Truck driver salaries lag behind other sectors and inflation

A recent report reveals a $3,500 wage gap in the annual salary growth of truckers. The salaries of truck drivers have not grown at the same pace as other sectors or inflation. A recent report from FinditParts reveals a $3,500 wage gap in the annual salary growth of truckers. The analysis, based on data from […]
Truckers blast regulations as USDOT calls for feedback

Hundreds of public comments reveal industry frustration over rules deemed ineffective and harmful. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) received nearly 300 public comments after opening a call to review existing transportation regulations, as part of an executive order issued by the Trump Administration. The order mandates that for every new regulation proposed, at least […]
How Truckers Deliver the Magic of Easter: The Journey of the Chocolate Egg from Factory to Your Home

Every spring, Easter brings color, sweetness, and joy to families across the United States. But few people stop to think about how all those Easter goodies actually get to their destination. Behind the scenes, it’s America’s truckers who make it all happen—mile by mile. Every spring, Easter brings color, sweetness, and joy to families across […]
In brief: medical certification reforms, border infrastructure, and driver training concerns

The latest news from the trucking industry in the United States. Federal Requirements for CDL Medical Certification The final rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), published in April 2015, requires medical examiners to electronically report the results of Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exams no later than the following day, and allows […]
Truckers challenge California law that threatens their independent status

Independent truckers push back against California’s AB5 law, claiming it threatens their livelihoods. A federal appeals court heard arguments this week as the drivers’ association fights to preserve their right to operate as independent contractors amid conflicting state and federal regulations. A group representing independent truck drivers is seeking to revive its legal battle against […]
Bill introduces tax credits as incentive for truckers

A new bill aims to address the truck driver shortage by implementing tax credits. A new bill, reintroduced by Congressman Zach Nunn, aims to address the truck driver shortage by implementing tax credits. The “Supply Chain Strengthening Act Through Truck Driver Incentives” would offer tax exemptions to both experienced and new truck drivers in order […]
The timeless language of CB radio trucker slang

Learn how to talk like a true trucker with some of the most common CB radio slang. The life of truckers remains somewhat mysterious to those unfamiliar with the daily routine of the profession. One of the most romanticized aspects of the industry is communication through CB radios. While truckers today have more communication options, […]
Trucking industry opinion: mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s policies

Twenty-five percent of truckers remain very positive about President Donald Trump’s policies. During Donald Trump’s political campaign, one of the groups that supported him the most were truckers. However, despite maintaining their support and continuing to back Trump as president, a recent FleetOwner survey revealed that members of the road transport industry have changed their […]
February employment shows decline in road transportation jobs

Compared to February 2024, trucking employment has decreased by more than 15,000 jobs. The road transportation jobs were impacted in February due to seasonal declines and tariff changes. The latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that nearly 2,000 jobs were lost in the road transportation sector in February, with the possibility of […]
Retro truckers: 6 things they did in the old days

From CB radio to GPS, a nostalgic look at the evolution of trucking. It is said that the golden age of trucks took place in the 1970s, a period when truck drivers were portrayed as rebels, laying the foundations for the industry we know today. During the 1980s and 1990s, modernity began to gradually make […]