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Truck Driver Shortage and Marijuana Testing The challenging lifestyle and aging workforce have resulted in a national truck driver shortage. However, according to Chris Harvey, a Wells Fargo executive, marijuana testing is also contributing to this labor crisis. Harvey, who is the head of equity str
Challenges in the Freight Industry Freight companies are facing significant difficulties, even with ongoing demand for their services. Recent Bankruptcies Several bankruptcies were reported in October, with five trucking and freight companies filing for Chapter 11 and another planning a Chapter 7 ba
City Rent a Truck has announced the launch of its new sister company, City Truck Equipment, a comprehensive upfitting brand that delivers high-quality, ready-to-work truck builds. City Truck Equipment originated as an internal method to address delays and quality issues with external upfitters. By m
Federal Investigation Documents Released A significant number of reports and interviews related to the ongoing National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation into last year’s BNSF coal train derailment north of Pueblo are now available online. Accident Overview Investigators discovered a
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The 3.5 million truck drivers in the U.S. serve as the backbone of the country, and their commitment has now been commemorated in a new anthem titled “Highway Dreaming,” available on digital music platforms. “This track is not just a song; it’s a dedication to the diligent individ
Will Beeley: From Music to Trucking and Back Again After releasing a few albums in the 1970s, songwriter Will Beeley stepped away from music to become a long-haul trucker, which he did to support his family. Recently, he spoke with Scott Simon about his return to the music scene with a new album tit
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Despite the trucking industry being male-dominated, the number of women entering the profession is increasing, and there are compelling reasons for this trend. Kayla Chavez, a truck driver with a TikTok following of nearly 20,000, notes, “This industry offers equal pay for men and women.” As reporte
