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During his working years, Larry Heine drove a truck for eight hours daily. He enjoyed nightly family time, owned a home, successfully put both children through college, and took his wife to Hawaii whenever he earned some overtime. As part of the Teamsters union, Heine benefited from solid healthcare
According to a recent report, the widespread adoption of fully autonomous vehicle technology could result in the loss of up to four million jobs in trucking, bus, delivery, and taxi driving. The report from the progressive think tank Center for Global Policy Solutions (CGPS) notes that over 30 compa
Freightliner Advocating for Trucking Careers Freightliner is encouraging its Team Run Smart ambassadors to promote careers in trucking. The Daimler Trucks North America division believes that education can attract and retain the much-needed new drivers. Currently, the average age of a commercial tru
A man with a mild gait impairment due to cerebral palsy was denied entry into an interstate trucking company’s driver-training program. Although he held a Department of Transportation learner’s permit, company officials were concerned about his ability to operate a clutch correctly. He filed a lawsu
A career in trucking can be fulfilling, but it may not suit everyone’s circumstances. For truck drivers looking to remain in the field without driving, freight brokering could be a viable option. Understanding the Role Licensed freight brokers can be individuals or companies, many of whom operate fr
Due to businesses gearing up for impending tariffs, there was a significant rise in trucking jobs in March; however, the introduction of these tariffs may reverse these gains in the upcoming months. Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the economy added nearly 10,000 trucki
Major Recruitment Event for Truck Driver Trainees in Denver Some of the largest trucking companies in the country will gather in Denver to pre-hire new Driver Trainees at the United States Truck Driving School on Wednesday, November 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is expected to be one of the
New Infrastructure Program Expected to Create Millions of Trucking Jobs LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 9, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Federal government’s newly suggested infrastructure initiative is anticipated to generate almost 3 million additional commercial truck driving positions. In response
By Michelle Rafter, Next Avenue Contributor (Editor’s Note: This story is part of a partnership between Chasing the Dream and Next Avenue.) A New Journey for a Veteran Bryant Walker, a resident of Los Angeles, embarked on a new career path as a truck driver at an age when many seasoned truckers cont
