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Prevalence of Health Issues Among Truck Drivers Studies show that truck drivers commonly experience cardiac disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, and back pain. Alarmingly, half of all truckers suffer from at least one of these conditions, which could contribute to
Cummins Unveils New Turbo Diesel Engine for 2025 Ram Heavy Duty Pickup Cummins, in collaboration with Ram Heavy Duty, has introduced its 2025 6.7-liter Turbo Diesel Pickup engine system. The partnership with Stellantis has also been extended, ensuring support for the Ram brand until 2030. This ongoi
University Relations Stephanie Thomas Insights into Truck Driver Challenges FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – A comprehensive 2017 study published in the Transportation Journal sheds light on the difficulties faced by truck drivers through a robust phenomenological research approach. This method involves direct
Ongoing Battles Over Autonomous Trucking Regulations If you believed last year’s rejection of a Teamsters-supported ban on heavy-duty autonomous trucks in California settled the debate, think again. While 23 states permit at least the testing of driverless trucks, new obstacles are continually emerg
Truck drivers are replacing their usual Chiko Rolls and potato scallops with healthier options like fruit cups and salad sandwiches to maintain their wellbeing during Queensland’s wheat harvest. This shift is creating new business opportunities in rural areas. Experts express concerns that the decli
Safety is Paramount According to Mike Templeton, a trooper with the Indiana State Police for 34 years and now a transportation consultant, safety should be the top priority in transportation. His extensive experience with fatal accidents has only strengthened this belief. Today, he aims to help comp
Interviews Featuring Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao Elaine Chao, the U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary, will be featured in a series of interviews this week on SiriusXM’s Road Dog channel. These interviews align with the Overdrive’s GATS Week events, with Chao scheduled to appear on
Biden Administration Implements New Labor Rule On January 9, the Biden administration introduced a labor rule aimed at preventing the misclassification of workers as “independent contractors.” This change could enhance legal protections and increase compensation for millions of American workers. Con
Across America, paved surfaces abound, and on every road, a dedicated group works tirelessly with essential tools vital to our economy: the professional driver and their vehicle. These often-overlooked road warriors have long exemplified the true essence of remote work. While many equate remote work
