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Study Ranks Truckers Among Most Obese Workers

Obesity Rates Among Washington State Workers According to a recent study, truck drivers rank as one of the heaviest occupational groups in Washington state. Highest Obesity Rates by Occupation The research examined various job categories with elevated obesity levels. Protective services, cleaning se

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US Trucking Companies Struggle as Bankruptcy Rates Rise

Bankruptcy Filings in the Trucking Sector In mid to late-April 2026, twelve small trucking and logistics firms in the United States sought bankruptcy protection. These filings showcase the persistent financial challenges facing the transportation industry, driven by variable freight demand, slim pro

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California Candidates Unite Against Trucker English Tests

California Gubernatorial Candidates Oppose Federal Truck Driver Testing Initiative During the first gubernatorial debate, Democratic candidates for California governor expressed their intention to resist a federal mandate that would require police to perform English proficiency tests on commercial t

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St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund Surpasses $10K at MATS

Fundraising Success at MATS 2026 for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) proudly announces that it raised over $10,000 during the 2026 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS). This achievement was made possible through the active involvemen

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Exploring the Challenges Faced by Women in Trucking

The American Transportation Research Institute is set to begin a new study about the challenges facing female truck drivers. ATRI Launches Research on Women Truckers WASHINGTON — The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is starting a research project focused on the obstacles that women

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The Hidden Struggles of Long-Haul Trucking

Many people perceive 18-wheelers as intimidating vehicles. These massive trucks often drive frustratingly slow on inclines but quickly gain speed on descents, becoming dangerous forces capable of damaging smaller cars in an instant. However, what is often overlooked is the toll that the trucking pro

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