Transport Services is implementing the largest comprehensive pay and compensation increase in its history, the company announced Jan. 18.

Cargo Transporters instituted its third, and largest, driver pay and compensation increase for 2021, the carrier announced Oct. 27.