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The movement towards deregulating financial services, notably in the FinTech sector, is often seen as a response to excessive regulation that has hindered innovation. The current administration is making efforts to reduce the numerous regulations established during the Biden era. Both the CFPB and t
Challenges in Attracting Youth to Trucking The trucking industry is currently facing difficulties in recruiting new talent, particularly among younger individuals. Despite being the obvious target demographic, young people today are often reluctant to consider a career in trucking. Workplace Expecta
Parke Heritage Middle School Students Experience Truck Driving Simulation On Monday, Bree Desmith, a student at Parke Heritage Middle School, had the chance to try a simulator that provided a glimpse into the life of a professional truck driver. Guided by the simulator and Allyson Hay, a real truck
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Anticipating Baseball Season As the Guardians’ equipment truck vanishes into the western skyline, it’s a clear indication that baseball season is imminent. However, this year’s “truck day” presents a unique challenge for some staff members due to ongoing construction at Progressive
Trudeau Expresses Concerns Over Weekend Protest Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has voiced his apprehensions regarding the potential for violence during the upcoming protest planned on Parliament Hill by truckers and others joining in. In a discussion with The Canadian Press, Trudeau noted that the “f
RLI Corp Teams Up with TruckerCloud RLI Corp’s RLI Transportation division has partnered with TruckerCloud, the premier telematics data platform for commercial auto insurance. This collaboration aims to enhance RLI’s transportation insurance sector, which is recognized for its innovative approach in
Washington—The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has formally criticized California’s Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) Rule by submitting comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and urging the denial of California’s waiver authorization request. “ATA remains firmly against Californi
NASHVILLE, Tenn. According to Fullbay’s fifth annual State of Heavy-Duty Repair Report (SOHDR), 48% of women remain at a single repair shop throughout their careers. The report found that while 84% of participants were male and 19% female, women tend to favor a long-term commitment to one shop rathe
Every time Leah Hughes bids farewell to her husband as he heads to work, she is filled with the anxiety that it might be the last goodbye. Robin Hughes, her husband, has been a truck driver for over a decade, traversing the vast landscapes of Australia. “You always pause and take that moment,” refle
