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Signs of stabilization in employment in the road transport sector

The sector grew by nearly 10,000 jobs compared to 2023. In 2024, the road transport sector experienced the loss of thousands of jobs, but by the end of the year. Data indicated a stabilization in the labor market, which could signal the end of an overcapacity issue that had affected the sector for more than […]

Workplace stress in truck drivers: a reality on the road

Chronic stress is a significant long-term health risk factor, and it is a problem that truck drivers face daily on the roads. According to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association, approximately 65% of American workers rate their job as a significant source of stress. The World Health Organization reports that 83% of U.S. […]

Top-paying jobs in the trucking industry

The industry offers various job options with above-average salaries, and it is not limited to experienced drivers. Get to know them. The benefits of a career in trucking are notable: a competitive salary, the freedom of life on the road, and the opportunity to travel across the United States while transporting goods. With a clean […]

Truck drivers among the deadliest occupations in the U.S.

The 2023 workplace fatality report shows truck drivers and other transportation workers are among the leading groups with the highest number of deaths. Truck driving is one of the professions that presents the most dangers for workers in the United States. According to the latest report from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries by the […]

New Year’s resolutions for truck drivers

The best way to welcome 2025 is by setting clear goals to thrive in the road transport sector throughout the upcoming year. 2024 has been a year full of changes for the road transport industry. As the new year begins, truck drivers face a landscape full of opportunities for improvement, but still with some uncertainty. […]

Key issues facing the road transport industry in 2025

Road transport and fleet challenges of 2025, revealed in a Fleetworthy survey. 2024 is coming to an end, and with the new year come new challenges for the road transportation industry. While not everything can be left in the past, some issues will continue to accompany truck drivers on the road, who will face the […]

The magic of Christmas on wheels: the deeds of road transport

Every year, truck drivers travel miles of snow-covered roads and congested highways to ensure that the holiday spirit reaches every corner of the country. With the arrival of the Christmas season, the spirit of generosity and the warmth of family traditions fill homes. While everyone celebrates, the unsung workers who make Christmas possible continue their […]

Best U.S. states for truck drivers

A research took into account three key factors: job availability, sector demand, and average annual salary to discover the best states. Truck drivers are essential across the United States to transport goods and services that keep the supply chain running. However, there are regions where truck driving jobs are in higher demand than others, offering […]

DOT compliance: lowering insurance costs by following regulations

Non-compliance with regulations can lead to higher commercial insurance rates for transportation companies. On November 18, the new DOT regulation, known as Clearinghouse-II, came into effect. It allows federal regulators to require state licensing agencies to downgrade the commercial driver’s license (CDL) of a trucker who fails a drug or alcohol test, prohibiting them from […]

How pay, sleep, and isolation impact truck drivers’ health

Experts in road transport and mental health claim that the effects of work conditions on drivers’ mental health are more severe than is usually recognized. Mental health in truck drivers is a major concern within the industry. Experts in road transport and mental health claim that the effects of work conditions on drivers’ mental health […]