When Andrea Lewis, a J.B. Hunt driver and advocate for Women in Trucking, received a one-year medical card, she felt she failed and was determined to get back on track….
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We all know that truck driving isn’t the healthiest profession. Unfortunately, hours of sitting in a cab with little access to healthy food can lead to several health problems. While…
The younger generation has strayed from pursuing professional driving to partake in more favored professions for some time now. As a result, there has been a substantial shortage of drivers in recent…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last 8 months or so, you’ve likely heard mention of the Great Resignation. This pertains to the voluntary job exodus of…
It’s no secret the trucking industry is facing significant issues including the unprecedented nationwide driver shortage. There have been many proposed solutions, but there’s only one that takes the cake….
Truck drivers have been subjected to DOT physical examinations for decades, but many don’t fully understand the implications of failing an exam. “It will slap you in the face,” said…
We are kicking off yet another challenge to support our professional, hardworking drivers. The challenge will take place in November and you’ll be required to do 22 push-ups per day…
Over 3.5 million Americans make their living as professional truck drivers. That makes driving a truck one of America’s most popular jobs. Trucking industry trade associations predict that the amount…
This industry routinely spends millions of dollars per year on driver recruitment. But in my experience, this industry often overlooks providing driver-centric services that address the social isolation drivers face, help…
In a bill re-introduced on Feb. 26 by Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas and in partnership with the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), a Federal advisory board will be created…