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Editor’s note: This article is the second installment in a three-part series addressing truck driver wellness, primarily derived from a recent CCJ survey involving over 500 company drivers and leased owner-operators. The first part dealt with stress, while this installment centers on mental health.
The Changing Image of Truck Driving in Hollywood and Beyond The portrayal of truckers in 1970s Hollywood, through films such as *Convoy* and *Smokey and the Bandit*, romanticized the lifestyle of traditional truck driving. However, this idealized depiction has dramatically shifted since the advent o
Investigation Underway for I-95 Collision Authorities are investigating a two-vehicle accident involving a tractor-trailer and an 18-year-old driver that occurred on Thursday, Jan. 9, just before 6:30 p.m. on Interstate 95. Details of the Incident According to police reports, 18-year-old Ashton Fair
Kansas City Dispatcher Aids Truck Driver in Medical Emergency KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Despite the distance of over 160 miles between Kansas City and Pacific Junction, Iowa, a dispatcher from the Kansas City Fire Department was able to assist a truck driver in distress. Just days before New Year’s Eve, KC
Truck driving is the most prevalent occupation for men in Australia, with around 200,000 individuals employed in this field. However, the transportation industry poses numerous health risks, primarily due to factors like isolation and a sedentary work environment. The sector is notorious for high in
Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Initiatives for Vision Health Shahpura, Jaipur: 14.02.2025 – Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd (Chola), a premier financial services entity, reaffirms its dedication to road safety and community welfare through the Raahi National Truck Eye Health a
Overview of Trucking Careers Despite having a significant number of professional drivers and technicians in the field, the trucking industry continually seeks more drivers, encountering shortages across various sectors. This opens doors for those looking to enter the industry, whether on the road, i
Shanieka Davis: Nursing Professional Turned Freight Dispatch Entrepreneur Residing in Rockingham, Shanieka Davis has dedicated two decades to nursing after completing her Nursing Assistant and Practical Nursing education at Richmond Community College. In addition, she is the founder of S-Class Logis
Building a Veteran-Friendly Culture “One of our main goals is to foster a mindset that is ready for veterans,” stated David Harper, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former driver, who currently oversees military programs at Melton Truck Lines, Inc. “We achieve this by establishing connections for rec
