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NMFTA to integrate SSC into its Digital Standards Development Council

The SSC will be incorporated into the DSDC, an NMFTA initiative aimed at digital standardization in freight transportation. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has announced that it will officially take over the administration of the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC). With this integration, the SSC will become part of the Digital Standards Development Council […]

ATRI recent research highlights the lack of young drivers in the trucking industry

The gap between the average age of truck drivers and the minimum age required to enter the sector reveals a significant barrier to attracting younger individuals. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has published new research titled “Demographic Evolution of Truck Drivers: Issues and Opportunities,” which highlights a significant shift in the demographic composition of […]

Trucking sector faces uncertainty amid job losses and market pressures

Employment in the trucking sector continues to show signs of uncertainty. The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that in June, the trucking sector lost 2,700 jobs. While this indicates a continued decline, total employment remained nearly stable compared to the same period last year, with a slight year-over-year increase of […]

In brief: bill to support truckers, emissions rules battle, and freight efficiency

In this edition of brief news: truckers could receive overtime pay, fuel producers sue over California emissions rules, and axle weight limits may be modified. GOT Truckers Act: Truckers Could Receive Overtime Pay A bill introduced in the Senate in March by Senator Josh Hawley aims to eliminate taxes on overtime wages. However, this measure […]

Driven: New Documentary Celebrates the Backbone of America’s Trucking Industry

A new documentary series, DRIVEN, spotlights the unsung heroes of the U.S. trucking industry—drivers and workers who keep the nation’s supply chain moving. Produced by the American Trucking Associations, the series is part of a national campaign to highlight trucking’s vital role in American life.

Why Now Is a Great Time to Get into the Trucking Business

The transportation sector is evolving in ways that create significant opportunity. By Bob Dilliplaine, Industry Expert at Orange Commercial Credit If you’re looking for a career that combines independence, steady income potential, and long-term demand, now may be the perfect time to enter the trucking industry. Whether you’re considering driving as a company employee or […]

Addressing the retention crisis in the trucking industry

Experts say: the industry needs to move away from the persistent narrative of a so-called driver shortage. On Wednesday, June 18, an online event organized by the newsletter The Inside Lane took place, titled “Where Is the Next Generation? Addressing the Trucking Talent Network Crisis.” The event featured prominent industry members as panelists, including Lewie […]

6 valuable life lessons from truck driver fathers

To honor all fathers, especially those who are truck drivers, we share a list of life lessons they teach us through their example and daily effort.

Highway bill under debate: are truckers paying too many taxes?

New highway bill sparks debate: truckers pay nearly 20 times more per mile traveled than the average car owner. Congress is currently working on the development of a new highway bill. However, a debate has emerged within the trucking industry that could influence the final decision. According to data from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association […]

Safety tips for truck drivers during protests

The city of Los Angeles has been involved in a series of protests that will continue for several days; here’s how to navigate them with due caution. Since June 6, the city of Los Angeles has been engulfed in a series of protests following an increase in raids by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) […]