Trucking Industry News & Notes
The growing economy and driver shortage has placed a difficult burden on America’s truck drivers. Incidents of fatal truck driving accidents and difficult challenges demonstrate that the hard-working men and women of America’s roads and highways take considerable risk. Consider, for a moment, that more than 70 percent of all…
When you're driving a big rig, there are certain things that you cannot escape: truck stop food, meeting interesting characters along your travels and the weather. While each has its unique challenges, the weather is the one unchangeable force that can have the biggest impact on how your trip goes.…
Rhode Island Discriminates Against Trucking Industry with Truck-Only Tolls
Posted Tuesday, 19 June 2018 14:57
Claiming big rigs put an undue burden on Rhode Island roads and bridges, Gov. Gina Raimondo discounted the vital role the trucking industry plays in delivering consumer goods by leveling the nation’s first truck-only tolling stations. Currently up and running on the southern stretches of I-95 south and north, the…
Truck driving jobs mean you live in your truck, and living in your truck means you need to pack it all! The essentials, entertainment options and work related items for a smooth ride. With this checklist, you’ll be able to pack the important stuff! Share this Image On Your Site…
A thriving economy and a significant driver shortage appear to have truckers in the driver’s seat for a growing salary uptick. Although trucking industry insiders have worried about the driver shortage for years, the shortfall presented only a minor inconvenience until 2017. The sluggish economy consistently posted GDP under 3…
Trucking is a great way to see the world, but there are a few downsides. Trying to determine whether the gas prices in front of you are the best or if gas is cheaper ten miles down the road? Wondering if you should mentally prepare for rain or will enjoy…
American truck drivers are responsible for moving the food and products that keeping the nation going. While truckers do immeasurable good for everyday people, underworld figures are using our roadways for human exploitation. Human trafficking has become an international plague that garners billions of dollars for criminals by victimizing women,…
The trucking industry is one where drivers face significant pressure, both from their hiring companies and from lawmakers who seek to keep other drivers safe on the roads. Unfortunately, this ends up placing a significant amount of pressure on drivers as they try to follow the rules and avoid accidents…
National Truck Driver Shortage Creates Top-Paying Job Opportunities For Next Generation
Posted Tuesday, 17 April 2018 08:51
People working in many industries fear they will be replaced by new technology or robotics. Unlike workers in other sectors, truckers aren’t losing any sleep because the national driver shortage has already hit a critical point. On top of the current labor shortfall, experts see the current gap growing into…
Is your ultimate goal to own and operate your own rig instead of working for someone else? There are trucking companies with lease purchase programs that can help you attain this goal. While trucking companies offer competitive pay to their drivers, many drivers prefer to be their own boss. As…
